June 2011 Archives

The Bible tells us (Matthew 6:24) that we can't be devoted to God and money; we will love one and despise the other. But often carrying out the visions God gives us calls for money, which is often in short supply. That is why I admire Kervin Julien's stance so much.

The Coventry-based anti-homelessness campaigner Kervin Julien for returning the money to Sue Stone, who 'offered' the money as part of the Secret Millionaire show which was screened late last month.

It seemed Sue didn't agree with how Kervin wanted to spend the money to further his work with Anesis, who feed the homeless on the streets of Coventry every week.

Newsflash Sue: I thought the money was a gift to a special work. Isn't that the point of Secret Millionaire?

Big respect Kervin, Anesis and the leadership of Northpoint Church for returning the money.

We really can't serve God and money; besides my Bible also tells me that everything belongs to God. His purposes won't be prevented for want of a mere £15,000.

Some of us have come too far to think that God won't take us the rest of the way.

I am glad that Cadbury saw fit to apologise for their likening Naomi Campbell to a chocolate bar in their most recent advertising campaign.

It's sad that they had to be pressured first by the likes of Operation Black Vote, but the recognition of a mistake is all that can be asked for once it has been made.

Let's hope Cadbury keeps its promise and does not go there again because regardless of Naomi's infamous diva-ish behaviour over the years, there is no excuse for using such derogatory and racist references which anyone with any ounce of intelligence would know are offensive.

As for those writers and other crumbs who have criticised those who opposed the advert: until they know what it is like to endure racism at the point of name-calling, ill-treatment and violence, I would advise them to keep their mouths shut.

It's interesting how folks who have no real understanding of what it feels like to be on the sharp end of racism, because they have a platform, elevate themselves as authorities in these matters.

The rogue tree that bears the fruits of hate and disenfranchisement stem from bitter roots that grew from tiny innocent-looking seeds called disrespect and a little harmless fun; seeds that were planted as many looked away or doubted they could do any harm.