NEW BEGINNINGS: A Letter From the Editor
ENGAGE, UPLIFT, ELEVATE
we (Group Elev8) have experienced the undeniable
favor of the Lord with this new venture, from the onset,
and offer sincere gratitude to those who have shown
their belief and support to our new beginning.
We are surrounded by the FAVOR of GOD, and for that
we say Thank You, JESUS! Singing: “When Jesus says
YES, Nobody can say NO!”
We begin our journey with our cover subjects,
Devon Franklin and Meagan Good who recently
released their book “The Wait,” pointing out the reward
of waiting to become intimate until after marriage. In an
interview for The People’s Choice Awards, Mr. Franklin
shared, “…dating determines everything!” And statistics
prove they’re on to something, as divorce rates
skyrocket in Christian marriages from those who didn’t.
Could abstinence be the remedy?
We also caught up with Tim and Brelyn Bowman, who
had more to share on the topic, as you might remember, there’s is a love story based on this very topic. Their
insight, and perspective shares the blessings behind
waiting, rather than the consequences of not doing so.
You’re in for a treat with this one.
We also made our way to the 31st Annual Stellar Awards
which convened on February 20, 2016. Elev8 Magazine
had the awesome experience of attending the weekend
events, and I’m telling you, the love shown us was nothing short o f amazing. We had a blast!
Enaysha Thompson, Editor-in-Chief
The Word of the Lord shares, “If I be lifted up, I will
draw all men unto me.” And to that we say, we Elevate
You, Lord God.
What an honor it is for me to write this inaugural
letter, welcoming you to ELEV8 Magazine.
Elev8 exists to share the love and lifestyle of Christians.
As there is much more to living as a believer than what
the world’s been shown; and a great deal more to our
witness than music and programs.
As I write this letter, I am elated and consumed with so
many emotions…
Inside this edition is an exclusive with New Artist of the
Year Stellar Award winner Casey J, and a Q/A session
with the virtous women of Virtue. Briana Babineaux
also shares insight along with exclusive tracks from her
highly anticipated release “Keys to My Heart.”
We also talked with the anointed minstrels Latice
Crawford, and Jarmel Evans, not to mention Neechy
spent some time sharing more about her exclusive line
“Neechy Made It.” This promises to be insightful to say
the least.
I’d love to hear what you think, let me know what’s on
your mind. Write me: [email protected]
Enaysha Thompson
JANELLE MONAE