Overcoming Prejudice: A Discussion with the Rev. Amos C. Brown
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
- The September 2021 digital and print edition of the “Liahona,” The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ global magazine for adults, features a conversation with the Rev. Amos C. Brown about overcoming prejudice. Elder Jack N. Gerard of the Seventy sat down with Rev. Brown in the sanctuary of the Third Baptist Church of San Francisco. Latter-day Saint leaders, including President Russell M. Nelson, have worked with Rev. Brown and others of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to promote civility and collaborate on educational and humanitarian projects. newsroom.churchofjesuschrist....
Thank you Brother, Rev Amos Brown. May all follow your example of Christlike love.
Rev. Amos C. Brown is such a wise man and shares such a great message of love for all people.
He's right! We need to support each other in our lives! Celebrate with each other!
No need for anyone to take shortcuts to importance by elevating oneself above another. - Rev Brown. Wonderful!
I am not perfect, but this short video inspired me to do better and be more kind. I want to be more like Jesus Christ. The two great commandments really are the solution, love God and love our fellow man. We can do it for the good of everyone! Thank you!
Reverend Brown is truly a man of God. He is loving, very intelligent and articulate. Thank you.
Amen.
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I totally love this person's comments. We are created equal, Amen!
Reverent Amos C. Brown is a Soul Brother. Hearts up.
“Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.”
- Acts 14:22
Brother Brown, you are brilliant, full of Light! We love you with our whole hearts. 🤗🙏🏾
He’s an incredible man, this Dr. Amos Brown!!!! I have seen him before, appearing with our prophet and president, Pres. Nelson! He is very loving and committed to the gospel and to serving his fellow man to spread the gospel! He wants to eradicate prejudice and foster loving relationships between all peoples! Thank you so very much, Reverend Brown! And Brother Brown!
How wonderful! Thank you Rev. Brown for your inspired message and your Christlike life and example! I am so grateful for a God in heaven who loves us all and created us all and allowed us all to be part of such a beautiful, vibrant, worldwide family - the family of the human race! Thank you Brother!
I got to use my uncles compumpter to try and listen to Rev. Amos Brown even though I have a hearing prob. Thanks so much. I try to listen. TD here missing my children and grateful for my Uncle we sure love him my children and I most certianly especially do.
Amen! Truly, words to live by! Be kind, do the right thing, communicate with love.
Reverend Brown is spot on. I felt his goodness and wisdom as he spoke.
Yes!
His words are pure inspiration. Only by finding peace and abundance through Christ are we able to shake off the natural urge to put ourselves over others and to exercise unrighteous dominion.
When you understand that God loves you, and you start loving yourself, then you understand that God loves others the same and you should love them as well.
Beautifully said, Victoria! Sister Gledhill!!! Thank you very much!
I agreed with you.
This beloved brother Amos is more a LDS than he realizes.... His congregation is blessed to have him
Why can't he just be a Christian
Worthwhile, valuable. Should be shared.
Thank you Reverend Brown!
Amen. He hits the Bullseye on what drives prejudice and racism. It is focus on one's self. It is fear, and not engaging with others That creates distrust. It is ultimately narcissism. And so, one must know that God loves them it loves them 1st, in order to love others.
Love this!
I love this!
What an interesting, impactful video. Elder Gerrard goes to Reverend Brown’s beautiful chapel in San Francisco with an open heart and honestly inquires about what needs to change. This conversation is useful for everyone.
Love love love this
I just love this man. So grateful we've been reaching out more.
Beautiful message, thank you for the message all those involved. God Bless.
That was beautiful.
Beautiful interview!
Rev. Amos C. Brown. God Bless You, Sir!! Lets do this together!
My friend made me a t-shirt that says "together we rise" and shows different colors of hands. If you want I'll let you know where I bought it. I love that we respect each other while having different religious beliefs and being different in other ways. One thing we have in common is that were both mothers. We also lived in the same city.
Thank you so much for sharing this message it’s very Powerful 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I enjoyed that interview. That Reverend is really a follower of Jesuchrist.
Very good message, brother!
What a man! I learned a lot from him.
Beautiful video
Love Rev. Brown! He is kind, wise, and loving.
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Thank you my god
Motivating and well said. Love. Understand. Communicate. Be kind. Leave people better than they were.
No truer words said 💓 a very wonderful message! 💖💖
Wonderful insights.
