White Evangelicals and Selective Listening
Many white evangelicals only consider Black Christian perspectives on racism when they align with their existing views.
A Black Christian man shares his experience of engaging in discussions about racism with white evangelicals throughout his adult life, noting a pattern of selective listening.
Many white evangelicals only listen to Black Christian perspectives on racism when these perspectives reinforce their existing beliefs.
This phenomenon was observed after the murder of Charlie Kirk, with some conservative white evangelicals hailing him as a faithful Christian and a modern-day martyr.
Texas Republican Representative Troy Nehls said Kirk would have been Jesus’ “13th disciple” if he had lived during biblical times.
Author's summary: White evangelicals often selectively listen to Black Christian perspectives.