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Let's Give the Dream New Life Charles GilmerPersistent recurrences of racial incidents and the public debate over welfare reform and affirmative action continue to engage the American consciousness with the question of race. What has become of Martin Luther King's dream?
The Truth About Jesus Charles GilmerDevotion to Jesus has been a large part of the African-American experience. The black church has been and continues to be a powerful force in the African-American community. But many are questioning the propriety of African Americans following Jesus. Should black people follow this Jesus?
Fisher of Men Herbert H. Toler, Jr.The alienation of African-American men from the churches of their communities is perhaps the single greatest tragedy facing black America. "While 75 percent of the mosque is male, 75 percent of the black church is female," laments Jawanza Kunjufu, author of Adam Where Are You?: Why Most Black Men Don't Go to Church.
Paul's Letter to American Christians Dr. King's imaginary letter from the pen of the Apostle Paul.(November, 4, 1956)
Loving Your Enemies Sermon delivered at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, Montgomery, Alabama.(November 17, 1957)
Letter from the Birmingham Jail Dr. King's famous letter to fellow clergymen.(April 16, 1963)
Address at March on Washington Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech.(August 28, 1963)
I See The Promised Land Dr. King's last sermon, also known as "I've Been To The Mountaintop."(April 3, 1968)
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