Amen Brother
"First, a regular person should be good to himself or herself by knowing that God loves them and they don't have to take shortcuts to importance or to be mean to others by elevating oneself over others. They just need to say 'I am going to use what I have for the good of others and not just for myself.'. Many people are dying spiritually because they're only focusing, in a narcissistic way, only on their own self and never are concerned about the welfare of other selves."
Amen
Wonderful!
Amen yes we are one being yesss
Beautifully said!! Love this - What I don't understand are the numbers of thumb downs - I really don't
Thumbs up....I feel for those unguiltyones suffering.. trully do
If you want to see what Christianity is, this video will surely show it to you. When 2 or more great men and congregations join forces of good, it will cut a wide swath. Our Savior is very pleased!
Systemic racism is no longer an issue. Even the slightest hint of racism in our government systems is quickly dealt with. The racism that does exist is in our minds, in our thinking. You can't legislate what people think. I agree with Rev. Brown. I believe that racism is a moral issue and that religion is the answer, the best way to combat it.
I must tell you as a faithful LDS and black member systemic racism does exist. Stop looking at life experience from your point of view. I dealt with racism several days ago in Georgia when I was refused entry into Kroger by a white male employee because I didn't have a mask on. I ask where is the sign that says all people need a mask to enter, he then pointed to a sign. I said that sign is not in the front it's in the back. I placed my mask on without any argument or anything. When I walked into the store I a saw all these white folks with no masks on at all. I took pictures and video. All the blacks folks I saw had a mask on. I reported this to the manager and she apologize by saying there must of been a miscommunication. She looked for the employee. I then contacted corporate headquarters who is now investigating the incident. Racism excist it's not something you run into every now and then.
I have a friend (white girl) that teaches in an inner city school. She teaches a classroom full of black students. When George Floyd happened, she asked them how bad it really is out there. She then asked for a show of hands how many of them had been called the "n" word that month. Every hand went up. She said to lower their hands if it was another black person that said it. No hands went down. Those that are blind to racism choose to be blind, but the truth will all be made known one day and those that sought truth and reconciliation will be justified.
@@ddrummerman1 Sadly, the n-word is so pervasive in modern culture, in every African American rap song, comedian presentation, and even in so many conversations. Until that is changed, it probably will not go away, although I wish it would. We can do much better.....
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The first time I heard Rev. Brown quote the lyrics of "Come, Come Ye Saints" for memory, it brought me to tears and now, years later, it still gets to me how he has taken this hymn to heart. I wish the LDS church would similarly embrace hymns from the black gospel tradition which are more energetic and joyous and less somber.
I’m thinking you don’t know a lot of LDS hymns if you refer to them as being somber and not joyful! They (tabernacle choir) did cover a few black gospel songs but you need to remember the church music has a sound of its own and should be appreciated as other denominations have their different styles as well…I personally prefer the reverence of our music because it’s one of the major ways I hear the Lord’s voice…worship music doesn’t always need to be loud and is a bit of a turn off for me personally…it’s not what I’d want to hear early Sunday morning or during conference…maybe during a concert would be the perfect occasion 👍🏻
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there are so many other very important topics and issues that need attention. why is it that we are constantly being lectured about racism ?
Reread all the comments here and you will see racism is still very alive and well and it's burning with a fever pitch. If giving special attention to a race of people that unitedly (in this country and around the world) feel that they are marginalized makes you angry and fills you with a contentious spirit, I would invite you to consider who you're currently enlisted to fight for. Like in the premortal existence, there are only two sides...
@@ddrummerman1 I grew up in America in the 80's and 90's and never felt even a hint of racism from either white or black people, or Asian or middle-eastern or any other race for that matter. We watched black families on TV and never categorized them by race, only as people. We never felt that race was an issue, until very recently. It was not until very recently that race became such a huge issue again after it had largely been non-existent in the general population. Now, somehow, it has become a defining issue again. Why do you think that is? It seems strange to regress, doesn't it? All of this rhetoric seems to be pulling us apart, making people feel "other-ed", and begin to define themselves by their skin color again, which is not a good thing. As the pastor said, we are all children of our Father. WE are all of the same family. I've always felt this way, but it seems the media has made a major shift lately...........
