Name: James M. Riddick

Age: 60

Occupation: Retired

Spouse’s name: Hattie Riddick

Children’s names and ages: James Jr., 23

Church affiliation: Pleasant Shade Baptist Church

People say I look like: Bill Cosby

Favorite movie of all time: “Cherokee Kid”

The secret to happiness is: Jesus Christ

I wish I knew how to: Be more loving

Song I’d love to sing karaoke too: “Don’t Let Satan Steal My Joy”

If I had to eat only three foods for the rest of my life, it would be: Fish, black-eyed peas and rice

Three words that best describe me: Born again Christian

One superpower I wish I had: To be more like Jesus

Book currently on my nightstand: Holy Bible

My proudest achievement: Knowing Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior

My most humbling moment: Preaching the gospel

My most recent trip: Colonial Heights

My life won’t be complete until: I’m with Jesus

My friends think I’m: A wonderful man of God

I really lose my cool when: People don’t receive the gospel message

Favorite college sports team: USC

Favorite pro sports team: Oakland Raiders

Favorite color: Black

What’s the best life lesson you’ve learned and who taught you? Do what I say and you will not get so many whippings – my mother

What’s the best decision you’ve made in life: Accepting Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior

Which local charitable or non-profit organization do you wish more people would support? American Red Cross

What’s your most recent venture? Planning an addition on my house