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COVER FEATURE Life in the Overflow Magazine interviews the Father of Gospel Music Television, Dr. Bobby Jones, who shares his career with BET and his legacy. Be sure to check out the audio snippet of our interview online www.lifeintheoverflowmag.com/broadcast.

CONTENTS

F.L.O.W. FEATURES 08 LEGACY & GRACE

Edwin Hawkins

10 F.LO.W. FAITH

Saying No to God: Disobedience Causing Failure?

11 F.L.O.W. FAMILY

Apostle Clifford Turner: Apostolic Legacy of Liberty

14 STELLAR AWARDS NOMINEES

Categories

16 F.L.O.W. FREEDOM

Major Song Placement for Samson Soundtrack

18 BILLY GRAHAM

Evangelical Legacy

24 F.L.O.W. FOODS & RECIPES Flatbread Pizzas with Pesto, Corn, under 20 minutes

IN EACH ISSUE 07 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Be sure to read Moments in the Flow from Editor-in-Chief, Shanica LaShay Bell

20 COVER FEATURE: LEGACY & GRACE COVER FEATURE: The Father of Gospel Music Television, Dr. Bobby Jones, who shares his career with BET and his legacy. Be sure to check out the audio snippet of our interview online www.lifeintheoverflowmag.com/broadcast.

26 AUTHOR/ARTIST SPOTLIGHT In our spotlight in this issue, Jekayln , shares her new book You Will Win and her first conference

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MOMENTS IN THE FLOW Happy New Year! What a transition this has been for us here at Life in the Overflow during the winter month. We packed up our headquarters and our launch base in Kenosha, Wisconsin and relocated to the mid-south. Although the process wasn’t without challenges and hurdles, we are now happy to call Memphis, Tennessee our new home! We are excited about what God has in store for us in our 2018 New Beginning! Now that we are settled, we are back to living our life poured out. Although I was in the midst of rooting up my life, life was still happening. At the end of the year, I had the pleasure to speak with Dr. Bobby Jones of Bobby Jones Gospel on BET. We talked about his long standing 35 year run with BET, discussed what he is doing now and more. I was humbled in learning how humble of a man he was, truly only desiring to see other people share their God-given gifts and talents with the world and using his platform to do so. Dr. Bobby Jones inspired me through our interview, because he reminded me of why I began publishing this magazine. He took me back the beginning of my passion and drive for creating Life in the Overflow: to provide a platform with mainstream appeal for extraordinary everyday people who are living their lives poured out for God. The many celebrities and big names are only where they are because someone gave them a chance. Thank you Dr. Bobby Jones for that reminder! So with that being said, let’s get back to the core of it all. Although we love to cover the influential names, we love sharing the gems hiding in our inner cities and communities. We need to hear from you! Share your new book or your new music release with us. Be sure to check out the online audio snippet of our interview on our website as well as read it in this issue of Life in the Overflow Magazine. We’re also gearing up for the 2018 Stellar Awards in Las Vegas where we will be covering fashion, events, and the who’s who in gospel entertainment and more.

Hope to see you on the red carpet! Stay in the Flow!

Minister Shanica LaShay Bell M I N IS T ER SHAN I C A L A SHAY B ELL Fo un d e r/ Edi to r- in - Chi e f

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American Musician, Edwin Reuben Hawkins, leaves behind a legacy of memorable melodies and music that has spanned over 50 years. He was a pianist, choir master, composer and arranger. The contemporary Gospel sound that many are familiar with was birthed from Edwin’s own time with God. He is probably known best for his arrangement of “Oh Happy Day”.

Oh, Happy Day EDWIN REUBEN HAWKINS AUGUST 19, 1943- JANUARY 15, 2018

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S ay ing No to G o d Contributed by Shanica L. Bell