I'm 21 and I've never seen even a hint of racism other than online, yet I'm constantly told I'm a racist and my friends are racist and everyone around me are racist. I have a really hard time with the focus the church is putting on this. Going so far as to give millions to a POLITICAL group that spreads lies and hate about people instead of trying to bring people together. I've gotten a lot of grief for my opinions on this, but I see the church making statements of blame and shame, and supporting groups that I would not be comfortable supporting on moral grounds. I have prayed for understanding, but I do not feel the spirit when these subjects come up.
Amen.
I agree with you, but what the Church is doing is taking the higher ground and trying to build positive relationships instead of being critical.
I feel your pain. It's clear to me there is a lot the NAACP does that is damaging and dishonest. Amos spreads the gospel of Christ, which is a good work. I like to think of DC 82:22-23 in these situations. Getting that scripture right is a fine line to walk but something to consider in your spiritual struggle.
Just because you find common ground and befriend someone as an ally doesn’t mean you agree with or are condoning everything they say or do. If we don’t make friends with each other we can’t influence each other.
I feel like I've had a similar experience. I have struggled with this and other issues more than ever before as a member of the church. I am finally finding peace and hope and inspiration in one thing. In my observation, the first presidency is leading out and setting an example of how we can focus on things that unite us with others, rather than emphasizing those things that divide us. I haven't heard any statements from church leadership that adopt what others claim to be truth. They instead declare truths we can agree on. For example, racism is evil and should be condemned. I think this video is a good example. I don't think there is anything in this video I would disagree with. If church leadership chose to condemn any error, overthrow or rebel against oppressive governments or government actions, I believe that the mission of preparing the world for the second coming would be compromised. By focusing on unity through truth, we unite with the world and serve to prepare it for the second coming of Christ...which I hope is sooner than later. If this doesn't resonate with you, keep praying. There is no shame in asking questions and seeking understanding.
I subscribed for him too. I sure hope he likes that I did it. Td
I love ALL of our precious brothers and sisters here on earth. We are all unique, interesting, talented, personable, valuable to one another and above all else, we are a gift from our Heavenly Father to one another. Our Heavenly Father doesn't play games, meanwhile, Lucifer only knows how to play a short game. Yall love one another and keep the commandments. The Lord is closer to coming than we can imagine.
I agree with all that is said but I disagree with some things the NAACP is involved in. They are not a totally benevolent organization by a long shot.
100% agree with you, when I heard the announcement that the church was partnering with them I immediately went to check their website. First thing I saw was a message spreading hate and distrust.
@@shocktnc I've always considered myself to be a faithful church member but as of lately I see things occurring with our leadership that really challenge my faith and question why. I wonder how other faithful members feel about it.
@@carlatamanczyk3891 maybe you shouldn't have any other titles than a child of God and a disciple of Jesus Christ. You clearly have personal views on social and political issues that not everyone agrees with so you feel a little threatened when others don't agree with you. Let go of all those views and see yourself only as a child of God and maybe the fog will clear a little.
@@shocktnc maybe that's just what you chose to see. It's all about the lens through which you see the world. Prejudice and pre-judgment all play a significant role in the way you see and interprete the world.
@@osam6356 Shun all evil. Avoid the very appearance if evil... If I'm not mistaken, we have scripture to that effect. You can interpret that any way you want or just explain it away... that's your chouce.
Love this, so true!
Wonderfully said...Thank you!
This was very good. Reverend Brown would make a great Latter-day Saint. But i figure he is already doing lots of good where he is.
I don't know where all these racist people are. I think it's been overblown. There will always be racism, it shouldn't be, but I don't much care for being told all white people are racist and other colors are not racist. I denounce racism, but it's being made out to be more common than it is. Of course, maybe people aren't as racist where I live. Who knows,
He talks about listening. So many Black people have been trying to tell us that there is still racism occurring every day, in just about every community. It's so important for us to listen to them. They would have a better idea of if racism is occurring, as they notice it much better than we as White people do, because it doesn't affect us personally.
I ask the samething. Where they at? Where the racists at LOL? Theres alot of prejudice towards white folks. But no one talks about it. White folks are guilt tripped so easily its sickening and as a POC I dont respect those who pander to the woke sjw PC nonsense.
@@alihansenmt-bc7237 exactly my thoughs. How do you expect to know when you are not a black person.
@@88amona This is exactly how every white supremacist's hate monologue begins. You find what you want to, and you ignore what you don't want to know. Tread carefully... You're walking in darkness at noon day.
