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		<title>Jay&#8221;O&#8221; Speaks &#8211; Album release party Friday 2/25/11</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:45:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ My non-profit organization, Black Family]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"> My non-profit organization,<br />
Black Family United Publishing<br />
is releasing our first Christian Poet<br />
 Come hang out with me and meet the Poet himself<br />
<strong> Mr. Jay&#8217;O Speaks<br />
&#8220;POETIC PRECAUTIONS&#8221;<br />
</strong><em>this Friday February 25,  9:30pm<br />
M Bar &#8211; 1253 North Vine St. Los Angeles, CA 90038</em></p>
<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNE1kerv4rM&amp;feature=&amp;p=EEAD358D33DF3BB7&amp;index=0&amp;playnext=1" target="_blank"><em><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-6167" title="Jay 0" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Jay-0.jpg" alt="" width="438" height="720" /></em></a>I survived to tell the story, but really I died to be revived for his glory&#8230;</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">His will be done in the midst of pain suffering and crying.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">You see, Jesus teaches us the final lesson before dying.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><em>Click Image</em></p>
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		<title>A lesson before dying – by J “O” Speaks</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:43:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
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		<title>My God</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:50:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Black Heroes]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[I define religion as mans]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5136" title="jesus-carries" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/jesus-carries.bmp" alt="jesus-carries" width="306" height="219" />I define religion as mans interpretation of divine existence.  This is a way for man to get comfortable with living with the unknown.  The alternative is living in fear.  God heals fear.  While you walk through the valley of death, you will fear not.  As you lay on your death bed, you will fear not.  For God is your answer&#8230;beholden unto peace.</p>
<p>Regardless of if you pray to Saints, Jesus or Allah; if it brings you peace at heart and harmony with nature, it is complete.</p>
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		<title>You will never feel more alive than when you live the dream God created you for</title>
		<link>http://www.jermaineharris.com/2010/02/you-will-never-feel-more-alive-than-when-you-live-the-dream-god-created-you-for/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:07:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Spiritual Growth]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Daily Mantra from Mary J.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Daily Mantra from Mary J. Blige</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5051" title="mary-j-blige" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/mary-j-blige.jpg" alt="mary-j-blige" width="100" height="130" /></p>
<p>Mary J. Blige (born January 11, 1971), an American singer, record producer, and actress. Awarded the World Music Legends Award for combining Hip-Hop and Soul. &#8220;The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul&#8221;</p>
<p>MJB is the Founder of the Foundation For the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN), which aims to help all women gain the confidence and skills they need to reach their full individual potential.</p>
<p>The Mission of FFAWN is to inspire women from all walks of life to gain the confidence and skills they need to reach their individual potential. Their</p>
<p>With a tumultuous start and an ever growing persona which is evedent in her music, MJB serves as an example of the growth that all people (not just Black women) need to seek within their own lives. For being that example, she is a invaluble Black hero&#8230;&#8221;You go girl&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Selling your soul to the Devil</title>
		<link>http://www.jermaineharris.com/2010/01/selling-your-soul-to-the-devil/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Spiritual Growth]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[When we think about “selling]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5078" title="fire-demon" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fire-demon.jpg" alt="fire-demon" width="161" height="170" />When we think about “selling your soul” we think of some pact that is made in a dark place with a beady eyed shady character. We think of greedy immoral people who take their own blood as ink to a long contract that they have not read, let alone the fine print. We think these people are mega stars, powerful politicians and masters of the universe CEO’s.</p>
<p>That could not be further from the truth. We have to realize that almost each day presents us with a contract. Each person we meet may represent the devil. No matter how petite, soft spoken, cute or honest this person is, they may not know or admit that they are working for the enemy. You know that God works in your life through others…so does the devil. Next time a person presents an opportunity to you, look them in the eye. Take a few days to pray on it, listen to the answer. If you don’t have that relationship with God to hear him, you are in trouble. <img class="alignright size-full wp-image-5077" title="spirital-hold" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/spirital-hold.jpg" alt="spirital-hold" width="170" height="139" /></p>
<p>Selling your soul may be very subtle. It doesn’t have to be absolute, but the repercussions to your actions can be as slight as a splinter in your finger that you can never pick out. If you look at life in this way, I guarantee that your outcomes will pay much higher dividends.</p>
<p>So, is she working for the devil? Is he a solider of God? Are you?</p>
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		<title>Haiti &#8211; Do not get in the way of my vengeance, said the Lord</title>
