Pass The Mic: Should I Go To Seminary
Jemar and Beau discuss the value of theological training through seminary as well as the various thoughts on seminary as a requirement to ministry. Podcast: …
SAE, Exclusivity, and the Reformed Black Experience
The SAE video has the Black community (Reformed Blacks included) up in arms. Is there an opportunity to take an introspective look at our own exclusivity?
SAE and the Lynching Tree
A viral YouTube video has again brought race to the forefront of the American conscience. Wise words from Jarvis Williams about SAE and the lynching tree.
Pass The Mic: Ed Stetzer
Jemar sits down with Executive Director of LifeWay Research, Ed Stetzer to discuss a number of topics centering around a groundbreaking study of African American …
Most Segregated Hour
We’ve all heard the King quote, but do we know its context. E. Washington offers a historical perspective on Sunday mornings in America.
Biblical Orthodoxy and the Disqualification of Christians from Public Service
Given recent events, does holding a orthodox biblical view automatically disqualify Christians from public service? Nana Dolce reflects on this question.
Will Christians Constructively Converse about Systemic Racism?
A new report by the Department of Justice shows systematic discrimination toward African Americans by the majority white police department. But will Christians constructively converse about racism in its systematic forms?
Racism at the NAACP
Reflecting on disparaging comments at the NAACP Image Awards, Jarvis Williams suggests that we fight racism with reconciling words.
Pass The Mic: Faith And Politics
Jemar is joined by Tyler Burns and Beau York to discuss the 2 topics you can’t talk about at the dinner table: Religion and Politics. …
Why I Married a Black Woman
In 2012, Steven James Dixon, relationship expert and author, wrote a short piece titled, “Why I Married a Black Woman” for Essence. In it Dixon, …
3 Reasons a Post-Racial America is a Myth
Are we really living in a post-racial America? RAAN contributor, John Richards outlines three reasons he believes a post-racial America is a myth.
Pass The Mic: Phillip Holmes
Jemar and Phillip discuss the future as Phillip steps down as Vice President of the Reformed African American Network. Podcast: Play in new window | Download …
One of President Obama’s Greatest Failures as the First Black President
RAAN Contributor, Jarvis Williams, cites what he believes to be one of President Barack Obama’s greatest failures as the first black president.
Pass The Mic: John L. Girardeau
Jemar is joined by professor Otis Pickett to discuss his research on John L. Girardeau and the glaring inconsistency embodied in early 19th century white southern …
Better Than Boycotting: An Alternative Approach to Christians and Bad Movies
Occasionally a movie so morally objectionable comes out that Christians call for a boycott. But there is perhaps an even better approach.
Orthodox Activism- The Church in Pursuit of Social Justice
Right doctrine should lead to right action. But the Church in America has more work to do when it comes to working toward social change at local and national level.
What President Obama Did (and Did Not) Say at the National Prayer Breakfast
Interpreting President Obama’s words about the Crusades, the Inquisition, American slavery, and Jim Crow in the context of his entire speech is essential to understanding his intent.
Pass The Mic: Black History Month
Jemar is joined by assistant professor of history at Calvin College, Dr Eric Washington to discuss the history of African American Reformed theology as well …
A Beautiful Tension
This article explores the tension present in seeking gospel-centered social justice when ministering to others who feel significantly burdened by injustice.
Why I Choose to Use the Word Reformed
In this article, RAAN President, Jemar Tisby, explains why he chose to use the word Reformed when starting RAAN.
