Jemar Tisby – Sunday to Saturday

ARTICLE: Calling for a Modern-Day Reformation

March 22, 2023March 5, 2023 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

In a powerful essay author Jemar Tisby asks why many American Christians are not welcoming to the increasing diversity of the country when Revelation 7:9 talks about a diverse multitude standing before the throne of the Lord. As a result, Tisby calls for a modern-day reformation rooted in the image of God. Tisby goes one important step further providing clear, concrete steps such as renewed scholarship, diverse leadership, and making sure our orthodoxy and orthopraxy lineup while pointing out that it starts with us implementing these changes in our communities and organizations. This article is for those that have already have a solid foundation in the image of God and want a deeper dive.

Juneteenth/Podcasts

PODCAST: Juneteenth – Reflection on a National Holiday

June 15, 2022February 19, 2023 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

In an informative and practical 40-minutes Jemar Tisby touches on three reasons why he advocated for Juneteenth to be a national holiday, discusses the historical origins and context of the holiday, lists some unintended consequences of making Juneteenth a federal holiday, and humbly suggests that Black and white people should celebrate the holiday differently.

Articles/Juneteenth

ARTICLE: Why Black and White People Should Commemorate Juneteenth Differently

June 13, 2022February 19, 2023 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

With Juneteenth becoming a national holiday in 2021 author Jemar Tisby suggests that white people should lean towards commemorating the holiday instead of a full-on celebration as a celebration could erase the "suffering and brutality of slavery." Tisby provides several suggestions for celebrating the holiday, including education and supporting Black churches and organizations.

Books/Church History/Racism

BOOK: The Color of Compromise

July 30, 2021November 9, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

To this day church services across the nation are some of the most segregated times of the week. Is this by random chance or was this intentional? Author Jemar Tisby details the sordid history of the American church and its complicity with racism in the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestseller The Color of Compromise.

Justice/Podcasts

PODCAST: What is biblical justice? (Jude 3 Project)

June 7, 2021August 19, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

In a roundtable discussion Dr. Charlie Dates, Dr. Yolanda Pierce, Dr. Nicole Massie Martin, and Jemar Tisby discuss a number of questions regarding justice including what justice is, how to live in tension in a society that will never be perfect and yet as Christians we are called to change, when to use power and/or protest, what reparations could look like and why the Bible provides us with the unique framework to overcome injustice and prevent those in power from abusing it. The highlights include the nuanced talk of violence (18:10) and reparations (32:10).

Books/Racism

BOOK: How to Fight Racism

February 9, 2021October 29, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

How to Fight Racism by Jemar Tisby is a book to help you take the next step when you want concrete, actionable advice and recommendations on how to work against racism. It is a Christian's guidebook on being an anti-racist similar to how Compassion and Conviction is a guidebook for Christians engaging with politics.

Podcasts/Racism

PODCAST: Black Christians, Don’t Negotiate with Your Dignity

November 26, 2020August 21, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

A passionate plea to Black Christians to not negotiate with their dignity. If you want a perspective on the frustrations of Black Christians and the churches response to racism within and outside of the church then this is the podcast for you. This is also a great opportunity to listen and learn what the church can do to address systemic and individual racism.

Justice/Podcasts/Politics

PODCAST: Politics and Origins of Ideology

September 20, 2020August 26, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

Detailing the origins and the evolution of their political ideologies hosts Jemar Tisby and Tyler Burns discuss that as Christians we must be nuanced with our political involvement and, regardless of the party, we must prioritize the poor and the oppressed. Those that grew up in a predominately white church or private school will identify with Burns' story.

Church History/Racism/Shows

SHOW: The Color of Compromise

September 6, 2020September 4, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.com2 Comments

Author Jemar Tisby traces the intertwining of race, the church and politics from the 1400's into the 21st century in his 12-part study series with episodes ranging from 5 to 26 minutes. Tisby clearly shows how racism has been woven into the fabric of American life with the church's explicit and implicit support.

Articles/White Privilege

ARTICLE: The United States of Privilege

August 16, 2020September 4, 2021 SundaytoSaturday.comLeave a comment

After breaking down what privilege means author Jemar Tisby gives Christians ways to engage in their local communities while giving a Biblical framework for understanding privilege and how to use it for good.

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