There was a time when the Black Church stood as a moral lighthouse in a dark world; a prophetic voice that called people back to the truth of God’s Word. It wasn’t afraid to confront sin, whether in the culture or within its own walls. But today, a troubling trend has emerged. Some of our community’s most influential Christian leaders have compromised the gospel by aligning themselves with politicians, policies, and platforms fundamentally opposed to a biblical worldview.
Several prominent figures within the Black Church publicly supported Kamala Harris during her campaign. Their support wasn’t shocking; it simply revealed where they stood for years on critical moral issues. These leaders have repeatedly used their platforms to advocate for positions that contradict the teachings of Biblical Scripture- whether it’s the sanctity of life, God’s design for gender and marriage, or the misuse of social justice as a substitute for biblical reconciliation. This is not about political loyalty or personality. This is about truth- biblical truth-and the consequences of abandoning it.
What Are We Endorsing?
When a Christian leader lends their voice to a political candidate, they do more than endorse a person—they endorse the policies, platforms, and ideologies that person represents. So, what exactly are these leaders endorsing as they championed Kamala Harris and her party’s agenda?
- The Sanctity of Life Betrayed Harris’s unapologetic support for abortion-on-demand is well-documented. From advocating for taxpayer-funded abortions to celebrating policies that allow late-term abortions, her record on this issue is not only clear- it’s extreme. During her party’s national convention, mobile abortion clinics were set up to demonstrate their commitment to “reproductive rights.” How can Christian leaders stand in solidarity with such an agenda?
Biblical Truth: Life is sacred. From the womb, every human being is made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27). Scripture declares that God “knit [us] together” in our mother’s womb (Psalm 139:13-16). The Bible is unequivocal: the shedding of innocent blood is an abomination before God (Proverbs 6:16-17). Any endorsement of policies that promote abortion is an endorsement of rebellion against the Creator.
- The Celebration of LGBTQIA+ Ideology: Liberals have also been a staunch advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights, including taxpayer-funded gender reassignment surgeries- even for incarcerated individuals. Policies like these distort God’s design for humanity and lead to further cultural confusion. Some of the very Christian leaders who supported the left have themselves aligned with or celebrated LGBTQIA+ causes under the guise of “inclusion” or “justice.”
Biblical Truth: God’s Word is clear: “Male and female He created them” (Genesis 1:27). Marriage and sexuality are sacred institutions established by God, designed to reflect His covenant love (Ephesians 5:31-32). Any ideology or policy that seeks to redefine these truths is a direct affront to the Creator.
- The Misuse of Social Justice While Scripture commands us to “act justly and love mercy” (Micah 6:8), many of these leaders have embraced social justice movements rooted in critical race theory and intersectionality. These ideologies prioritize identity politics, victimhood, and power struggles over the biblical principles of forgiveness, reconciliation, and unity in Christ. Rather than pointing people to the gospel as the ultimate solution for justice, they have chosen to partner with politicians whose platforms promote division and resentment.
Biblical Truth: True justice flows from God’s character and is defined by His Word. The gospel reconciles sinners to God and to one another, breaking down dividing walls (Ephesians 2:14-16). Secular ideologies cannot achieve what only Christ can accomplish.
The Consequences of Compromise
This isn’t just about policies. When Christian leaders compromise on the truth, they lead their congregations down a path of confusion and spiritual ruin. Scripture warns us of this danger: “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil” (Isaiah 5:20). Jesus Himself cautioned against false prophets, saying, “You will recognize them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:16).
To support a platform that celebrates the murder of the unborn, the redefinition of God’s design for humanity, and the elevation of man-centered ideologies is to stand in direct opposition to God’s Word. This is not love. It is a rebellion.
A Call to Accountability
To the Christian leaders who have championed these unbiblical ideologies: you are called to a higher standard. Scripture declares, “Not many of you should become teachers…for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness” (James 3:1). By endorsing platforms that celebrate sin, you have not only betrayed your calling—you have led God’s people astray. Repentance is not optional; it is urgent.
And to the congregants who continue to follow these leaders blindly: you have a responsibility to hold them accountable. Stop buying their music, stop attending their churches, and stop promoting their platforms until they return to the truth of God’s Word. Accountability is not hatred; it is love; love for God, love for the church, love for those who have gone astray.
Reclaiming the Prophetic Voice of the Black Church
The Black Church has a rich legacy of standing for truth in the face of adversity. We must reclaim our prophetic voice. We must reject the temptation to align with worldly ideologies, and instead we must proclaim the unchanging truth of God’s Word. Our hope is not in politicians or policies, but in the gospel of Jesus Christ, which has the power to transform hearts, minds and societies.
The time for change is now. It begins with repentance—both for leaders who have compromised and for those who have allowed it to happen without challenge. It continues with a renewed commitment to biblical fidelity, rejecting any platform or policy that stands in opposition to God’s truth.
Let us remember the words of the apostle Paul: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good, acceptable, and perfect” (Romans 12:2). The Black Church must once again become the conscience of the nation, not by aligning with the culture, but by standing firmly on the foundation of God’s Word.
