Symbols of Faith
eBook - PDF

Symbols of Faith

A Lenten Devotional for African American Churches and Families

  1. 62 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Symbols of Faith

A Lenten Devotional for African American Churches and Families

About this book

The Lenten journey demands deep spiritual reflection, yet for many, this sacred time is overshadowed by the "hardcore realities" of life. African Americans often navigate a world confronting issues of racism, economic struggle, and spiritual warfare, which can leave the soul weary and in search of clarity. You may feel pressured to perform or strive for external validation, yet what you truly seek is enduring hope amid suffering and a profound connection to a God who knows and chooses you. Symbols of Faith: A Lenten Devotional for African American Churches and Families is your trusted guide, offering deep spiritual insight rooted specifically in the African American experience. This unique devotional, written by African American scholars, pastors, and lay leaders, is an invitation to go deeper into the forty-day period leading to Easter. You will reflect on Jesus' ministry through the disciplines of prayer, repentance, fasting, and almsgiving, moving beyond mere routine to authentic surrender. Experience transformation by examining vivid imagery drawn from personal narratives, movies, music, and African symbols. The devotions explore concepts such as the dignity of purple and the deliverance of red. This journey calls you to become a radical disciple and an active agent of mutuality, love, justice, and peace. Prepare for the joy of Resurrection Sunday, knowing that even in your lowliness, you are a walking miracle.

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Information

Publisher
Chalice Press
Year
2026
eBook ISBN
9780827235724
Topic
Theology & Religion
Subtopic
Christian Ministry

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Copyright
  3. Contents
  4. Introduction
  5. Starting Anew from the Ashes
  6. Dust in God’s Hands
  7. Seeing the Red-Eemable
  8. Reflection on the Color Black
  9. Noticing Purple
  10. Royal Blood, Redeeming Love
  11. A Sacrifice of Love
  12. Beautiful Contradictions
  13. From Adoration to Action
  14. Hope Amid Suffering
  15. In Search of the Dove: Facing Fear
  16. In the Secret Place with God
  17. A Reflection on Desert Journeys
  18. Into the Wilderness
  19. Eyes Lifted in the Desert
  20. The Real Weight-Loss Plan
  21. Fasting by Faith, Not for Fame
  22. No One Else But God
  23. On the Way
  24. Still Our Refuge
  25. Godspell: Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord
  26. The Passion: We Have Hope
  27. Ben-Hur: Take the Sword Out of My Hand
  28. Lay Not Up for Yourselves
  29. These Praying Hands
  30. I Lift Up My Praying Hands
  31. Palms to Passion: Joy and Pain
  32. Victory in the Palm
  33. Jesus Washed Their Feet: A Model for Service
  34. In the Season of Unleavened Bread
  35. Unleavened Bread: A Symbol of Remembrance, Resistance, and Renewal
  36. Not My Will But Thine
  37. Lifting Up the Cross
  38. Suffer Much
  39. Witness of the Lily
  40. Consider the Lilies of the Fields
  41. Persevering Faith in Times of Trouble
  42. Following at a Distance
  43. Expect God’s Provision
  44. African American Heritage Hymnal Litany 67: Holy Week
  45. A Crown of Thorns
  46. Take Up His Cross
  47. Seven Last Words
  48. Maundy Thursday: Our Mandate for This Day
  49. Forgiving and Moving Forward
  50. The Scars Tell a Story
  51. The Tomb is Empty
  52. Belonging
  53. Back Cover

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