Part 1: The Black Woman’s Royal Identity In Christ- 3 Wholesome Blessings of Knowing Whose You Are:The Blessings of Freedom.
Part 1: The Black Woman’s Royal Identity In Christ: 3 Wholesome Blessings for Knowing Whose You Are. Part 1: The Blessing of Freedom
Don’t ridicule me when I dare to ask my black sisters, “Do you know who and whose you are?” I believe most would answer, “Yes! I know who and whose I am.” Though, out of the majority, only a few truly grasp the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of their existence and are aware of God’s unyielding love for them.
I remember the first time I read the famous quote by Marcus Garvey, and it has resonated with me ever since: “A people without knowledge of their past history, origin, and culture is like a tree without roots.’’ Therefore, just as a lily relies on its roots for stability, growth, and nourishment to bloom, so does a woman depend on her historical and biblical heritage for a sense of identity, belonging, purpose, and worth.
Yet, somewhere along the way, an accurate and honest depiction of a black woman’s roots, including her vital relationship with her Heavenly Groom, has been obscured by lies and distortions.
This is one of the many reasons why I enjoy creating content like this: to dismantle the falsehoods surrounding a black woman’s origin, worth, beauty, and identity.
In today’s blog post, I’m sharing part 1 of the 3-part series, “ The Black Woman’s Royal Identity In Christ: 3 Wholesome Blessing for Knowing Whose You Are. Part 1: The Blessing of Freedom.”
So, if you are a black woman reading this post, and eager to learn more about your royal identity in Christ and to recognize your black biblical presence and inclusion in God’s Kingdom agenda, then read on and stay tuned for upcoming articles on this topic.
Disclaimer: Before delving any further, I want to emphasize that neither I nor my platform is attempting to demonstrate or endorse that black is better, nor am I trying to add to the rivalry that exists among ethnic groups. Rather, no ethnicity is holier, more deserving, or more loved by God than the other (Acts 10:34-35, Rom 2:11). We are all sinners in dire need of God’s grace (Luke 13:3, Rom 3:23). However, this discussion arises from the need to address the lost knowledge of our black biblical presence and identity in Christ. As a black woman who grew up in a household seeing my parents worshiping a false god, a rebellious act bred from the whitewashing and misuse of Christianity, it matters greatly that I know whose, and therefore who I am, not only for my life’s sake but also for my future children.
3 Wholesome Blessings for Knowing Whose You Are: Part 1: The Blessing of Freedom
The pervasive whitewashing and misuse of the Bible have led many black men and women to lose sight of who they are, whose they are, and their role in God’s redemptive plan. Sadly, many of us continue to believe that there is no mention or discussion of our black biblical presence. Some still believe that they are God’s afterthought and of lesser importance and value than their white counterparts. These lies will prevail as long as you allow them.
So, how can a black woman liberate her soul from falsehoods concerning her identity, worth, and affiliation with God?
The answer is Christ.
For Christ is truth, and His truth can set us free (John 8:36).
Though the sins of man may tell you that the enslavement of black people was a just and godly act, or that we are of lesser worth, value, and intelligence, or even that we have no home in heaven, God speaks a different reality, one that is accurate, unchanging and beautiful. His truth about His people, including the black nation, encompasses several of the following points:
The diversity of God’s people reflects His creativity, glory, and power (Rom 11:36).
We are all created in His image (Gen 1:26-27; Gen 5:1-2).
We all fall short of the glory of God (Rom 3:23).
We all will perish if we don’t come to faith(Luke 13:3).
Our God does not show favoritism based on external factors such as ethnicity or appearance. Rather, God accepts anyone who fears Him and does what is right, regardless of their skin tone. (1 Samuel 16:7; Acts 10:34-35)
We are all ONE in Christ (Gal 3:28).
The wrath of God will strike all humanity, irrespective of skin color, but those who are saved by faith, irrespective of skin color, will be spared from His eternal wrath (Romans 5:8-9).
We are all loved by God and are equals in His eyes (John 3:16; Gen 1:26-27).
We, too, Christians of African descent, are represented and have a home in heaven (Rev 7:9).
We, too, Christians of African descent, receive God’s grace, and the beautiful gift to dwell with Him in everlasting communal bliss in time to come (Eph 2:8-, Rev 21:2-3).
By knowing whose I am, I became free.
“I am God’s beloved daughter, chosen by grace to fellowship with Him,”
This freedom not only liberated me from death but also empowered me to dispel any derogatory thoughts, misconceptions, and lies said about my worth, beauty, and identity as a black woman.
To my fellow Christian black woman reading this post, I want to remind you that YOU TOO ARE FREE and should exercise this freedom, as well as God’s truth to:
Counteract common falsehoods about your melanin and worth.
Increase your self-love and self-worth.
Most importantly, deepen your love and devotion to God.
The Black Woman’s Royal Identity in Christ: 3 Wholesome Blessings for Knowing Whose You are
Blessing of Freedom Prayer
Dear Father,
We thank You for Your unwavering truth; for following Your truth has broken the chain of false indoctrination regarding our worth, value, beauty, and relationship with You.
Father, we're thankful that we can come to You to find our worth, value, and identity as black women. We were beautifully made by You, Lord. You have intricately woven us in our mother’s womb for Your glory. Nothing within or about us was hidden from Your perfect knowledge. We thank You for giving us an ancestral family of belonging.
Lord, I love being this woman You tenderly made, for if I were to hate my skin, hair, lips, or hips as some fellows of the world would want, I would be hating on You and Your wonderful works; for I was made in Your likeness to glorify You. We’re thankful and humbled to be Your beloved and chosen daughters and to receive the gift of grace through Christ Jesus.
Help us, Lord, to not succumb to the slavery of lies, but to walk fervently and humbly in Your truth. For my FAITH in You is all that matters, and only my relationship with You I joyfully boast in.
Lord, we thank You again for your grace and faithfulness and for making us ALL ONE through Christ Jesus.
In Jesus’s name, we pray, amen.
Next week, I will delve further into this mini-series. Today, we discussed the blessing of freedom received from placing our identity in Christ. Join me in part 2; the ‘Blessing of Purpose.’
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Together, as daughters of the King, we can fully grasp and embrace our royal calling and identity.
