Be the Bridge

Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation

By: Latasha Morrison, Daniel Hill - introduction, Jennie Allen

Narrated by: Latasha Morrison

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ECPA BESTSELLER • “When it comes to the intersection of race, privilege, justice, and the church, Tasha is without question my best teacher. Be the Bridge is THE tool I wish to put in every set of hands.”—Jen Hatmaker

WINNER OF THE CHRISTIAN BOOK AWARD® • Winner of the Christianity Today Book Award • A leading advocate for racial reconciliation calls Christians to move toward deeper understanding in the midst of a divisive culture.

In an era where we seem to be increasingly divided along racial lines, many are hesitant to step into the gap, fearful of saying or doing the wrong thing. At times the silence, particularly within the church, seems deafening.

But change begins with an honest conversation among a group of Christians willing to give a voice to unspoken hurts, hidden fears, and mounting tensions. These ongoing dialogues have formed the foundation of a global movement called Be the Bridge—a nonprofit organization whose goal is to equip the church to have a distinctive and transformative response to racism and racial division.

In this perspective-shifting book, founder Latasha Morrison shows how you can participate in this incredible work and replicate it in your own community. With conviction and grace, she examines the historical complexities of racism. She expertly applies biblical principles, such as lamentation, confession, and forgiveness, to lay the framework for restoration.

Along with prayers, discussion questions, and other resources to enhance group engagement, Be the Bridge presents a compelling vision of what it means for every follower of Jesus to become a bridge builder—committed to pursuing justice and racial unity in light of the gospel.

A MUST READ

This book couldn’t be more on time. I am leading a group here in Hawaii, and this book is incredible. Every person who is a Christian needs to read this and join a group!

Really made me think!

My first reading of Be the Bridge surely won't be my last. So much good, hard-hitting, thought-provoking content and stories I had never heard. I definitely recommend women and men of all ethnicities read this book!

A book to address the pains in our world.

This a beautiful book that reveals the true pain of racism and yet offers hope of healing.

personal awakening

I am a lifelong conservative. That said, I am humbled by what I have learned from this (and other) books this year. In Be the Bridge, I found myself challenged, even sometimes in disagreement, and then the author would close the gap and make perfect sense. I highly recommend this book IF you are willing to look honestly at both historical facts and deeply held beliefs. It will change your perspective.

Be the Bridge - Gateway to Racial Reconciliation

Excellent retelling of the history (to today) of racism in America and how it relates to now, particularly the church - both as an entity and individuals.