Tag: Christianity

As Black folks, we have no shortage of sayings passed down as gospel, especially those heard growing up in church. From "God don't like ugly" to "cleanliness is next to godliness," these sayings were repeated so often we never questioned their biblical origins. While these generational words of wisdom certainly put the fear of God in our hearts, much of it isn't actually Scripture. Many sayings were rooted in the general idea of Scripture, borrowed from historical teachings, but remixed for easy digestion or simplified over time.

For generations, Black churches have served as pillars of faith, activism, and community. But like any institution, they have also faced moments when trusted leaders became the center of deeply troubling allegations and public scandals. Each controversy sparked difficult, necessary conversations about power, vulnerability, and trust within the sanctuary.

America has military advisers. Economic advisers. National security advisers. But perhaps no adviser deserves greater scrutiny than the person entrusted with shaping the spiritual conscience of the Commander in Chief.

TikTok's 2025 Rapture meme blended prophecy, fear, and humor. A pastor's claim of Jesus' return on Sept 23, 2025, went viral. Content ranged from prayers and scripture to dream diaries, countdowns, and satirical takes, including Anita Baker's "Rapture" album. The trend sparked faith content and "end-times anxiety."

Toni Braxton called the Bible "written by racist white men" during an exchange with her sister Tamar, sparking backlash and highlighting their ongoing public tension, especially as Tamar expresses her faith. The internet is divided, with some defending Toni's critique of institutional religion.