We are past the point in which the blatant and unavoidable problems that have infected, affected and seemingly characterize the black Americans need to be addressed in a serious manner. Most of these problems have at their center a morality that was once present and readily recognizable in black America, but is sadly becoming increasingly rare. To deal with this inescapable crisis, there should be a focused and concerted effort – originating from within black churches – that renews the hearts and redeems the minds of black Americans. This renewal should focus on Christian moral values as the corrective to the pervading ills that now afflict black America.
Why should this happen through the black church? Because blacks continue to be the most religious group in America – more likely to pray, read the Bible and attend worship services at much greater frequency than their racial counterparts. Further, black churches also have among the highest rates of attendance when polled against other racial and religious groups. As it relates to Christians, moral redemption and regeneration can only happen in and through the church.
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