More Christian Than African American

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Summary: I'm more discouraged than disappointed
Review: From the moment I read the cover and introduction, I was hooked! Kim put in print so much of what I believe and some of what I have expressed openly before. It was VERY refreshing to hear (read) a fellow believer express, without apology or reservation, the Truth. She was candid about her own feelings, beliefs (past and present), issues, struggles, and even her sins. If we of every race and background would be willing to be at least as transparent as Kim was in this book, what a different body of Christ and,therefore, world there would be. For the record, I am not an African American woman. I am classified as "white". This book did not exclude me at all. I was convicted and challenged all the way through. I have recommended it to several friends and family already. In fact, my recommendations were given during the first few chapters. They were extended to male and female, black and white. I believe there is much in Kim's book to offer anyone willing to take the time to read this "easy read". The title could mislead a person. But don't let it. It could read "More Christian than Hispanic", "More Christian than Asian",or "More Christian than Politician". Take your pick. You fill in the blank for yourself. If we profess to be Christian, there WILL come a point and time when God Himself will require us to fill in the blank. As stated plainly by the author, we are either for Him or against Him. Loyalty knows only one master. I applaud the pastor of Kim's A.M.E. church for his convictions and uncompromising presentation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In many branches of "The Church" many (too many) members and visitors alike are hearing, seeing, smelling, tasting,feeling, and living a watered-down version of the Gospel, which has lead us to our present conditon as individuals, a body, a nation, and world. May the Holy Spirit continue to fill afresh Kimberly Cash-Tate AND her pastor for the furthering of Kingdom of God for indeed, it is at hand.

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Summary: Ditto the other comments!
Review: I have never been motivated to take the time to write a review, but this book was well worth taking the time to recommend to others. However, much to my surprise (and delight), Mrs. Tate's book is in no need of additional favorable reviews!

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Summary: An account of Jesus' power to change us and set us free
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this wonderful and beautifully-written book. I, like Mrs. Tate, am a member of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, which widely embraces the practice of incorporating the personal testimonies of God's people into the worship service. I, like many others, derive great benefit from hearing the testimonies of others who are striving to grow and mature under the leadership and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Reading Mrs. Tate's testimony was very timely for me. I am a thirty-one-year-old, caucasian, born-again christian. When I began reading "More Christian Than African-American" I was at a point in my life when I was just on the verge of beginning to, truly, walk in victory. Naturally, the enemy was on the attack, telling me that I had not really grown much at all, trying to convince me that I didn't have much to celebrate. Then, glory to God, I read Mrs. Tate's up-lifting testimony of how Jesus wiped away her sin, delivered her from distasteful & destructive behaviors, set her free from a spirit of un-forgiveness towards whites, and then began using her in a mighty way to uplift His holy name. As I turned the pages of her book, I was reminded of many of the sinful behaviors from which I have been delivered. And, while I know that I have much work to do, Mrs. Tate has encouraged and inspired me to "keep on keepin' on", as her open and frank approach makes her one to whom it is very easy to relate.

Additionally, Mrs. Tate has boldly brought forth a powerful message which instructs all of us to cease from being anything but christian first. I appreciate the way she has dealt with this issue head-on. Those who are mature in Christ and have placed Him as Ruler and King over their ENTIRE being will receive this message as they ought. Jesus really is LOVE. However, I know that some black christians will criticize her for taking this stand, citing former and modern offenses comitted by the white majority and vowing to "stay black" and to keep their churches black. In contrast there will be whites applauding her for this refreshing approach, while waving their "Love" banner and ever-so secretly concealing their fear of black culture as a whole. They will breath a heavy sigh of relief and then flock to their all-white churches, to their comfort zones. Brothers and sisters in Christ, we need to wake up! Thank you Kim Cash Tate for the call! (Thank you Lord Jesus.)

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Summary: Keep it coming !
Review: I've had the wonderful pleasure of not only reading Mrs.Tate's book, but also meeting her in her church home. It was clear why Mrs. Tate was lead to write an account of her spiritual journey. Surrounded by a loving and supportive family at home as well as church only ensures that she's bound for even more writing success. All you "haters" keep those bad reviews coming! This only fuels Mrs. Tate to plow ahead ! Keep it coming, Kim.

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Summary: Great book (from an African American woman)!
Review: This book opened my eyes to all the compromises I was making because of my race in spite of my spirituality. I, too, strive to be a 24-7 Christian. More Christian than African American. I highly recommend this book to people of all races.