Ep. 2 ft. Rev. Kristina Sinks: The Impact of White Jesus

Ep. 3 ft. Dr. J. A. Taylor: Black Christians in White Churches

Dr. Theron Williams and Dr. J. A. Taylor discuss the impact of white Christian nationalism and the religion of whiteness on the Black church and community. They explore the historical roots of these ideologies, their manifestation in modern society, and the challenges they pose to racial justice and spiritual integrity. The conversation delves into the role of Christianity in perpetuating white supremacy and the need for a re-evaluation of Black church practices.

Ep. 2 ft. Rev. Kristina Sinks: The Impact of White Jesus

Visit our website: https://www.bibleisblackhistory.com/ Watch and subscribe on youtube: https://youtu.be/ghYhFDDVml8 In this conversation, Dr. Theron D. Williams and Rev. Kristina Sinks explore the implications of the image of White Jesus, discussing its historical context, psychological impact, and its role in perpetuating racial bias and white supremacy. They delve into the significance of iconography in Christianity, the challenges of diverse representations of Jesus, and the broader implications for faith and social justice. Rev. Sinks shares insights from her article on race and iconography, emphasizing the need for inclusive depictions of the divine that reflect the diversity of humanity.

Ep. 1 ft. Dr. Walter McCray: Exploring Black Presence in the Bible

Watch on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO3W80HU5uw In this inaugural podcast of the Bible is Black History Institute, Dr. Theron D. Williams discusses the significance of the Black presence in the Bible with Dr. Walter McCray. They explore the historical context, critique existing scholarship, and emphasize the importance of understanding Black identity within biblical narratives. Chapters 00:00 The Role of Black Scholars in Biblical Studies 12:55 Critique of Black Biblical Scholarship 20:37 The Importance of Collaboration in Scholarship 25:12 Identity and Historical Context in HBCUs 27:51 The Crisis of Black Intellectualism 30:16 The Black Presence in the Bible 34:05 The Authority of Scripture and Black Evangelicalism 38:00 Revisiting the Concept of Gentiles 39:47 The Future of Black Biblical Studies 43:28 Theological Foundations and Liberation Motifs