TY - BOOK AU - Evans,Tony TI - A survey of the Black church in America: exploring its history, ministry, and unique strengths SN - 9780802425416 PY - 2023///] CY - Chicago, IL PB - Moody Publishers KW - African American churches KW - History KW - African Americans KW - Religion KW - African American leadership KW - Religious aspects KW - Christianity KW - Religion and culture KW - United States N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - "Evans opens our eyes to the black presence in the Scriptures and takes a focused look at the uniqueness and place of the black church. Evans faithfully interacts with movements such as Black Lives Matter, Critical Race Theory, and the 1619 Project. Evans provides a divine, clear, kingdom-focused perspective"--; "If the Bible is allowed to be the standard by which blacks and whites determine truth, then freedom from this moral and racial malaise will be the outcome; for as Jesus taught, the truth has a unique capacity of making people free. Dr. Tony EvansRespected and beloved pastor Tony Evans provides an accessible overview of black church history. Evans opens the eyes of the reader to the black presence in the Scriptures and takes a focused look at the uniqueness and place of the black church. Drawing from stories and historical events, best-selling author Evans addresses the myth of black inferiority and looks at the rise of black evangelicalism. In addition, Evans faithfully interacts with movements such as Black Lives Matter, Critical Race Theory, and the 1619 Project.This timely resource is for anyone seeking unity and understanding. In an age where division and confusion abound, A Survey of the Black Church in America provides a divine, clear, kingdom-focused perspective"-- ER -