catching feelings about an instruction given;it could mean the ow many times have we told God, ‘No’? Have you ever difference between you being healed or you remaining afflicted. told God no, blatantly or indirectly by not following His instructions? Thank God for Naaman’s servants who were in his ear about following instructions. Get some good people of integrity around We can enter into a place of disobedience when we do not follow you that have your best interest at heart. They could have very God’s instructions. The Word of God tells us that obedience is well agreed with Naaman and said, “You’re right, you should be better than sacrifice (1 Samuel 15:22). Obedience is greater to able to wash seven times in your own well, Master.” God than anything else than you can offer or give to Him. How many times have we told God, no through our disobediDisobedience is not only refusing to obey rules or His authority, ence and actions or refusals? What happens when we disobey but by also failing to obey. The Bible tells us that disobedience is God? Disobedience often results in failure. We close our ears not keeping his commandments and when we don’t follow them, (our hearts) to his instructions. The Bible says Naaman was wroth then it is not demonstrating love to God (John 14:15). and went away (2 Kings 5:11). He left his place of healing. He said, “I thought that he would surely come out to me and stand Timothy also said that in the last days when people will be lov- and call on the name of the Lord his God, wave his hand over ers of self, disobedient to their parents; if we look at God as our the spot and cure me of my leprosy.” Naaman wanted a quick fix. Abba, then we are such people that Timothy told others to avoid. He wanted a pop-up blessing on new wave oven time. He didn’t want to put in the work. It made him angry to know that he had This questions God’s authority in our lives. We declare that we to do anything to be healed! Some of the very things that you’re surrender and give our lives away to Christ, but yet we still desire waiting for God to heal you on requires you to move towards our own way. “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord; and do not do healing first. We must get our hearts right to be able to receive what I tell you?” (Luke 6:46) next level instructions from the Lord. Hardened hearts don’t get healed; but God can work with a heart of flesh (Ezekial 36:26). Until we embrace that our lives are not our own, then we will This is really a matter of the heart. remain unhealed, in bondage, and not delivered. Everyone knows what happened to Jonah when he refused to give God his ‘yes’. Like Naaman, many of us become angry at the instruction of and take the cruise over to Ninevah. His life ended up off course God rather than just obeying it and we send our own lives off and he suffered many setbacks because of it. It wasn’t until he course. There is nothing special or magical that you need to do obeyed the instruction of God, that his life then began to change except follow God’s instructions, which is where the blessing is. for the better. Jonah, Naaman and others have disobeyed, but through obedience they were able to be healed, set free, and delivered. If you In 2 Kings 5, Naaman was a great and honorable man. Through have been in a place of disobedience and your life has gotten him the Lord brought deliverance to Syria, but the Bible says that off course, it’s not too late to go to Abba, repent and go back to Naaman was a leper. He received instructions from Elisha to go the instruction given to you. Naaman’s obedience healed him and wash in the Jordan river seven times in order to be healed, but while his disobedience delayed his healing. His blessing was Naaman became irritated and upset by the instruction. Naaman in the instructions all along - not the act of him washing in the questioned God’s instruction and wanted to know why he could water seven times. Be careful not to get angry and dismiss divine not just go to another river and wash there. It vexed him that he instructions for your life. had to go specifically to the Jordan to get his healing.

Sometimes, we can’t be picky or choose our place of healing and deliverance. Naaman’s servants had to convince him to follow the instructions of the Prophet Elisha. Once he followed this instruction, going to the Jordan and washing seven times, he was healed of his leprosy and his skin returned to a childlike state. For some of you, there is a designated place that is assigned to your breakthrough. You must be mindful when you find yourself

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APOSTLE CLIFFORD TURNER,PHD APOSTOLIC LEGACY OF LIBERTY Apostle Clifford E. Turner, PhD was not your average church leader. He was an author, visionary and a groundbreaking pioneer. He was one of the first to bring liturgical ‘prophetic praise dancing’ into the church as well as skits played out by the members of his congregation (drama ministry). He trained, taught, equipped and imparted many of God’s people. Despite ridicule and scrutiny, he answered the call of God and obeyed his voice on March 14, 1982 and opened the doors of Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church on the South Side of Chicago If you grew up in Chicago in the early nineties, as far as the far north suburbs - and you had access to the community access channel, then you knew all about Apostle Clifford E. Turner PhD’s ‘The Awakening’. He was definitely on to something different, when thousands of youth across Chicago would faithfully tune into his television show, which he wrote, produced, directed and launched through his own HOLYWOOD Studios Christian Media Company. The mini-series became one of his most notable accomplishments, as his innovative methods to spread the Gospel became commendable when he received the Midwest Television Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement for an Entertaining Program Series and four Angel Awards. This Spring2018, a documentary hosted by Roland Martin entitled, “The Making of the Awakening will premier. What a great honor for such a great man of God.

