Jesus Christ Made Straight A's is just one chapter in this sermonic volume that allow author and artist, Dr. Clarence Talley, Sr. to think out loud. The author ask, "I wonder if Joseph and Mary, the earthly parents of Jesus Christ, told their Son when He attended the synagogue school to bring home straight A's. I wonder if they put demands on Jesus to achieve scholastically." Dr. Talley ponders such questions and seeks 1 answers using the life of Jesus as presented in the Bible. Other chapters such as How to Make God's Honor Roll, Can I Be All God Wants Me To Be? The Boomerang of Deceit and, Be Cool; I Got This are just a few of the many messages Dr. Talley shares. True to the Word of God, each chapter is thoughtful, insightful, and challenging. Like a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your pathway Jesus Christ Made Straight A's will bless your life. It's written for you.
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Dr. Clarence Talley, Sr. has long balanced a distinguished career as a visual artist and a deep spiritual calling. His passion for art has always intertwined with his faith, reflecting a unique blend of creative and theological exploration. Raised in Alexandria, Louisiana, his early life was shaped by the powerful voices of black preachers and the rich cultural heritage of his community. Influenced by figures such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., E. V. Hill and Charles Spurgeon, Dr. Talley has spent his life merging visual expression with biblical truths. As a Professor of Art at Prairie View A&M University for nearly five decades, Dr. Talley has inspired countless students through both his teaching and his art. His academic journey includes degrees from Southern University and Louisiana State University, as well as advanced theological training from Houston Graduate School of Theology and the Master's International School of Divinity. This unique combination of artistic mastery and theological insight forms the foundation of his writing. Dr. Talley's works range from art exhibitions to sermons, and his books reflect a deep commitment to using his creative talents to uplift and inspire. His first book, A Call From God, details his personal journey into ministry. Lie after Lie after Lie: A Study in 2 Kings 5 is a contemporary and insightful look at a familiar Old Testament chapter, 2 Kings 5. Through twenty succinct chapters, Lie after Lie after Lie tells the story of Naaman, a soldier in desperate need of help; Elisha, the prophet, who was willing to help, and Gehazi, a shrewd servant, who decided to help himself telling lie after lie after lie. From the Pulpit to the Streets, another work by Dr. Talley, offers golden nuggets of wisdom to everyone who is seeking truth that can only be found in the Word of God. Dr. Talley contends that life must be faced with a power that is beyond anything that the average man possesses. And that power is found only in the Word of God. His most recent book is Seven Things God Hates: A Biblical Perspective on Righteous Hate. A Fulbright-Hays Scholar, Dr. Talley has exhibited his art globally, including in the United States, the Caribbean, and Africa. His renowned 15 Stations of the Cross has been featured in international productions, including Justice, Jazz & the Jesus Story in Canada. His influence extends beyond the art world, impacting lives through his sermons, books, and teaching. Dr. Talley's writings offer a distinctive perspective, merging his love for the Bible with his creative visual artistry. His sermons are "vocal works of art," and his paintings are "visual sermons," each medium serving to point others to God. His mission is to inspire, encourage, and challenge readers and viewers alike to reach higher spiritual heights.
