How’s your walk in the Lord today?

Well, Are you? Maybe you are ready, maybe you aren’t. If you’re ready, great. If not, are you ready to die? Oh, hold up, you are not ready for anything…

A World of Unrighteousness

June 10, 2020

No, I am not talking about the latest movie, or even the state of our world right now. I am talking about your tongue.Compared to other things that are considered…

Don’t go doing what the Jones’ do

June 2, 2020

How's Your Walk Devotional

Some time back before Covid-19 came on the scene, in the earlier chapters of the book of Acts, we were discussing our influences that may have brought us to know…

“wax on, wax off” steps to a disciplined Christian walk

May 28, 2020

How's Your Walk Devotional

How is your walk in the Lord today? Are you disciplined in your Christian walk? Are you purposely walking out the word of God? In Hebrews 12:3-17, the scripture speaks…

ABOUT DESMOND LESLIE
Desmond is a husband, father, and Lover of God. He is passionate about equipping people to live their best lives. Through his devotional titled ‘How’s your walk with the Lord?” he shares scriptures, encouragement, and personal experiences that will inspire, motivate and help the readers to transform their personal faith walk with Jesus.

Budram Family Vlog Ep. 01 \\ Grace Eczema Journey

June 27, 2020

Mervin & his wife, Ruth, has released their first family vlog and Grace Budram Eczema Journey

‘Our Father’ Key to Success by Mervin Budram

June 24, 2020

On June 21, 2020, Mervin spoke at Jubilee Ministries for Father’s Day. He spoke on the importance of fathers’ role as a foundation for effectiveness.

Creative Monday Discussion (June 22, 2020) \\ Racism in the Heart

June 23, 2020

Creative Monday Discussion, Lifestyle, Stories

On June 22, 2020, Mervin was joined by Pastor John Bowman of Lakewood Church, Derrick Pitts of Valentine Pitts of God Cares Outreach, Karen Brockington, assistant & road manager to…

5 Ways We Can Use Technology for Spiritual Development

June 22, 2020

Alysia Norales

Let’s face it. Being a Christian in a digital world can be pretty hard sometimes. If you’re one of the few people who’s successfully found a balance then good for…

Ready for action.

June 22, 2020

Well, Are you? Maybe you are ready, maybe you aren’t. If you’re ready, great. If not, are you ready to die? Oh, hold up, you are not ready for anything…

Creative Monday Discussion (June 15th, 2020) \\ Dad Tips from Caribbean Dads

June 19, 2020

Creative Monday Discussion, Lifestyle, Stories

On June 15th, 2020, I virtually went to Jamaica, Barbados, Atlanta, Georgia, and came back here to Belize to gather some amazing fathers who are willing to share tips, lessons…

7 Year Chloe Draws a Prophetic Art Piece

June 11, 2020

My 7 year old daughter, Chloe, drew a picture and told her mom that she had a word from God about what she drew. She said ‘my picture is about…

A World of Unrighteousness

June 10, 2020

No, I am not talking about the latest movie, or even the state of our world right now. I am talking about your tongue.Compared to other things that are considered…

NEW MUSIC RELEASE: More of You Feat. Alysia Norales

June 9, 2020

Music, Press Release, Stories

Mervin Budram – MD Releases his latest 2020 Gospel soca song titlted “More of You.”

Creative Monday Discussion w/ Mervin Budram (June 8th, 2020)

June 9, 2020

On June 8th, 2020, I was joined by Steve Castillo IT Technician at the University, Al Obando producer, a musician with The Garifuna Collective, and Dale Hulse owner of Covenant…

Creative Monday Discussion w/ Mervin Budram (June 1st, 2020)

June 3, 2020

On June 1st, 2020, I was joined by Albert Garcia director of Educo Gym Belize, Tom Sharp, and Brent Heavener as we discuss how to stay physically, mentally, and spiritually…