LEGACY & GRACE Apostle Clifford E. Turner PhD, passed away leaving such a great legacy at the age of 67. He made his transition to Glory with over 40 years of ministry on his heart. We remember this Apostlic pioneer and continue in prayer for his survivors; his wife, Lady Darlyn C. Turner and their nine children and four grandchildren. We also keep Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church & World Outreach Ministries and the Liberty International Network in our prayers as well during their season of transition.

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DIANNA NICOLE Chicago, IL - Independent artist and indie music award winning songwriter and singer DIANNA NICOLE is birthing a new sound for a new generation. Her music and artistry has been described as unique, engaging and anointed, along with being labeled a mix of Gospel, Pop/Rock and Contemporary Worship laced in an authentic yet captivating theatrical package. Dianna’s life goal is to promote moral excellence, birth integrity, and inspire others to reach their fullest potential through her art and ministry. In 2015, Dianna Nicole released her debut single “My Way”. Her unique musical style and performance delivery began to intrigue fans and the music industry as she continued perfecting her talents and growing her fan base. With a successful entry into the music industry under her belt, she then released a 2016 EP FAITHFUL. Her FAITHFUL EP led to the Urban Contemporary Artist of the Year Award by The International Music Association in conjunction with The Prayze Factor People’s Choice Awards, one of the nations largest independent Gospel artist award shows. She was also nominated for Female Artist of the Year by Memphis, TN based Showtime Entertainment Gospel Music Awards. Dianna Nicole engaged, grew her fanbase and promoted FAITHFUL last year through a series of unique and very successful ‘house concerts’. “To be able to connect with people on an authentic level is the ultimate for me,” she shares. “What better way to do that than in the comfort of a home?” Through her ‘house concerts’ Dianna was able to minister passionately and share her artistry in a more personal and pure atmosphere.

Todd Dulaney ‘The Wait is Over’, Single Your Great Name and Benita Jones’ The Evolution are now available on iTunes & Google Music Dianna Nicole EPK Faithful is now available in music outlets as well

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our-Part Docu-Series Executive Produced and Narrated by Viola Davis Examines Both Sides of the Fatal Police Encounters Involving African American Citizens Eric Garner, Ezell Ford, John Crawford and Sandra Bland That Sparked Nationwide Protests. Two Sides is a landmark limited four-part docu-series exploring watershed moments for law enforcement and the Black community at the crossroads between life and death, premiering Sunday, January 22 at 10 p.m. ET on TV One. Executive produced by Academy AwardÂŽ winner Viola Davis, Julius Tennon (JuVee Productions) and Lemuel Plummer (L. Plummer Media) with narration by Davis, each one-hour episode of Two Sides offers an in-depth, comprehensive look into disturbing cases of officerinvolved deaths. Focusing on four headline-grabbing fatal police encounters during 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2015, the series analyzes and presents multiple points of view of the highly charged cases involving Eric Garner (New York), Ezell Ford (California), John Crawford (Ohio), and Sandra Bland (Texas). Their tragic deaths sparked grassroots social justice movements such as Black Lives Matter, inspired protests by high profile personalities, and immortalized their names as tragic figures in the polarizing debate on police brutality and race. Content courtesy of JL Media PR

