“I am dark, but lovely.” These words resonate with me. In spite of the injustice; in spite of the sideways looks and comments; in spite of the enhanced self-consciousness that comes with being a person of color in the society we live in: “I am dark, but lovely, and the King greatly desires my beauty.”
Read MoreOn July 4, 2016, Christian rapper Lecrae posted on the social media platform Twitter a black and white photo of African slaves in the United States. Lecrae captioned the photo, “My family on July 4th, 1776.” This caused some controversy.
Read MoreIn this edition, we’re asking you to open another eye, to take a different perspective. Here we touch on race, contextualized theology, and a broader image of the body of Christ.
Read MoreEver since I could remember, I’ve been going to church. I knew about gospel choirs and sermons that ended in the pastor shouting about Jesus’ death, resurrection and salvation. When movies depicted Black churches, I felt qualified to judge their performance against the real thing.
Read MoreI’ve come to realize and accept that I am what I call an ‘outdoor Christian.’ Like an ‘outside cat,’ I’m just not suited to be indoors (in a local Church) all the time. I thrive and serve others best when I’m in and out, visiting old friends, meeting new ones, cross-pollinating and making Spiritual connections as I go. And that’s Okay.
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