Belize Virtual Music Festival

May 2, 2020

Events, Stories

Mervin Budram – MD performed the Belize Virtual Music Festival on May 1st, 2020 along with other popular Belizean artists such as Nello Player, Denise Castillo, J Cas, Sam Harris, Ardian “Doc”…

People Like You…

April 23, 2020

My parents raised us to respect all people, cultures, and religious beliefs. It didn’t matter who the person was, what their life circumstances dealt them, or what they believed; we…

Step Out

April 20, 2020

I’ve been thinking a lot about what one of my mentors spoke to me years ago. He said, “Mervin step out and do what God has placed in your heart.”…

Jamerican Gospel Show Live Stream Concert

April 19, 2020

On Saturday, April 18th, 2020, Mervin Budram – MD joined over 25 artists and performers from over several regions in the world for a live stream concert. Countries represented included…

Gospel Choice Music Award Finalist Round

April 16, 2020

Press Release, Stories

Mervin Budram – MD made it to the finalist round for the Atlanta Gospel Choice Music Awards in the International Artist of the Year category. YEA!!! Thank you to everyone…

Together Let’s Rise Telethon to help Belizeans affected by COVID19

April 16, 2020

On Wednesday, I was driving, praying and asking God how can I do more to support those who are being affected by COVID-19. I barely finished praying when a friend…

Live Quarantine Concert

April 11, 2020

I was asked by Channel 5 Television to do a mini-concert & spiritual exhortation; which they aired in Belize on Good Friday. For those who did not get to see…

Mervin Budram – MD Nominated for the Atlanta Gospel Choice Music Awards

March 13, 2020

Press Release, Stories

Mervin Budram – MD was nominated for the 2020 Gospel Choice Music Awards for two categories; International Song of the Year and International Artist of the Year. The Gospel Choice…

Mervin Budram Featured on Carigospelmusic.com

January 11, 2020

Press Release, Stories

On January 8, 2020, Carigospelmusic.com published an article about Mervin titled ‘MERVIN BUDRAM – A GOSPEL MINISTER IN ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE.’ The article give’s a great summary of Mervin’s…

Is Hunger Enough?

November 11, 2019

Is hunger enough to succeed? In this episode, Mervin shares a story about his music student and the lesson learnt from a classroom experience.

The Exodus Journey

October 21, 2019

Freedom is very important to God. It was so important that it was a major part of why Jesus came. For the past couple weeks we’ve been talking about the…

Mervin Budram & Joshua Ali at the Night of Worship 2019 (Dangriga)

September 21, 2019

On September 21, Mervin Budram & International Gospel artist, Joshua Ali, traveled to Dangriga for a Night of Worship at Faith Family Worship Center. Mervin opened the night with worship…

National Day of Prayer 2019

September 15, 2019

On September 15th, 2019 The Belmopan Area Church & The Belmopan City Council hosted the annual worship & prayer service for the National Day of Prayer at the Belmopan Comprehensive…

September 10th: Belize Celebrates Battle of St. George’s Caye

September 11, 2019

On September 10th, Belize celebrates the Battle of St. George’s Caye. This is the time of the year when Belize clothes itself with its patriotic colors: blue, white and red.…

Innovate Belize Summit 2019

August 29, 2019

Business, Press Release, Stories

On August 15th, 2019, The Founder of TAS Belize Limited Mr. Mervin Budram, A YLAI Fellow, as well as William Neidlinger of Banyan Tree Global from Boston; with the support…

Georgetown Community Outreach

August 26, 2019

Community Outreach, Stories

On August 24th, 2019 MD and the R1pple 3ffect Band had the great opportunity to go into Georgetown Village, A Garifuna community in the southern part of Belize, and serve…

Mervin Budram – MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band Opened for Christafari Band

April 2, 2019

On March 30th, Mervin (MD) Budram and his band, The R1pple 3ffect band opened up for the popular gospel reggae band, Christafari at the BTL Park in Belize City. A…

