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About Naiomi Gonzalez

Naiomi Gonzalez is still trying to figure out God’s calling in her life. She has an MDiv from Brite Divinity School, an MA in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies from George Mason University and an MA in History at Texas Christian University. She has a variety of interests, but she is particularly passionate about exploring the ways in which Christianity has historically and into the present day been used to both justify and resist state violence, racism, and injustice. Her blog can be found at faithfullyradicalchristian.wordpress.com View all posts by Naiomi Gonzalez →

I Refuse a Naive Unity with Christian White Supremacists.
by Naiomi Gonzalez

Immediately after the Nov 6, 2020 election, many well meaning, but naive, predominantly white progressive religious leaders were advocating for “unity.” But Black and brown people knew better. We understood that unless Trump and his most ardent supporters were held accountable for the pain and suffering they caused, that things would only get worse. Most of … Continue reading I Refuse a Naive Unity with Christian White Supremacists. →

God is In Control is Not an Excuse for Inaction
by Naiomi Gonzalez

Throughout the hellish week that was Election Week, some Christians relied on numerous platitudes to help navigate the various emotions and tensions they struggled with. One common platitude, mentioned by Christians across the political and theological spectrum, focused on God’s sovereignty. I saw numerous Facebook posts, Instagram memes, and tweets expressing a variation of “No … Continue reading God is In Control is Not an Excuse for Inaction →

Christian Unity Doesn’t Mean Avoiding Political Realities
by Naiomi Gonzalez

As November 3rd draws nearer, I hear not only an increase in the bitter and divisive political rhetoric as Biden and Trump vie for the presidency, but also pleas on the part of some Christian leaders to focus on “Christian unity.” To be honest, I don’t blame pastors and other leaders for wanting to provide … Continue reading Christian Unity Doesn’t Mean Avoiding Political Realities →

White Christians, Individual Acts of Love Isn’t Enough to Solve Racism
by Naiomi Gonzalez

This proposed solution is based on the notion that racism is primarily about individual acts of hatred. It is part of the American obsession with individualism, an obsession that many forms of Christianity in America share: “if we only faithfully preach God’s love for everyone and get as many individuals as possible to accept it, … Continue reading White Christians, Individual Acts of Love Isn’t Enough to Solve Racism →

Skip the New Year’s Shame
by Naiomi Gonzalez

Content Warning: depression, suicidal thoughts, mental illness New Year, New Me! It’s an annual lie that heaps shame on the heads of those of us who are already doing our best just to survive. I could make up a million resolutions and in a few months I would likely still struggle with suicidal thoughts. still … Continue reading Skip the New Year’s Shame →

White Evangelicals Are Not Being Persecuted this Christmas
by Naiomi Gonzalez

Whether it is a Black Santa at the Mall, brown baby Jesus in the manger, Happy Holidays on a Starbucks’ cup, or Christianity Today calling for the Impeachment and Removal of Trump…Now is a good time to remind white Evangelical Christians, you are not being persecuted this Christmas. You are obsessed with decrying your own … Continue reading White Evangelicals Are Not Being Persecuted this Christmas →