Tackling Colorism & Racism in the Christian Faith Community | Podcast Episode

Join Dwana Carl, host of the 'Oiwuri She Encourages' podcast, and her guest Taylor Made from 'This Side of Eternity' as they dive into important conversations on colorism and racism within the Christian faith community. From personal experiences of colorism within their families to navigating predominantly white spaces as believers, they candidly discuss challenges, faith, and the importance of genuine love and understanding. They also tackle the intertwining of faith, race, political affiliations, and the true essence of applying God's word in daily lives. This episode includes personal anecdotes, scriptural insights, and a heartfelt call to action for unity and genuine love among believers. Tune in for an insightful and heartfelt conversation that encourages open-mindedness and growth within the body of Christ.

00:00 Introduction and Observations00:29 Faith Community and Social Media

03:23 Personal Stories of Colorism

10:18 Military Experiences and Racial Dynamics

22:24 Scriptural Insights on Colorism36:33 Discussing the Samaritans and Unequal Yoking

37:17 Personal Experiences and Misinterpretations

39:29 Faith and Political Assumptions

41:14 Scriptural Interpretations and Activism

49:31 The Slave Bible and Historical Context

52:11 Resolutions and Loving Beyond Differences

01:02:55 Challenges of Church and Personal Faith

01:10:34 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics