APRIL 2022
"God has given each of us a dream… a vision… there will be deterrents between the dream and the destination, but if that dream was given to you by God. Trust that it will be accomplished in your life. Press on."
Dexter Johnson Jr. takes us on a trip down memory lane as he looks on how the show came together, the impact Gospel Deets has made and the year ahead!
... a dedicated Christian servant who defies the odds and is ready to share his story!
The Witty Traveler takes us on another awesome adventure with PAJE Explorer!
VOLUME 3 | ISSUE 2
FOR THIS ISSUE
SPECIAL THANKS SPECIAL FEATURES
R.L. "Nathanael" Hamilton & Team
CONTRIBUTORS
Welcome
Can you believe we're already at the second issue of Volume 3, Issue 2 of PAJE Magazine?? Man, what a journey! I really want to thank you all for the support you've shown to us thus far with this magazine and overall digital hub being accessed in over 25 countries worldwide. Your support helps to remind me that efforts, when submitted to God, will make the type of impact He wills, and it's an honour to see it all unfold. That stated, I'm particularly excited about this issue! This one feels unique in terms of its content and the merge with the vibe in itself. So, I'm not gonna keep you any longer, it's time to turn the page, fam! Cheers to what's ahead! Enjoy PAJE!
Charmian-Marie Beedle (Founder, Designer & Editor-In-Chief)
CORE TEAM
ATOM INC BRAND MANAGEMENT Co. Ltd (PARENT COMPANY OF PAJE MAGAZINE)
Charmian-Marie Beedle, Founder, Designer & Editor-In-Chief, PAJE Founder & Managing Director, AIBM Brian Beedle, Dir. Photography & Videography, AIBM Krista Fuller, Media & Engagement Officer, AIBM Wendean James, Partnership & Marketing Officer, AIBM Khalia Smith, Admin + Content Officer, AIBM Andrew Edwards, Digital Content Officer, AIBM Chanel Spence, Digital Content Officer, AIBM CONTRIBUTORS
Okeyno Morgan Sophia Campbell Charlene Tilbanie Akeel Henry Andre Whittaker Christopher Sinclair McCalla
Christopher James Victor Brown Mischa Christie Crystal Daye Wendean James
INSIDE PAJEMAGAZINE
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NATHANAEL
PRE-PAGES
A. WELCOME & SPECIAL THANKS
B. CONTENTS PEOPLE
1 MY CHRISTIAN SISTERS We always hear about faith and its important in our Christian journey, but, how much do we really exercise it when we are faced with situations or decisions that need to be figured out?
10 A ROYAL REALITY
Over the past two years, especially, the entrepreneurial spirit has flourished! But, what are the steps you need to take note of in order to have a successful business? Take a look.
28 HEART MATTERS
Don't Be Offended! Yea, we hear that a lot when it seems like somebody is trying to belittle our feelings. But, are they? This one is going to definitely get you thinking.
31 THE HEALTH CORNER
Yes, there's already a debate about whether or not Christians should even drink alcohol. But, are we also balancing our thoughts by thinking about the effects on our health?
& MORE ADVENTURES
35 CHRIS' KITCHEN:
CARIBBEAN SHRIMP SCAMPI
Get ready for an exclusive, easy-to-make dish for Easter holidays!
37 PAJE EXPLORER:
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It's time to discover MORE with PAJE!
TRAVEL: PRONE TO WANDERLUST
The Witty Traveler is on the go again! This time, he's in Brazil and we're excited about it! Take a look as he documents his journey to Brazil, and be sure to look out for follow-up articles!
38 KEVIN PARK - AN INSPIRATION AS HE LEADS OTHERS TO CHRIST
IN THE MOOD TO TRAVEL? VISIT BRAZIL WITH THE WITTY TRAVELER!
MOVIES: CJAM REVIEWS
So, movies are about to make a rise again and we want to make sure you know what to look out for! CJam Reviews has you covered with everything you need to look out for!
ENTERTAINMENT: GOSPEL DEETS
We've been loving the way Gospel Deets keeps us all entertained through their production! Why not take a look at what's been behind it all and what we can expect for 2022? Check it out!