Music & Life Podcast Episode 17: Interview with Emrand Henry, Joshua Ali, & Joel Ali

March 25, 2019

Be Encourage, Stories

Tune in to this week’s episode of Music and Life as we’re joined by Emrand Henry, Joshua Ali, and Pastor Ali! You’ll hear how they got started along with some…

Music & Life Podcast Episode 16: Interview with Jenny-Lee Cruz

March 3, 2019

Join MD & Alida Sharp as they have a conversation with an upcoming Christian artist and current Queen of the Bay. Her Graciousness Jenny-Lee Cruz. Subscribe NOW to Music &…

Mervin Budram – MD nominated in the Antigua & Barbuda Gospel Music Awards

March 1, 2019

Click here to vote Mervin Budram – MD, a member of Roots & Honor Music Group, is once again representing Belize in an international music award. MD was nominated for ‘Songwriter…

Launch of Marie Sharp’s new pineapple habanero sauce called Pure Love

February 18, 2019

On February 14, 2019, the U.S. Embassy hosted the launch of Marie Sharp’s brand new “Pure Love” pineapple habanero pepper sauce that aspires to combat gendered based violence against women…

The Barbados Gospel Music Festival 2018

May 31, 2018

Community Outreach, Stories, Travel

On May 17th, 2018, Mervin Budram – MD & Alida Sharp headed to Barbados for a two weeks ‘Love Better Outreach.” The outreach included performances at the Barbados Gospel Music…

Mervin Celebrating Five

July 7, 2017

In a time where divorce in on an all-time high, Mervin is excited to share yet another anniversary with the love of his life, Ruth Budram. Mervin and Ruth got…

2017 Global Day of Prayer

June 5, 2017

On the Fourth (4) of June, the Belmopan area churches gathered for the 2017 Global Day of Prayer on Pentecost Sunday, to lift up one another and the country of Belize in…

Mervin Featured in Glory Caribbean Christian Magazine

June 5, 2017

On May of 2017, Mervin had the opportunity to travel to Barbados to speak at a Youth With a Mission DTS. There he met Ms. Murray who did an exclusive…

Fire From Heaven Concert with Neesha Woodz, MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band

May 20, 2017

On May 19th and 20th at the National Agriculture and Trade Show Grounds in Belmopan there was held a youth gathering event hosted by Jeremiah Asomugha Ministries and Extreme Faith…

Delil Academy Concert in Dangriga 2017

April 8, 2017

Community Outreach, Stories

On April 6th, 2017, MD took the stage at the Delil Academy school concert. The concert took place in Dangriga Town at the Catholic Parish. MD took the stage leading…

MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band at the 2017 Belize Gospel Expo

March 21, 2017

Events, Stories

The Belize Gospel Expo 2017 was definitely one to remember as people from all over Belize crowded the National Agriculture and Trade Show Grounds in Belmopan. The event was packed…

MD & The R1pple 3ffect at Light Up The City Pt 1

February 20, 2017

On Saturday February 18, MD and the R1pple 3ffect Band traveled to Belize City for a fundraiser concert for Integrity radio, Light Up The City Concert. The roster was filled…

Worship Night in Dangriga with MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band

February 18, 2017

On February 11, MD and the R1pple 3ffect Band traveled to Dangriga for a worship night at Faith Family Worship Center. The Holy Spirit moved in the hearts of the…

MD & the R1pple 3ffect Band at Strongman Conference 2017

February 7, 2017

MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band ministered in prophetic worship at the Belize Strongman Conference. Over 100 men gathered at Baptist Training Center in Camalote village for a weekend of equipping…

MD at Maud William High School Belize City

January 21, 2017

MD was invited by Pastor Ruth to share his music to over 300 students from Maud William high school in Belize City. Pastor Ruth & her ministry reaches out to…

The Story Behind We Believe in Belize

September 13, 2016

Stories, Videos

MD Released Take The Praises Higher Featuring Stephen Murphy

July 26, 2016

Music, Stories

There is POWER in our praise & worship and MD and Stephen Murphy is reminding the church of this truth through MD’s latest single “Take The Praises Higher.” Scripture is filled…