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(CHICAGO) – January 17, 2018 - Central City Productions announces the nominees in 28 categories for the 33rd Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, hosted again this year by history-making artist, Kirk Franklin on Saturday, March 24. Contemporary gospel group Anthony Brown & group therAPy leads the field of nominees this year with ten nominations. The group earned recognition for its work on the album “A Long Way From Sunday” (Key of A/Fair Trade/Tyscot Records) in the key categories of Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, CD of the Year, Duo/ Chorus Group of the Year, Producer of the Year, Contemporary Duo/Chorus Group of the Year, Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year, Contemporary CD of the Year, and Urban/Inspirational Single or Performance of the Year. With nine nominations each, chart-topping soloist Tasha Cobbs Leonard, gospel choir J.J. Hairston & Youthful Praise, and praise and worship artist Travis Greene demonstrate excellence in the field as recognized by the Stellar Awards voting body. Cobbs Leonard is nominated in the hotly-contested categories of Artist of the Year, Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year, CD of the Year and Producer of the Year among others for her work on “Heart. Passion. Pursuit.” (Motown Gospel). J.J. Hairston & Youthful Praise are nominated in the Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, CD of the Year & Choir of the Year categories among their nine nods for the group’s work on “You Deserve It” (JamesTown Music/Entertainment One). Greene continues to rise in the gospel genre, earning nominations this year in the top categories of Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, CD of the Year and Producer of the Year for his work on “Crossover Live in Music City” (RCA Inspiration). With five nominations each, veterans Deitrick Haddon and Ricky Dillard demonstrate their staying power in gospel music, representing contemporary and traditional gospel, respectively. Haddon is recognized for Contemporary Male Vocalist of the Year, Contemporary Duo/Chorus of the Year, Contemporary CD of the Year, Duo/ Group Chorus of the Year and Producer of the Year for work on “Deitrick Haddon & Hill City Worship Camp” (Entertainment One). Dillard is recognized for Traditional Male Vocalist of the Year, Traditional CD of the Year, Traditional Choir of the Year, Choir of the Year and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year. Other artists earning multiple nominations include Marvin Sapp, The Williams Brothers, CeCe Winans, The Rance Allen Group, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Tina Campbell and Le’Andria Johnson. Don Jackson, Founder of the Stellar Awards and Chairman of Central City Productions, Inc. commented, “I am extremely excited about our 2018 Stellar Awards nominees and especially pleased for the role our annual Stellar Awards television special has played in the success of the 2018 multiple Stellar Award nominees including Anthony Brown and group therAPy, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, JJ Hairston and Travis Greene… all of whom performed on our 2017 Stellar Awards. In addition, I am thrilled to see established artists such as CeCe Winans, Marvin Sapp, Bishop Paul Morton, Tina Campbell, Dietrick Haddon, Ricky Dillard, The Williams Brothers and Le’Andria Johnson back among the nominees this year.” -Content courtesy of JL Media PR

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MAJOR SONG PLACEMENTS FOR SAMSON MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK G.Favored Entertainment Group CEO Glyne Griffith Garners Major Song Placements For SAMSON Motion Picture Soundtrack and Billboard Chart Topping Album SURE. FOCUSED. CENTERED. By Dr. F. James Clark and The NextGeneration Choir Nashville, TN -- Rising Nashville based G.Favored Entertainment Group is honored to announce recent song placements on the soundtrack inspired by the forthcoming motion picture SAMSON and on the 2X 2018 Stellar Gospel Music Award nominated and #1 Billboard Chart Topping album SURE. FOCUSED. CENTERED. by Dr. F. James Clark and The NextGeneration Choir. G.Favored Entertainment Group founder and CEO Glyne Griffith has penned numerous songs for Christian and Gospel recording artists and now adds film soundtrack and Billboard chart status to his credits. Griffith’s original song “Reconciled” is featured on the album SAMSON: SONGS FROM AND INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE released by Dream Label Group and Pure Flix Entertainment. “Reconciled” features Joel Kibble of the multiple Grammy® award-winning group TAKE 6 on lead vocals and is backed by G.Favored’s vocal ensemble MUSITRY. “‘Reconciled’ is an emotionally charged ballad that encapsulates Samson’s story through an intimate conversation between Samson and God,” says Griffith. “The song has a universal theme and highlights the anguish and pain that is felt when we are separated from God because of our sin, as well as the joy and gratefulness that is experienced when God redeems, restores, and reconciles us back to himself.”

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The poignant track is strikingly orchestrated and produced by highly soughtafter producers and musicians Melvin “Maestro” Lightford (Kirk Whalum, Danny Gokey, Travis Tritt) and Darius Mines (Snoop Dogg, Little Big Town, Family Force 5). Watch Lightford, Mines, Kibble and Griffith talk about “Reconciled” in their special “Behind The Song” video: https://youtu. be/28BSx2ooNss. SAMSON hits movie theaters nationwide on February 16. Samson: Songs From And Inspired By the Motion Picture is available now on iTunes, Apple Music, Google Play and Amazon. In addition to the SAMSON soundtrack placement, G.Favored has two songs featured on the #1 Billboard Top Gospel Album SURE. FOCUSED. CENTERED by Dr. F. James Clark and The NextGeneration Choir, the young adult choir of The Shalom Church (City of Peace) in St. Louis, MO. The gifted choir recently garnered two 2018 Stellar Gospel Music Award nominations for New Artist of the Year and Contemporary Choir of the Year. The 33rd Stellar Gospel Music Awards show taping will be held in Las Vegas, NV on March 24. Songs featured on the SURE. FOCUSED. CENTERED. album are “God Cares” featuring James Fortune (written by Griffith and Melvin “Maestro” Lightford), and “I Have A Testimony” featuring Chrystal Rucker (written by Griffith, Lightford and Kristyn Frazier). Not limited to songwriting, G.Favored Entertainment Group encompasses an indie label component and has released two albums through its partnership with Dream Label Group and Capitol Christian distribution thus far. NATE

