“The best formula for a prayer that gives J.O.Y:J- 1st, Pray to JESUSO- 2nd, Pray for OTHERSY- 3rd, Pray for YOURSELFMost people distort the formula by praying selfish prayers for their own personal gains. JYO is not the spelling for joy. In JOY, O comes before Y. It means you pray for OTHERS before YOURSELF.”

Israelmore Ayivor is a Ghanaian writer and cultural critic. His work explores themes of identity, diaspora, and the complexities of Black life in contemporary society, blending sharp analysis with lyrical prose. He is particularly noted for his essays on race, literature, and the intersections of African and global culture.