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In the first full-length scholarly synthesis of the African
American Churches of Christ, Edward J. Robinson provides a
comprehensive look at the church's improbable development against a
backdrop of African American oppression. The journey begins with a
lesser known preacher, F. F. Carson, in many ways a forerunner in
the struggles and triumphs awaiting the preachers and lay people in
the congregations to come. Robinson then builds on scholarship
treating well-known figures, including Marshall Keeble and G. P.
Bowser, to present a wide-ranging history of African American
Churches of Christ from their beginnings-when enslaved people
embraced the nascent Stone-Campbell Christian Movement even though
founder Alexander Campbell himself favored slavery. The author
moves on to examine how the churches grew under the leadership of
S. R. Cassius, even as Jim Crow restrictions put extreme pressure
on organizations of any kind among African Americans. Robinson's
well-researched narrative treats not only the black male leaders of
the church, but also women leaders, such as Annie C. Tuggle, as
well as notable activities of the church, including music,
education, and global evangelism, thus painting a complete picture
of African American Churches of Christ. Through scholarship and
compelling storytelling, Robinson tells the two-hundred-year tale
of how "black believers survived and thrived on the discarded
'scraps' of America, forging their own identity, fashioning their
own lofty ecclesiology and 'hard' theology, and creating their own
papers, lectureships, liturgy, and congregations." A groundbreaking
exploration by a seasoned scholar in American religion,
Hard-Fighting Soldiers is sure to become the standard text for
anyone researching the African American Churches of Christ.
When Wilbert Montgomery earned his Super Bowl XLVII ring as
running-backs coach for the Baltimore Ravens in 2013, he was no
stranger to glory. In Philadelphia and elsewhere his legacy still
looms large. Montgomery was the halfback whose touchdown on the
second play from scrimmage and total 194 yards against a stout
Cowboy defense helped spur the Eagles to the 1981 NFC title and
Super Bowl XV. But perhaps even more enduring should be the story
of how this shy but courageous athlete broke down barriers
throughout his life, even before the his time in the NFL. Escaping
an oppressive and impoverished environment in his home state of
Mississippi in the early 1970s, he became one of the first African
Americans to play for what was then Abilene Christian College,
after its all-white coaching staff lured him away from the gridiron
at historically black Jackson State College. Although leading ACC
to a 1973 national title would help catapult Montgomery to a
remarkable pro career, no one before has illuminated the complex
interplay of race relations, sports, and religion in Montgomery's
heroic accomplishments in West Texas and beyond.
In the first full-length scholarly synthesis of the African
American Churches of Christ, Edward J. Robinson provides a
comprehensive look at the church’s improbable development against
a backdrop of African American oppression. The journey begins with
a lesser known preacher, F. F. Carson, in many ways a forerunner in
the struggles and triumphs awaiting the preachers and lay people in
the congregations to come. Robinson then builds on scholarship
treating well-known figures, including Marshall Keeble and G. P.
Bowser, to present a wide-ranging history of African American
Churches of Christ from their beginnings—when enslaved people
embraced the nascent Stone-Campbell Christian Movement even though
founder Alexander Campbell himself favored slavery. The author
moves on to examine how the churches grew under the leadership of
S. R. Cassius, even as Jim Crow restrictions put extreme pressure
on organizations of any kind among African Americans. Robinson's
well-researched narrative treats not only the black male leaders of
the church, but also women leaders, such as Annie C. Tuggle, as
well as notable activities of the church, including music,
education, and global evangelism, thus painting a complete picture
of African American Churches of Christ. Through scholarship and
compelling storytelling, Robinson tells the two-hundred-year tale
of how "black believers survived and thrived on the discarded
'scraps' of America, forging their own identity, fashioning their
own lofty ecclesiology and 'hard' theology, and creating their own
papers, lectureships, liturgy, and congregations." A groundbreaking
exploration by a seasoned scholar in American religion,
Hard-Fighting Soldiers is sure to become the standard text for
anyone researching the African American Churches of Christ.
Marshall Keeble (1878-1968) stands as one of the Church of Christ's
most influential and celebrated African American evangelists. His
impact was felt throughout the South and well beyond as he helped
establish over two hundred churches and baptized approximately
forty thousand individuals during his nearly seventy years of
ministry. His charismatic and dynamic speaking style earned him a
devoted following. Despite his impact on the religious culture of
the South, there has been scant information available about this
extraordinary individual-until now. Edward J. Robinson brings to
light over forty years of Keeble's writings. This collection shows
the human side of Keeble, revealing his concern for the souls of
his faithful followers and the pragmatic way in which he ran his
ministry. The sermons and other writings give great insight into
the struggles of a prominent African American trying to navigate
his way through the challenges of conducting his ministry in the
segregated world of the Jim Crow South. Robinson draws on a variety
of sources in which Keeble was published, including the Gospel
Advocate and the Christian Echo, as well as lectures Keeble gave to
students at Abilene Christian College. Through these pages, the
reader will learn more about this articulate, passionate, and
intelligent man. A Godsend to His People is the first scholarly
treatment of this evangelist and will appeal to those interested in
the history of the Church of Christ and religious studies.
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