Why We Study Black History

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John 1:43-51 describes the calling of Philp and Nathanael by Jesus.

As the Superbowl approaches folks in Cincinnati and Los Angeles have taken great pride in being from there and having their teams in the Big Game. Philp and Nathanael took great pride in being from the city of Bethsaida. They thought that being from Bethsaida made them superior. They believed in their superiority so much that despite learning that Jesus was the one written about by Moses and spoken about by the prophets. Jesus was dismissed by Philip and Nathanael because he was from Nazareth instead of Bethsaida. So, secure in his superiority Nathanael commented about Jesus saying, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”

America in its laws, actions, and attitudes has been saying “can any good thing come from black people?”

This drumbeat of negativity, discrimination, and hostility can eat at the strongest of black people making us feel worthless.

We study Black History to remind ourselves that we are great people with a history worthy of study. No history of America is complete without a study and celebration of the achievements of African Americans.

We study Black History to examine not only our successes but also to remember the times when our nation failed to live up to its creed that all people are created equal. We study Black History because we must pass our story on to the next generation of young, gifted, and back children who will continue to blaze a trail of greatness in an America that will do everything it can to stop their greatness.

Come and join us tomorrow at Greater Saint Peter as we learn more from John 1:43-51 in a sermon entitled Why We Study Black History. Our service starts at 10:00 AM we worship safely in person at 9540 Fayetteville Road in Jonesboro, Georgia. You can also catch us on Facebook at GSP9540. So, until tomorrow, Blessings, Peace, and Love. j

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