We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any form of government becomes destructive to these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness. (Declaration of Independence)
One of the most profound religious changes in American life brought about by the Civil War was the formation of independent Black congregations and denominations.
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Dr. Cleo LaRue has collected some African-American sermons from this time period and in the decades following the Civil War. They are in his book The Heart of Black Preaching. You might find them interesting - along with his commentary. From Jerusha
Thank you... Would you have any comments from the book that might be interesting to read?
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