BEAN & 4GIVEN: HYMNS & DEVOTIONALS debuted at #14 on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums chart and #7 on iTunes Christian/Gospel Albums Chart; and THE RIVERSIDE PROJECT: MUSIC & DEVOTION, a unique two disc project by the Riverside SDA Church in Nashville, TN features inspiring music and impactful spoken word devotionals. Notable vocalists on the THE RIVERSIDE PROJECT include Earnest Pugh, Karima Kibble of Virtue, Michelle Prather, and the late Lecresia Campbell. “There is truly some great energy surrounding the G.Favored family right now. G.Favored is grateful to God for His favor and thankful to everyone for their continued support,” states Griffith. - Content Courtesy of the Bellamy Group

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ife in the Overflow Magazine is sad to announce the passing of William Franklin Graham at the age of 99. Billy Graham was a pillar in the Evangelism of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. With almost 70 years in ministry, the Southern Baptist preacher became an international name with his legacy stemming from Charlotte, North Carolina. He grew one of the largest ministries in history and became a prominent televangelist. His radio and television ministry and revivals lasting for over 40 years. With audiences in over 185 countries and 215 million people in a live audience, he has been credited for preaching to more people than anyone else in gospel history. Dubbed a Christian superstar, he and his wife Ruth would raise 5 children together and go on to minister enticing, non-threatening messages to the masses. He created the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, which would become his in house print and film media company. Through the BGEA, Billy Graham would publish books and Christianity Today magazine. Quotes by Billy Graham “My home is in Heaven, I’m just traveling through this world.” “When wealth is lost, nothing is lost, when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost. “

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IN THE FLOW COVER FEATURE Interview by Shanica L. Bell Dr. Bobby Jones, the Father of Gospel Music television and the visionary behind the legendary Bobby Jones Gospel television show on BET talks about his legacy and God’s grace for his life. LITO MAG: It was very encouraging to learn that you came from a humble beginning where you created a show to feature locals and gospel acts, tell us about the launch of Bobby Jones Gospel before BET? DR. BOBBY JONES: I wanted to create a television show for those who were not able to show their gifts and talents in church. 37 years ago, it was important for me to share our culture through our religion, as well as our spirituality.

LITO MAG: Why was Gospel music so important to you to present in a mainstream way or medium? DR. BOBBY JONES: There were other television personalities; Johnny Carson, Phil Donahue; other guys; Andy Wilson, Nat King Cole; and with wanting to express our cultural through our religion and where I was from people with gifts and talents could get on the radio or television, so they could now come on my show and express themselves on television. LITO MAG: After 35 years on BET, you two finally said goodbye and parted ways a few years ago; you have been quoted to say that the ending the relationship was like losing a loved one. With all the memories that you have over that 3.5 decades!!!, what are 2 of your most memorable moments with BET? DR. BOBBY JONES: You know that’s a question that I really can’t answer. because they all were memorable. I’m the kind of person where there are no big I’s or little you’s when it comes to doing what I do; so I put everybody on the same playing field and each individual that came to be apart of our ministry were important to me. Now there were some names that were more well known than others, that I’m sure attracted more people. But as far as the individauls themselves we’re all the same. working individuals for the Lord. But, some of those names are Dr. Maya Angelou, Louis Farrakahn, Patti LaBelle, Dionne Warwick, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Vickie Winans... They are great people, but you see they are all just mortal people. There are many great people that have done the same things as them, but just haven’t been noticed.

