The Complicated History of Evangelicals & Slavery

Historically literate Christians are, of course, no strangers to the awkward, embarrassing, and diabolical examples of the church’s failings. Whether it’s the church’s role in promoting anti-Judaism, covering up sexual abuse, or endorsing violence in the name of God, there is no shortage of history to be ashamed of. American evangelicalism is no exception, where discussions about racism and the legacy of slavery have become particularly heated in recent years.