Sermon

Don't participate in oppression.

Sure! you say. No problem.

First, ask yourself what pay-offs you get (or commercial entities get) when you accept:

• The objectification of women.
• The appropriation of Black culture.  
• The glorification of straight norms.  
• The idea that membership in a religion is moral. 
• The idea that secularism equals rationality.  
• Many other similar activities. . . 

Do you get defensive when someone observes something unflattering about something you enjoy or identify with? You may need to start resisting the oppressive aspects of entertainment, recreation, and other habits or 'needs' you have.

These are reflections on recent conversations, Facebook threads, and literature I have read. . .more on that later!