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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: Misogyny, Sexual assault
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
I’m inspired to reflect on my own personal theology
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review purposes. I was not required to write a positive review, and my thoughts here are my own.
Candice Benbow is here to shake the table.
In her first collection of essays, Benbow takes us through the foundational life experiences that have shaped her theological perspective, the titular Red Lip Theology, with deep empathy, sharp humor, and a slick mouth. She will have you snapping your fingers in agreement, arguing with her interpretations of the Bible, and going, "Oh no baby, what is you doing?" through this account of some of her formative experiences, her life's challenges and heartbreaks, and the community that has been integral to her survival.
While she pulls no punches here, Candice also approaches this work with compassion and empathy for herself, and for Black women everywhere. Her writing is thoughtful and intentional, and at moments caused me to pause and reflect on the depth behind her words. She challenges several theological ideas in ways that may leave you nodding , "I'd never considered that perspective before," and/or saying, "Okay girl, if you like it, I love it."
I think this collection of essays is important, because it gives voice to a lot of the perspectives that Millennials are wrestling with as we come into our own faith in a world that has shifted significantly in our lifetimes. I'd consider this as a must-read for anyone in the deconstruction/reconstruction part of their faith journey.
Candice Benbow is here to shake the table.
In her first collection of essays, Benbow takes us through the foundational life experiences that have shaped her theological perspective, the titular Red Lip Theology, with deep empathy, sharp humor, and a slick mouth. She will have you snapping your fingers in agreement, arguing with her interpretations of the Bible, and going, "Oh no baby, what is you doing?" through this account of some of her formative experiences, her life's challenges and heartbreaks, and the community that has been integral to her survival.
While she pulls no punches here, Candice also approaches this work with compassion and empathy for herself, and for Black women everywhere. Her writing is thoughtful and intentional, and at moments caused me to pause and reflect on the depth behind her words. She challenges several theological ideas in ways that may leave you nodding , "I'd never considered that perspective before," and/or saying, "Okay girl, if you like it, I love it."
I think this collection of essays is important, because it gives voice to a lot of the perspectives that Millennials are wrestling with as we come into our own faith in a world that has shifted significantly in our lifetimes. I'd consider this as a must-read for anyone in the deconstruction/reconstruction part of their faith journey.
hopeful
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inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
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inspiring
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Firstly if the title itself doesn't make you want to read the book then I don't know what will because it's the title that got me. I got into the book with no high expectations as I did not know what to expect but what I found was both educational, educating and reflective. In the book written in essay form tackles themes such as heartache, loss, forgiveness, and sexuality, . Such an eye opening collection.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. from Convergent Books Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
I received a complimentary copy of this book. from Convergent Books Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
This book spoke to my Church girl soul. She calls out the many inconsistencies and the blatant misogyny for those of us that were raised in the church well into adulthood. In as much as I could not relate to my last read, there was so much I could relate to In this one.
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informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Candice has such a beautiful voice. The way that she describes the interaction between Spirituality (specifically Christianity), and Black womanhood is intimate and demands attention. I definitely recommend this to anyone, but especially Black people that have a history/relationship with the Church.