COLUMN
HEART MATTERS 19
with Candicia Ashman
DON'T BE Picture this, you are with a group of people and you being a dog lover hear a comment about dog lovers; you say nothing but oh there is something that boils inside you. A couple days pass and you see the person who made the remark but you walk by them as if you were strolling by a stranger. You were offended by the comment and the person who said it.
Offended
Offense is a part of life, if you are human, chances are, you will be offended. In fact, by reading this article you might be offended (chuckle). Contrary to what Christians may believe, offense isn’t something you avoid, but rather one that you DEAL WITH.
In fact, for those who follow the last days signs, this is a big sign that was mentioned in the bible
Matthew 24:10 “And then shall many be 18 offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.” It makes no sense pretending to be an emotionless robot that nothing bothers. We all have emotions, opinions, feelings and our background and experiences adjust the dials as to what ‘gets under our skins’ and what we simply brush off. The trick to this inevitable situation is knowing how to properly deal with your emotions and control them, lest they control you.
What is offense? In Jamaica we would say ‘me feel a way,’ this is a perturbed feeling or discomfort due to the action or words of someone else. Offense has no boundary or specific trait, meaning you can’t know what will actually offend someone because each person can be triggered by anything (and sometimes nothing). So you see, it isn’t something you can really avoid. It’s one of those ‘walk through the fire,’ sort of things that we must grow, mature and learn to go through.
Shocking Truths about Offense: 1. Bruh, it's not even about you! Sometimes you can be offended or triggered by the most minute or seemingly insignificant thing (at least according to the opinion of the offender or an onlooker) because most times it’s not even about you.
It could be them having a bad day, this thing being said at the wrong time or as a result of past trauma and experiences. So don’t be offended that someone is offended, sometimes it’s not even about you. If you are aware and you want to clear the air, just apologize and move on. 2. Yes, Christians get offended. I’m sure some reading this would jokingly say ‘most offended,’ Being a baptized, born again, holy ghost filled, tongues spewing, bible wheeling believer does not shield you from being offended; and no not everything is demons.
PRONE to Wanderlust
with Andre Whittaker
Journey with The Witty Traveler to
PhotoS contributed by Andre Whittaker
39 My tickets have been booked, bags are packed and I journeyed on the Knutsford Express bus from Kingston, Jamaica to Montego Bay, my departure city en route to Sao Paulo, Brazil. My check-in process had its challenges but I finally made it to the gate. Two months have passed since my last adventure to Peru and I’ve been itching to go ever since. My plans have changed at least three times in the past two months as I prepared to venture to my second of twelve countries in my goal to visit twelve countries in twelve months, so I'm happy and relieved to finally be on my way.
The captain announced there is a challenge with the air conditioning system and that we would be returning to the gate to have it checked. After one hour of waiting, we were asked to exit the aircraft. The flight was subsequently canceled and we all had to be rebooked on other flights for the following day. The passengers were given vouchers for transfer to and from the airport and for the Holiday Inn hotel. I was definitely disappointed that my trip to Brazil was delayed a whole 24 hours, but my ocean view room at an all-inclusive resort was a suitable compromise.
The boarding process began and after being thoroughly checked because of a random TSA selection, I sat in my seat aboard American Airlines, carry-on stowed in the overhead compartment, personal item under the seat in front of me, seat belt buckled and ready to go! Or so I thought.
Flight Attendants Prepare for Take-off
Within minutes after leaving the gate, the unusual warmth of the aircraft became evident to all passengers, jackets were being removed, passengers were fanning with anything they could get their hands on and babies were crying because of the discomfort.
Eight hours was the longest I have ever spent on a flight, but it was a smooth and easy ride. Departing Miami at 10:50 pm, a slew of Portuguese chatter and infectious laughter filled the aircraft.
The following evening, things went smoothly! It was a quick one-hour flight to Miami where I had a fourhour layover followed by an eight-hour flight to Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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"God has given each of us a dream… a vision… there will be deterrents between the dream and the destination, but if that dream was given to you by God. Trust that it will be accomplished in your life. Press on." - Nathanael
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For just over 10 years, R. L. 'Nathanael' Hamilton
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