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A Response To Lecrae's Recent Podcast

Recently, Christian Rap artist Lecrae shared an interview link on Threads featuring a self-identified gay Christian, sparking intense discussion in the comments. This discourse prompted the creation of this article. Important to the discourse is the fact that In 2016, Lecrae's tweet about his ancestors' July 4th[1], experiences faced significant backlash from white conservatives who criticized his emphasis on Black identity. This incident became a catalyst for Lecrae to address racial issues in America. The controversy led to broader conversations about race and Christianity, facilitated by his celebrity status, initiating crucial dialogues that might not have occurred otherwise.

This moment in 2016 was appreciated for its potential to foster important conversations.

However, Lecrae's recent post addressing queerness has troubled many Black queer Christians who previously supported him during attacks from white evangelicals. Particularly concerning are statements like "I have gay frien…