EB Dubois says that blacks in America struggle with a double consciousness. He defines double consciousness as the feeling of always looking at oneself through the eyes of others, of measuring one's soul against a world that looks on with amused contempt and pity. This is precisely one of the reasons why black people must renew their minds with the word of God. The Bible tells us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Therefore, we should think of ourselves based on what God says about us in His word. Although man can kill the body, he cannot kill the soul (Matthew 10:28). As I preach the word of God to black people I can remind them of who they are in Christ. When you know who you are in Christ, you are empowered in the face of racism. The Bible is full of liberating texts for Black people, so I must be intentional in selecting them and making appropriate application to current situations. I need to stay up to date on social issues that affect black people. An effective minister must have a Bible in one hand and a newspaper in the other. How can I empower Black lives if I am not aware of what is happening in their lives? Another way I can empower Black people in my congregation is by educating them about finances, homeownership, self-esteem, and sexual health, just to name a few. I realize that the church cannot meet all of the needs of black people, however if it focuses on one of these areas, it will empower them in that area. My practice