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A Sojourner's Truth: Choosing Freedom and Courage in a Divided World by Natasha Sistrunk Robinson
literarylauren333's review
5.0
Natasha is my classmate from the US Naval Academy. I read this because I was interested in her story. But, I found a tremendously insightful and beautiful story of her journey, the struggles of our current world, and their Biblical parallels.
readsewknit's review
A Sojourner's Truth: Choosing Freedom and Courage in a Divided World by Natasha Sistrunk Robinson uses the biblical story of Moses as a framework for exploring modern-day oppression and redemption for those in marginalized groups. Her life experiences offer additional insight as she draws parallels to Moses' life - the truth of loneliness in leadership, what deserts she found herself in, as well as the importance of spiritual family to help her hold fast to her calling.
As a white woman growing up as the majority culture, I find myself seeking out works by women of color and people of color to expand my worldview and challenge my preconceived ideas. I appreciated how Robinson expands on practical ways to enact restorative justice, such as education, mentorship, and sponsorship. I was convicted by the reminder that, "Vulnerability can be dangerous in the same way water is dangerous. Like water, vulnerability can be the source of cleansing and renewal or it can be the source of drowning and death. But there is something else that is more dangerous than taking the risk of vulnerability, and that is silence." Too often, when I grow uncomfortable, I can escape the hard work, and Robinson reinforces the truth that allies are important and necessary to this work.
This book could be suited for a group study; to help facilitate reflection and discussion, each chapter ends with a reflection question and a scripture meditation, as well as a call to action.
(I received a digital ARC from InterVarsity Press via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.)
As a white woman growing up as the majority culture, I find myself seeking out works by women of color and people of color to expand my worldview and challenge my preconceived ideas. I appreciated how Robinson expands on practical ways to enact restorative justice, such as education, mentorship, and sponsorship. I was convicted by the reminder that, "Vulnerability can be dangerous in the same way water is dangerous. Like water, vulnerability can be the source of cleansing and renewal or it can be the source of drowning and death. But there is something else that is more dangerous than taking the risk of vulnerability, and that is silence." Too often, when I grow uncomfortable, I can escape the hard work, and Robinson reinforces the truth that allies are important and necessary to this work.
This book could be suited for a group study; to help facilitate reflection and discussion, each chapter ends with a reflection question and a scripture meditation, as well as a call to action.
(I received a digital ARC from InterVarsity Press via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.)
rubybastille's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
slow-paced
4.25
Great for leadership development or growing and maturing personal Christian theology, especially for someone new to (and reluctant to read about) American Christianity’s intersection with race.
timhoiland's review
4.0
Using the biblical story of Moses as a guiding motif, Natasha Sistrunk Robinson invites us into her own story as a black leader committed to mentoring others to live lives marked by justice, empowerment, and truth-telling.
melaninmindscape's review
4.0
Check out my review here:
https://melaninmindscape.com/a-sojourners-truth-choosing-freedom-and-courage-in-a-world-divided/
https://melaninmindscape.com/a-sojourners-truth-choosing-freedom-and-courage-in-a-world-divided/
alltheradreads's review
5.0
I loved this book SO much. I highlighted the heck out of it and wanted to soak up so much of Natasha’s wisdom and grace and conviction — her story and her words are mighty and moving. She weaves teaching and Scripture and personal narrative together so well. High praise for this one!
leslie_overbookedsocialworker's review
4.0
A Sojourner's Truth is a thought provoking memoir combined with a study of the story of Moses and the Exodus and African American/ American history. The author weaves her personal story into lessons about race, slavery, redemption, and journeying to freedom and forgiveness. The thought and action questions at the end of each chapter would make it perfect for a group study or to read together with a friend. Thank you Net Galley and Intervarsity Press for a review copy of this thought provoking and transformative memoir.
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