I am Christian
I want to make it clear early on that I am a Christian. For so long I never wanted to call myself a Christian or associate myself with them because of the history of evil that so called Christians have caused/done. As an African American, Caribbean, pansexual woman who uses They/She pronouns it felt like Christianity goes against me.
My belief and faith in God has NEVER wavered in my life. I've wanted to go to church for so long and I finally have. Thanks to my church I have learned that I will be accepted by true Christians and that I can be one as well. I got baptized back in May and that has forever changed my life.
This picture has the definition of Christianity that my Pastor has come up with and I love it. Christianity has everything to do with God and how you walk in this life, not being a part of some religion. All Glory goes to Him! I no longer worry about the judgement...the only one who can tell me anything about myself is God.
Here's to walking this life with God first. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit🙏🏾
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As someone who identifies as an African American, Caribbean, pansexual woman, my relationship with Christianity has been complex. Many face similar struggles when reconciling their identities with faith. It's essential to understand that true Christianity is centered around love, acceptance, and following the teachings of Jesus. For me, the defining aspects of being a Christian involve a commitment to following Jesus, receiving salvation by grace through faith, and embodying actions that serve others. Anthony Langston's definition resonates deeply: being a Christian means engaging in spiritual practices that foster fellowship with God and behaviors that emulate Christ. This perspective encourages individuals to evaluate their faith beyond the historical judgments often associated with organized religion. Furthermore, the journey of faith can significantly influence one's life, offering a sense of belonging and purpose. My experiences in church have taught me the importance of community and acceptance among true Christians, reinforcing that judgment should only come from God. Walking this life with God at the forefront has become my guiding principle, aligning with the core beliefs of many who strive to live authentically. In celebrating our faith and identity, we can cultivate a more inclusive understanding of Christianity, focusing on what truly matters: our connection with God and each other.
Seeing this post now is so interesting to me. God has really done a work in my life. The first couple months of my walk I still held on to identities that weren’t mine and labels beyond simply being a daughter of the most high God, Jesus Christ. I no longer identify as pansexual and I only use she/her pronouns which is a testimony in itself. No one told me to change this (in fact my church didn’t know) however the closer I got to Jesus the more my identity became clear and desires began to change. Like I said in this post the judgement of others doesn’t matter (Galatians 1:10). God is the only one who can tell me who I am and surely He did just that. I have truly been made a new creation in Christ. The woman that wrote this post wouldn’t believe the mighty warrior of Christ she has now become.