MD Joins Exceed Talent Agency

July 22, 2016

MD recently became affiliated with Exceed Talent Agency (ETA). MD is passionate about sharing the Gospel of the Kingdom to those who need it and the vision and passion of…

Legacy Summer Conference 2016

July 18, 2016

Mervin & Ruth are the directors for Legacy Youth Movement, an interdenominational, nonprofit Christian youth organization geared toward equipping, empowering and mentoring youths within Belize and beyond; It’s our desire…

Mervin on Life Uncommon Tv Show

June 15, 2016

Happy Faher’s Day from the Mervin Budram Team. We are excited to share that Mervin was able to join a panelist of Belizean men to talk about fatherhood & the…

Belize Guatemala Joint Worship

May 29, 2016

Mervin had the honor of being apart of the joint Belize and Guatemala Worship team. Leader from Belize went to the Western Border to meet with pastors & leaders from…

Break Free | The Musical Journey

April 3, 2016

MD released his debut album ‘Break Free’ on April 2, 2016, at Bethel Discipleship Church in Belmopan. Friends, supporters, and fans gathered at 7 PM to experience the musical journey…

Beware of traps disguise in the form of SAFETY

February 28, 2016

This past week I had the opportunity to interview a young Belizean entrepreneur in Hopkins village and hear his story and strategy to improve the lives of many Hopkins residents.…

Draw Near to Yahweh

January 4, 2016

Christmas is over, the New Year is here and quite frankly for some of us, we’re not quite ready for it all. Can time just stop for a little moment? Can…

MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band Love Feast 2015

December 15, 2015

The year is quickly coming to an end and many are gearing up for the Christmas followed by the New Year. This is the case for MD and The R1pple 3ffect…

Mervin Budram featured on the cover of KingdomExe Magazine

May 6, 2015

MD is featured in KingdomEcec Magazine May/June 2015 edition which will be available May 11, 2015. Here’s an insert from them “Kingdomexec. Magazine is excited to release the official cover…

MD & R1pple 3ffect Band at Faith Assembly of God Church

May 4, 2015

The Giant Slayer crew was welcomed by Pastor Evans at Faith Assembly of God Church in Dangriga where they shared the love of Jesus through worship and their personal testimonies.

Giant Slayer Tour [Dangriga]

May 3, 2015

MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band is touring Belize along with David Smith, Omar (MessNjah) Petillo, Pastor Winford Smith, and others.

MD & The R1pple 3ffect Band at the 2015 Belize Gospel Expo

March 28, 2015

We had the honor and privilege of ministering at the 2015 Belize Gospel Expo. We performed with passion as we wore our Giant Slayer Tees The theme of this year’s…

Mervin Budram Birthday Bash with the R1pple 3ffect Band

March 21, 2015

March 16th is Mervin’s official birthday and he have lots to celebrate. WOW! 32 years of God’s miracle of life, 4 years of R1pple 3ffect Band. 3 years of Roots and…

Break Free Album Story

March 15, 2015

Mervin opened the journal of his life and extracted Break Free – his personal life journey of God’s relentless love, patience & commitment to mankind. BREAK FREE ALBUM This album…

R1pple 3ffect The Name

December 20, 2014

It’s said that at any given time, 3 people is watching your life and 3 people is watching each of those 3 people who’s watching your life… SO 1 can…

Where I’m coming from?

July 31, 2014

I think a lot and something I’m told too much LOL. I’ve decided to write out some of my thoughts & share with the world. I’ve been asked, “Where did…

It Boils Down to Love

July 29, 2014

I saw it clearly. Jesus was hanging on the cross with all the sins of mankind desperately clinging on to Him. Each sin anxiously tried to secure a place on…

Break Free the Letter by Mervin Budram

July 17, 2014

Be Encourage, Videos