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Red Lip Theology: For Church Girls Who've Considered Tithing to the Beauty Supply Store When Sunday Morning Isn't Enough by Candice Marie Benbow
4 reviews
merryfaith's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault, Death of parent, Racism, and Misogyny
readlexread's review against another edition
This was such a beautiful and reflexive tribute to and reflection on loving and losing a parent; loving, leaving and returning to the Black church; loving and forgiving ourselves; faith evolution and transformation; and just an ode to Black women and the sisterhood that maintains us. Candace bared herself in ways that I’m unsure I will ever do. I appreciated this book and her reflections on faith — some that I’ve come to have myself and some that I’m not sure what I feel about them and how they match my own theology and if I agree and I think that’s okay!
I think that some folks expected more of an actual red lip theology but the description gives an apt description of what to expect. This is a memoir of essays and reflections, not a systematic theology text.
“I am honored to be your love made flesh.” This actually brought me to tears.
“I am honored to be your love made flesh.” This actually brought me to tears.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Sexual assault and Misogyny
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
kaitlinlovesbooks's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Infidelity, Racism, Misogyny, and Religious bigotry
britreads's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I believe Candice Marie Benbow’s voice will have a lasting impact on Christianity and the modern. This book centers Black Women and Womanism in ways that the modern Black Church overlook. I resonated with a lot of what Benbow had to say about her experience navigating the patriarchal church, the ways in which it’s healing and harmful and leaves some people behind. As someone deconstruting my own faith and creating a spiritual practice that’s tailored made for me, I loved reading about Benbow walking us through the experiences and moments that shaped her own religious and spiritual practice. I think this is a must read for Black women who are disappointed with the church and seeking a deeper connection with God/The Divine.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Grief, Misogyny, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Racism, and Sexism
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