Freestyle

Michael Waters, founder and senior pastor of Joy Tabernacle African Methodist Episcopal Church in Dallas, TX, identifies as a member of the hip-hop generation living in an urban context. His purpose in writing is to inspire hope in the promise of a new day, in the assurance of victory over defeat, and in the fulfillment of God's promises. Freestyle boldly confronts issues within the urban community such as addiction, education, incarceration, family issues, and absentee fathers. A popular blogger for The Huffington Post, Waters gives his edgy but truthful perspectives on current events. Sample chapters include Glory: A New Day for Fatherhood in Hip-Hop Culture, With Deepest Regrets: A Letter to the Ancestors, An Odd Future for Faith in Hip-Hop, The Liturgy of Trayvon Martin, and They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.).