Frederick Douglas: I love the Christianity of Christ: I therefore hate the corrupt, slaveholding, women-whipping, cradle-plundering, partial and hypocritical Christianity of this land.

What I have said respecting and against religion, I mean strictly to apply to the slaveholding religion of this land, and with no possible reference to Christianity proper; for, between the Christianity of this land, and the Christianity of Christ, I recognize the widest, possible difference—so wide, that to receive the one as good, pure, … Continue reading Frederick Douglas: I love the Christianity of Christ: I therefore hate the corrupt, slaveholding, women-whipping, cradle-plundering, partial and hypocritical Christianity of this land.

Does God Approve of Slavery?

Slavery has existed for eons. In fact, it was well-established in the ancient Near East society1 even in days prior the patriarch Abraham (BC 2166-1991).2 Slaves are mentioned throughout the Scriptures. Does God approve of slavery? No. God never condones slavery; instead, the Lord calls people out of this life to a better life without slavery. … Continue reading Does God Approve of Slavery?