@@ddrummerman1 No, he's saying how almost all of us feel. We don't believe in mistruths, we believe in and love the truth, and seek to find it every day. Discerning the truth is of utmost importance in the world today. :)
Why are they even having this conversation... there is no systematic racism. You don't have to be a poc to know that. Our prophets and leaders are virtue signaling... all people have been persecuted against at one time or another. Let's stop talking about it and love each other like we always ❤ have all my life .
Amen! Let's just love each other like we did and still do!!!!!!!
I have a question is Francis the CEO of United States Corporation company and do ministers get a 501c3 and do ministers and Christian pastors Catholic priests do of y'all get a tax exempt status in our so-called black people Moors in is America a continent North South and Central and are Moors Aboriginal to America andar so-called white people foreigners to America
Dr king is great man but dont sell yourself short rev Amos Brown what you have started can save mankind!
The idea that our church members should go to a notorious and long standing religious champion of homosexuality and gay marriage to obtain spiritual teachings is revolting. Can a teacher who embraces the ways of Sodom show men the way to the same God that hated and destroyed that foul city?
Do we no longer believe Paul, or even common sense?
2 Corinthians 6:14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
Pharisee much?
Wow brother, you sound like you're on your way out of the faith and that's sad! The minute you stop believing and start questioning the Lord's prophet in guiding his work, that's when you'll find yourself clearly on the path to apostasy. If we believe that the prophet is being guided by the Lord then there was nothing wrong at all with him reaching out to the NAACP and embrace them as our brothers in Christ working together for the common good of mankind, "to build bridges of cooperation rather than walls of separation." Let God be the judge as to what the NAACP's true platform is. Our duty as true followers of Christ is to reach out in love to all his children regardless of what, where, or who they are to share a message of love and peace and help bring all unto Christ! "What I the Lord have spoken, I have spoken, and I excuse not myself;...whether by my own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same." D&C 1:38
@@ovalatoiaivao9728 It is absolutely false that we are blindly accept every action of the president of the church as being from God. No man can be saved who cannot learn to taste truth for themselves, and to determine what is true by the Holy Ghost, for who can expect to live with God the Father for eternity that cannot learn to even discern truth by the Holy Ghost in mortality.
Stop living life like you're a victim, that's how I over came it. I'm not being rude, just telling the truth about it. Racism, discrimination, prejudice is always going to exist. You kill people with kindness and example, not by seeking to destroy and censore those you disagree with. This only breeds more hatred trying to silence others. I would rather have a discussion with a Kkk member and try to reach out with love instead of silencing them.
@Preston Smith elite? I'm sorry but I'm not understanding your comment. I never said anything about elite
Moroni didn't reach out in love to Amalikiah. Nephi didn't reach out in love to Seantum. Helaman didn't reach out in love to Kishkumen. To the unrepentant wicked that shed innocent blood, there is nothing to discuss but the justice required for their actions. You walk a dangerous path of grievous error when you seek to rally sympathies towards a secret combination.
@@ddrummerman1 Moroni actually did reach out in love to his enemies in love often, he gave them the chance to walk away peacefully with a promise of peace. He despised shedding blood and war. It Sounds like you forgot about that part... I agree with the pastor, we do need to communicate with each other in love, often. That is the way to heal this world. Let's follow Christ's doctrine and love our enemies... I would be very, very worried about following someone else's doctrine.
@@starman1910 I said *unrepentant* wicked that shed innocent blood. Zarahemna wouldn't leave with a covenant of peace, so Moroni gave him back his weapons and essentially said we will finish this. Reaching out to a soul who has gotten lost in a cause like the KKK is one thing, but sympathizing with an entire organization like the KKK, whose foundation and existence is in fact a diabolical secret combination sounds dangerously close to "support[ing] or promot[ing] any teachings, practices, or doctrine contrary to those of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints".
Brown needs to come out STRONGLY against the taking of life of the unborn. And...... find scriptural references of God's teaching against "unnatural affection.:
Message to Haitians: U brothers most stop doing black and any magik here in Canada and everywhere so that Haiti may be redeemed. ....am sorry ..
I vote we invite Reverend Brown to speak at General Conference. ❤️
there are no more general conferences. a recorded presentation by definition is NOT a conference.
STOP doing VAUDOU with dolls on us around here and we ll wish u well...I am much suffering from what u Ve done here to give help to a prick SORCIER from Europe to crush my life..GOD BLESS YOU