This Theology Lab episode explores womanist theology, a transformative approach to Christian faith that centers the experiences and voices of Black women. The conversation highlights how womanist theology addresses issues of race, gender, justice, and biblical interpretation, offering a richer and more inclusive understanding of Scripture. Rooted in lived experience and shaped by the pursuit of liberation, this episode invites listeners to reconsider traditional theology and engage faith through a lens of equity and resilience. Ideal for students, church leaders, and curious believers, it provides a thoughtful introduction to womanist perspectives in modern Christianity.

This powerful talk explores the historical relationship between African Americans and the Bible, tracing its roots from early European encounters in Africa to the lived experiences of enslaved people in the Americas. It reveals how the Bible was used to justify slavery and racial hierarchy, yet reclaimed by enslaved Africans as a source of hope, resistance, and identity. Despite being denied literacy, they transformed scripture into a dynamic oral tradition through memory, storytelling, and song. This presentation highlights the enduring legacy of African American biblical interpretation and its ongoing role in shaping faith, liberation theology, and cultural resilience.