Comments on: Microphone Messiahs

By: Kingspirations-KFrancette

Kingspirations-KFrancette — Sun, 24 May 2009 03:00:05 +0000

Christian –Like Christ- Christ’s spoken Word was to the masses not the upper classes Poetry in motion- Is definitely a spiritually uplifting event!
Creativity is a Gift from God! Continue to share the gift with a microphone, on a platform or with a pencil- Creativity is a gift that keeps on giving.  M. Cherry, I really enjoyed this article and look forward to reading and hearing more from you.
Peace, Love, Joy and Creativity

By: Candance Greene

Candance Greene — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:37:14 +0000

It’s amazing that people think they can separate God from anything, especially poetry. Myisha’s article shows us how God’s light, word and message spreads, even when people don’t realize it! Great job!

By: Liberated King

Liberated King — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:17:43 +0000

This article is the bomb. I feel like I was there. As a Spoken Word affectionado, I am always looking for articles like this from writers who get it… who get the Spoken Word.

Word up, this is faya. Can’t wait for your next article. Maybe you can come and cover our Poet’s Lounge on Thursdays at Food 4 Thought Cafe 445 Marcus Garvey Blvd. Brooklyn, NY (corner of Marcus Garvey and McDonough). Come thru.

By: David Ross

David Ross — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:02:22 +0000

Wow! This was quite interesting. I love how you broke this whole thing down…and the comparisons between church and venue…I love it! Excellent write.

By: Malik

Malik — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 10:43:07 +0000

You are a great writer. As mentioned in the last paragraph, the ” raw, inspiring and communal message being shared” can send vibes to people saved or unsaved. Poetry is much like music to me, it delivers a spirit. Sometimes its a good sprit, sometimes its bad. It how the listener absorbs it.

Overall this is a great article, keep her writing!!!

By: Twanny

Twanny — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:37:22 +0000

Great as always! It’s so hard to put “God” in a box, but religion seems to do that. I think things of God can be expressed in different forms. Poetry to me is a way to express how I feel both spiritually & emotionally. All that to say…I really liked this!

By: Tramelle

Tramelle — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:57:56 +0000

It brings me joy to hear HIS word in a venue other then the Church. I have friends that will not get up on a Sunday morning but crave a spiritual connection or direction. This makes a trip to the our local poetry reading a worthwhile experience that allows us to share his message together. Thank you for this article. I look forward to reading more…

By: Dion

Dion — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:17:33 +0000

What a great article! I don’t think people really understand the power of words and how spoken word/poetry really provides a venue for people to be who they are, to say what they are thinking or feeling and to ignite change in the lives of so many.

By: Ginger Chase

Ginger Chase — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:09:14 +0000

Great job!

By: Falu

Falu — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:30:27 +0000

This is an amazing article, thank you so much for even the mention….ur love for words can not be measured…

By: Ain

Ain — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:27:11 +0000

Excellent article! Words, truth, spirit and emotion should be priority everywhere. Your connection between spirit and poetry should inspire people to continue to blur the lines and reach people wherever they are.

By: Femi lawal

Femi lawal — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:02:21 +0000

its funny how this article reads because anytime I go to a church I spend all of my time watching the preachers performance along with how they manipulate the congregations emotions with words and I think to myself, “this is just like a poetry venue”

By: Tom S

Tom S — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:29:08 +0000

Every generation requires a new approach to touch theor sprititual heartstrings. Myisha seems to have the “touch” for this generation. — What’s more, she can interpret it for us old folks!!

By: Maisha Johnson

Maisha Johnson — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:21:32 +0000

Awesome article Myisha!

By: zaks

zaks — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:16:02 +0000

definitely hit the nail on the head here. sweet work.

By: Ric

Ric — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:32:22 +0000

Myisha, That was a great article!!! I’m going to have to check out on e of these venue’s sooner that later!!!

By: Sister Mothyna

Sister Mothyna — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:09:08 +0000

This article is wonderful! Well written and entirely true. Having been around the poetry scene in at least 3 different cities at some point. I find the connection between spirituality, education and empowerment to be quite accurate. Excellant work Ms. Cherry!

By: Keisha

Keisha — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:43:07 +0000

Loved the article! It challenged me to think how I can make the message of the gospel relevant in and outside the church. I will definitely be sharing this read with others.

By: Shantel

Shantel — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:37:44 +0000

This is a wonderful article. I like the way the connection is made between poetry venues and the church. Those of us who are in the church (ME) that really have a heart for the people often wonder how to make the connection for those that refuse to come inside the church to hear the Word of God. This proves to be an effective method to help people become enlightened and receive positive motivation for their daily walk.

By: Miss Brown

Miss Brown — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:29:23 +0000

Not sure that I would use the word Messiahs…but I think the article is VERY POIGNANT!!! I def think poetry, spoken word and hip hop are some of the most relevant preaching forms in our present day. Glad to find such an article. Would like to read more from the author.

By: Jerome

Jerome — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:28:40 +0000

Myisha,

great article. i love spoken word and the message it conveys.
Baltimore loves you !!

By: Marshall "Soulful" Jones

Marshall "Soulful" Jones — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:57:17 +0000

Wow. Poetry has done so much for my spiritual development and I am grateful to see that in words.
Great job Myisha.

By: Terrence

Terrence — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:43:36 +0000

Thanks Myisha for informing and inspiring.

By: Terrence

Terrence — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:41:00 +0000

We as artists have a divine responsibility to inform and inspire. Jesus himself rarely taught in a temple setting. He brought the word directly to the people, traveling from place to place preaching of salvation. True ministry stretches beyond walls.

By: Thema Bryant-Davis

Thema Bryant-Davis — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:31:13 +0000

People are hungry for the Word and like Christ we have to bring it where they are. Thank you for shedding light on this powerful ministry that is transforming lives at poetry venues around the world.

By: Derek B.

Derek B. — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:44:03 +0000

Why do people think that if it doesn’t’ go on or isn’t controlled by the church it’s not spiritual? It’s very possible to have a relationship with God outside of the Church. I thank you for this article Myisha and I hope that you continue to spread this “spiritual” love and understanding through your spoken word.
Peace.

By: Rae Brown

Rae Brown — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 03:56:40 +0000

excellent article! i would love to read more about what you think about churches and pastors whose services seem directed to entertain younger audiences, almost like a show. do you think commercializing “the word” during praise & worship and sermons with poetry or rap, takes away from the education, and seriousness of “the word”?

By: Roxana

Roxana — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 03:36:00 +0000

After reading this I realized that “the church” all kinds has not done a good job of taking God’s Word into every day life for illumination and healing of all situations. It is just amazing the power of words. God’ s words and ours. If you can write words that change a life you would have saved some one out of doing the same thing over and over. Thanks for writing with such a fresh outlook.

By: VaNatta

VaNatta — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 03:20:58 +0000

This is article is great! I love to read and hear about the mixing of the “sacred” and the “secular”. God has given the gift of poetry to connect people together! There is a place for this type of artistic creativity (inside and outside of the church) and I’m glad people aren’t afraid to take part in this expressive medium!
That Myisha is a Heaven of a writer!

By: Mirlande Jeanlouis

Mirlande Jeanlouis — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:53:22 +0000

Wow, Myisha! This is a really great article because it addresses a “spiritual underground” of sorts. A lot of the youth today relate to poetry and hip-hop’s prophetic elements because they crave what past generations would usually get every Sunday.

Thanks for the good read. = )