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Cover: Interview with Dr. Bobby Jones- Continued from page 20 LITO MAG: Having the longest running television show on BET, along with your desire to express our culture through religion and spirituality; it seemed like the perfect marriage. DR. BOBBY JONES: It was. It was Godsent. LITO MAG: The world knows you as Dr. Bobby Jones, Father of Gospel music television , describe Dr. Bobby Jones, the family man, the husband, father in 3 words. DR. BOBBY JONES: That’s pretty accurate (The Father of Gospel music Television). But my 3 words are loving committed, and steady. LITO MAG: What’s in the future for Dr. Jones? Do you still have some dreams that you’d like to see come to pass in your life? DR. BOBBY JONES: No, I just want to continue to do what I do on television, as long as God allows me to do it, with the Impact television network (Bobby Jones Presents), presenting other artists that express their appreciation for God. On that show I give an opportunity for new artists who have not had the opportunity to get their music recorded and out there; I invite them to come and do television. That was the way I started Bobby Jones Gospel. Providing a platform for all the artists that are interested in pursuing their career through television - and not just singers, but dancers, spoken word, people that play different instruments; I do fashions and churchwear, just a multiplicity of talent that we have. For those people who go to church but what they do may not be applicable for church activities. They can come on my show and express themselves. Bonus/What People May Not Know: Favorite Color? Black is what I wear mostly. It’s thinning (laughs); I like red as well. Favorite Food? I’m a peculiar eater; Ive broken myself down to just fish and poulty as far as meats are concerned; but vegetables and fruits of all sorts. I want to stay around. Even though I’m going on 80; I want to be around.

What’s on your music playlist? I listen to everything that comes in for the Bobby Jones Gospel Countdown #1 Countdown show on the radio. That gives me the chance to see what the Billboards and others say is new and fresh that’s coming up. So it depends on what the message is mostly; I don’t play anything - I just listen. Unfortunately in my city we are limited as far as radio exposure; but I have the #1 Countdown show in America. My producers come up each week with the top songs according to their sales. I have no favorites, I don’t do rotations it’s whoever has been able to get the most exposure through radio. I guess you think I am very dull because I don’t choose people. I’ve always been like that; that’s why I always have new artists on my show. I always level the playing field. Because when you do the work of God and you start idolizing man so much it takes you off course. So I keep everybody on the same plain. I know there are people that think they sing better than others, but I don’t think God judges that it’s the heart. Just like you’re just starting out with Life in the Overflow Magazine, doesn’t make Gospel Today any bigger. You’re both doing it. You’re just as important as anybody else. That’s my philosophy, I hope you get that. BE the FLOW! | SUMMER 2017

Omaha, NE -- Born and raised in Chicago, IL, Ananias “Markey” Montague is a powerhouse producer, music director, author, instructor, and musician. Ananias has shared his talents of music, creativity, and vision throughout the U.S. and abroad by combining his gifts as a psalmist in Christian music and as an administrator in Ministry and Arts. Ananias is a creative virtuoso who has composed over 20 original compositions as producer for the Salem Baptist Church annual production “The Resurrection” (2010- 2015) and has written original songs recorded by The Gospel Music Workshop of America, The Walter and Edwin Hawkins Seminar, vocalist MiMi Redd, and Salem Baptist Church of Omaha, NE. In addition to having worked with some of the most notables in music including Richard Smallwood, Andrae’ Crouch, Ricky Dillard, Ted Winn, Lyle Lovett, and The Omaha Symphony, Ananias is also a proven leader in arts education and organizational staff training. Ananias is founder of A WORK ON A WHEEL Summer Performing Arts Camp in Omaha, NE and he conducts worship and worship administration sessions around the country. Ananias is now making a collection of his poignant songs available to the masses. REMEMBER ME: SONGS FROM THE CROSS Vol 1. is a dynamic 2-CD set of 17 songs of worship and praise. REMEMBER ME is the quintessential collection of sacred music vital to the Sunday morning worship experience. REMEMBER ME features the uplifting, high praise anthem “He’s Alive”, which is a song that every church choir and worship team can execute with joyous energy to stir their congregation into immediate authentic worship and praise. Listen to “He’s Alive”. “The REMEMBER ME songbook and soundtrack fulfills the growing need for music that is both theologically sound and moves the soul,” Ananias states. “Whether it is used in a personal or corporate worship experience, the infectious instruments and harmonies compel the listener to a place of celebration, contemplation, and gratitude with every hearing.” It is Ananias’ hope that the music in this book and on this soundtrack will ignite Worship, invoke the remembrance of the sacrifice of Jesus, and inspire all to thank God for allowing His Son to die for the world. REMEMBER ME: SONGS FROM THE CROSS Vol 1 is available January 26. The album will be on all digital music outlets and the songbook can be purchased on Ananias’ website http://www.amusac.com and at Ntime Music Store.