		<link>http://www.jermaineharris.com/2010/01/haiti-do-not-get-in-the-way-of-my-vengeance-said-the-lord/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:06:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>J Harris</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Spiritual Growth]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[I got up early the]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5059" title="ascentt1" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/ascentt1.jpg" alt="ascentt1" width="77" height="100" />I got up early the morning after the earthquake in Haiti to pray. As my prayer partner and I began to cry out for worldwide relief and support, miraculous rescues, protection for missionaries/orphans and the immediate needs of the people; the Lord interrupted our flow. Clearly I heard the voice of the Lord say, &#8220;Do not get in the way of my vengeance!&#8221; Though we continued to pray for the humanitarian cause, we could not overlook the spiritual implications of the situation. My heart breaks for the needs of the people in Haiti as a result of the earthquake but the truth is, the<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-5062" title="hatian-voodoo" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/hatian-voodoo.jpg" alt="hatian-voodoo" width="111" height="117" /> problem in Haiti is deeper than was has happened this week. My husband and I went to Haiti last summer. It was a trip that changed my life. It is true that, in America we are rich in the poorest of slums in comparison to the living conditions in Haiti.</p>
<p>I was not surprised to see how prevalent religious spirits were in a country that has been dedicated unto voodoo. <span id="more-5054"></span>I understand the principle that all witchcraft must be attached to a religion. Even satanists have their own bible. It amazed me that as poor as the people are they were still able to afford to paint their vehicles and buses with religious graffiti. The ironic part is that behind the pictures of Jesus, crosses and other religious symbols: are the voodoo gods that are really worshipped. At the end of my message I did an altar call in Haiti in an open field. I asked the people to renounce their worship to voodoo gods. I was shocked to see that 95 % of the people came to the altar to repent. My heart dropped into my stomach when I saw 7 and 8 year old children bringing their voodoo fetishes and laying them at the altar.  The Gospel of Jesus Christ is not rooted in sympathy, but the truth. The truth can sometimes be an offensive stumbling block to those who do not want to receive it.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5063" title="haiti-gma" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/haiti-gma.jpg" alt="haiti-gma" width="97" height="146" />There is a two-fold situation in Haiti. First we should attend to the needs of the people in this horrible calamity. Anyone that does not have compassion for the human suffering that exists in Haiti has a cold heart. On the other hand, giving humanitarian relief is only putting a band aid on the problem. What will we do after the next hurricane or earthquake? The axe needs to be put to the root in Haiti to cut off the darkness lurking against the people in Haiti. Yes, they were the first blacks to be liberated from slavery but it is no secret that pacts were made with the gods of Santeria and Yoruba. The demons have not forgotten the promises that Haitian ancestors made to them. The spiritual leaders of the country must cry out in repentance from witchcraft and pride. I believe that restoration for Haiti is the will of God and He will heal the land! The church needs to do spiritual warfare prayer for Haiti. We cannot expect the world to understand this plight&#8230;the carnal mind does not and cannot understand the things of the spirit.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5071" title="obatala" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/obatala.jpg" alt="obatala" width="102" height="78" />Haiti has been under the curse of the lie of voodoo for too long and the people need truth. The day before the quake I was witnessing to three Haitian young men in the mall. I talked to them about the idolatry in their country and named gods like Oshun, Ogun, Shango and Obatala. They were surprised that I knew the names of these gods, but did not deny that they were familiar with them. It is their way of life! I am not saying that every Haitian is involved in voodoo. I am saying that it is the familiar spirit that rules over their lineage and must be dealt with. The efforts to help Haiti are a great social cause and need. But as believers we must deal with the spiritual nature of the problem. If we really love the people of Haiti, we cannot ignore the pact that Haiti made with the devil and the curses that are continually released because of it. </p>
<p> Our first response to this terrible situation should be to provide for the needs of our Haitian brothers and sisters. Living in Florida privileges me to have Haitian members in my churches. I pray for them and know their struggles. But if we do not pull down the strongholds of Haiti and tear down the altars of the lies and deceptions of the devil, we do our Haitian neighbors no justice.</p>
<p>Many may ask about the familiar spirits that rule over America and God&#8217;s judgment here. God deals with the sins of nations as He sees fit. America may not be going through what Haiti is going through but we have our bed to lie in also. We have some dedications that are manifesting in a different way in our country. As we release compassionate prayers toward those that are suffering, we must remember not to get in the way of the vengeance of God. His thoughts and ways are not like ours. As we focus on the natural troubles of the world, God&#8217;s heart breaks for the souls that are eternally tormented in the pits of hell with no hope of relief. God&#8217;s vengeance does not come out of getting back at men or the devil. It comes out of the truth of His word and His love for His people. God&#8217;s vengeance deals with us where we are now so that we will not have to be dealt with in the final judgment.</p>
<p>In closing, many may ask this question, &#8220;Did the devil or God cause the destruction in Haiti&#8221;? The answer is both! Because of broken covenants with God and a dark covenant with the devil, God allowed it&#8230;just as He sent a lying spirit to the mouths of the prophets in II Chronicles 18:20-22. Then there came a spirit and stood before the Lord, and said, I will entice him. And the Lord said unto him, wherewith. And he said I will go out, and be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And the Lord said, Thou shalt entice him, and thou shall prevail: go out, and do even so. Now therefore, behold, THE LORD hath put a lying spirit in the mouths of these prophets, and the Lord hath spoken evil against thee. Never forget, GOD is in control of everything. Vengeance is not the devil&#8217;s&#8230;BUT GOD&#8217;S! Who can judge God&#8217;s <img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5058" title="images" src="http://www.jermaineharris.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/images.jpg" alt="images" width="83" height="110" />vengeance? He is a jealous God! The flood in the book of Genesis, the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and many other accounts in the Bible prove this. Let&#8217;s not point fingers at Haiti but focus on the word and the will of God in Deuteronomy the 28th chapter for ourselves. If we obey God&#8217;s commandments, we will be blessed. If we disobey them, WE WILL BE CURSED!!! Selah&#8230;</p>
<p>~Kimberly Daniels</p>
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