Regarding Rev. Wright
Rev. Wright is a preacher in the tradition of the prophets, who have provocative things to say that irritate the privileged. When the biblical prophets confronted the leaders of Israel, the voices of privilege did not deeply reflect on their message of judgment. Instead, they condemned the prophets and continued to call for God's blessing on their unjust and idolatrous practices.White people in the US, like people of privilege throughout history, will not gladly hear those who articulate a challenge from the outside of their culture of privilege. None of us likes to hear a word of judgment.
It is difficult for many to hear the truth that may be carried in the provocative message of Rev. Wright. But America needs to hear the voices of those who challenge the American presumption of justice and righteousness. To dismiss such messages reveals an implicit idolatrous assumption that somehow America is above God's judgment.
No nation is above judgment. Americans should take time to deeply listen to what Rev. Wright has to say and entertain the possibility that we are in deep need of repentance because of the violence and racism that infect our nation.
Rev. John McNeill
Methodist Minister
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
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