Remember Me: Songs From The Cross Vol 1. Track List: 1. Dwelling Place 2. He Can Deliver 3. Jesus He’s The One 4. Everything I Need and More 5. Hosanna 6. The King 7. The King Has Come 8. Lord We Worship 9. That Man Jesus 10. Remember Me 11. Oh What A Love 12. On My Way To Calvary 13. Calvary 14. Worship At The Cross 15. He’s Not Here 16. He’s Alive 17. Seated At The Right Hand - Content Courtesy of the Bellamy Group

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DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 450Â°. In a food processor, pulse basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic, then with motor running, add Âź cup olive oil and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Toss corn with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place flatbreads on a baking sheet and spoon over pesto, then top with goat cheese, corn, and sundried tomatoes.

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Bake until cheese is beginning to melt and flatbreads are golden, 8 to10 minutes.**If needed,

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FINDING YOUR TRIBE

Many people complain about the lack of support in their business, ministry or events. I see countless social media rants about who isn’t supporting a vision or who won’t sow a seed into another person’s cause. Let me just say this, it is okay today. It is okay that a few don’t support you, because there are so many others that will. Maybe you should change your approach and only pitch your dreams and visions to those who get you and understand your journey in business or ministry. Everyone will not be your backbone, shoulder, or support; just like everyone is not your friend. You have to be diligent in finding your tribe. Our current natural products include Shea Lotion, Brown Sugar Scrub, Body Mist and Hair & Body Oil. Order your QueenCare Products today. www.queencareproducts.com

You will know your tribe because they will speak your language and you will speak theirs. They will get the reason for your event and may even attend because you have a product, service, or something that speaks to the core of that person. You possess something that they can use to further themselves in business or ministry. These are your tribe members. These are the people that you should be connecting to. Look for your team and be diligent in doing so. Even if they are just cheerleaders in your endeavors. Never complain about the lack of support again. Round up your tribe, know them, connect and communicate with them and continue to be brilliant. Shanica, Bell Bella Creative Consulting www.bellacreativeconsulting.com

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YOU WILL WIN By Jekalyn Carr

On the heals of her chart-climbing hit single “You Will Win,” which is No. 1 this week at Gospel radio and her first book called You Will Win, Jekalyn feels compelled to share to everyone about achieving their victory titles in every aspect of their lives. The You Will Win Conference will have great classes and courses that will share information to help you excel. Jekalyn believes that you should live your life as a blessed person. She loves to see people living out their dreams. You Will Win! encourages you to create that opportunity in your life. The message pushes you above your circumstances and helps you overcome. You were created to be above the things of this world and not underneath them. You Will Win! is a reminder that your words have the power to create and you must use them to speak the happiness and joy that you want in your life. Your winning season is not related to the natural seasons of spring, winter, summer or fall, but to a lifetime of peace and joy. Remember, you will win!

Pre-orders are available now for Jekalyn’s forthcoming first book You Will Win: Inspirational Strategies To Help You Overcome (February 20) and her 4th independent project ONE NATION UNDER GOD (February 23). GRAMMY, Billboard and GMA Dove Award nominated and Stellar Award-winning 20-Year old millennial recording artist and evangelist Jekalyn Carr is hosting her first conference. The You Will Win Conference will take place June 21-22, 2018 in Southaven, MS at Brown Missionary Baptist Church. This conference will inspire individuals to succeed in ministry, business, the work-place and at home. Break out sessions that will be offered at the conference are: - Winning as a Family unit; - Winning in Entrepreneurship (Business building/branding); - Winning in your singles season; - Millennials/Youth - Together we win!; Ministry - Winning in Faith; - Music - Winning in creativity; Acting - Shining in your winning season! Participants that are interested in attending the conference can visit www.YouWillWin.org to register. Early Bird registration is $40 (until April 30) and $60 (after April 30). All night services are free. Content Curtesy of Jekalyn Carr Ministries

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