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A Stellar Experience

                                   A Stellar Experience

In days of old, in particular biblically, there were many royal feast! It would be a gathering of great kings and their kingdoms who would celebrate with wines, breads and grains. Tables would be adorned with the finest linen and royal colors like purple and scarlet reds. Often times the feast would last for days, months and reoccur annually. Last weekend and the week preceding was exactly what Don Jackson, Executive Producer and Barbara Wilson, Producer, of The 29th Annual Stellar Awards presented to the world, a royal occasion.

The event mirrored the reflections of clear, clean and crisp talent who are at the pinnacle of their career. From Tamela & David Mann to Kirk and Tammy Franklin, it was a star studded event. Not only was The Stellar Awards inspirational but delightfully entertaining due to the hilarious quick wit of (2) of the world’s greatest personalities, Sherri Shepherd of The View and comedian Rickey Smiley gracing the audience with his character, Mrs. Bernice Jackson.

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I am certain after receiving such an invitation to perform at this regal event, anything than superior would not be good enough. Timidity had no place for those who were called to usurp their authority on stage, especially since great numbers of their spectators were equally talented and their peers. Moreover, millions would be listening and viewing through the lens of television, waves of radio, social media post, streaming and etc. Many were waiting for their favorite artist to receive a Stellar Award or render their hit record. From my vantage point, it appeared people were pleased. Psalmist consistently demonstrated their gifts in excellence.

Amazingly what could have been thought of as a dying art, Quartet’s, has become a mainstay in the gospel industry. Groups represented by this genre of music certainly filled the massive stage. The resounding voices triumphed throughout the historic coliseum with perfect pitches and soul-stirring renditions, creating beautiful harmony.

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To those who the King has made a promise too, just pull up a seat at the table. The invitation has been sent just to you. He has appointed someone like King David who was assigned to Mephibosheth, Johnathan’s son. If you need inspiring today, read 2 Samuel. Don’t turn back because you don’t possess what someone else does. Mephibosheth was crippled in both feet but when he sat at King David table, he was as erect as the next person. Please take a seat! We too are undeserving and imperfect just accept his gift and receive it. Who knows, next year, you might be, The New Emerging Artist of the Year.

While it was music and not a physical table, the atmosphere was set for feasting with the best of the best. I am sure the King of Kings was pleased as he sat at the head of the royal feast during the 29th Annual Stellar Awards.

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