Black Jesus, The Face of God and You!

There has been much debate over whether or not Jesus of Nazareth was white, black or beige. Frankly, I could care less. However, I do understand the importance of such a conversation.

If you look at most world cultures, their gods often reflect the "predominant" aesthetic of the people. God is Love, Beauty, Intelligence, Grace and Power - it only makes sense that these qualities are exemplified in the "people of God" as well.

The Great Mother

The reason why I work with a BLACK JESUS is because I am a Black Man. So my God needs to reflect ALL THAT I AM as I strive to reflect all that God IS. You see whether Jesus was black, white or beige, the truth remains that it means something to Us to see ourselves reflected in his image and likeness.

The Native Americans have The Great Earth Mother
She resembles her people.

The Buddhists of Asia and India have their representations of Siddhartha Gautama Buddha. He resembles his people.

Siddhartha Gautama Buddha

 This only makes sense. The more you resemble your idea of God. The closer relationship you can have with him/her.

Culture, art and imagery is very important.

The African Yoruba religion has it pantheon of Gods and Goddesses (Orishas) and they look like their people!

Look here at a picture of Olorun - Creator of the Universe!

Olorun, Creator God (Yoruba)

These representations are just that... representations of an ineffable and indescribable abstract we call GOD. Each of them serve as Archetypes to help us get a better understanding of God and how we can relate to it in our daily spiritual walk. 

Wherever you come from and whatever religion you ascribe to, make sure you have a clear "picture" (idea) of God that resembles you and you resemble It. This is very important to your spirituality. 

At The Enlightenment Assembly Spiritual Centers, we teach that - "ye are gods. And you are all children of the Most High!" (Psalms 82:6). Since this is true, shouldn't you look like your Father in Heaven.

Scripture says, "For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known." (1 Corinthians 13:12) This means that when you look in the mirror, you are see God "face to face." You are a perfect manifestation of the Most High, Source Energy we call God. 

Jesus the Christ (Black American)

This is why I choose to work with an imagery of a Black Jesus, not to worship or bow down to an idol but to get a better conception of CHRIST IN ME, THE HOPE OF GLORY. (Colossians 1:27)

I hope you get it!

Reverend Quenton J. Stroud,
Founder/Spiritual Director -

The Enlightenment Assembly Spiritual Center


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