Concerning McGrudgers new satirical comedy Black Jesus, which is scheduled to air tonight on Swim, let me offer the following: I would argue that in many ways it may be quite feasible for us to de-mythologize the Jesus of religion and Christianity, and become more attuned to the real Jesus of history and humanity! Many of our depictions of Jesus are historically inaccurate and theologically inept! Therefore, a whimsical contemporary spin on this Jesus just may be a creative re-packaging! Im open to the possibility of such, which of course remains to be seen! I can understand why many Christians may find the show somewhat unsettling, however, as one who is always thinking out of the box, I actually find this contemporary spin on the person Jesus, to be rather intriguing at best! From what I can ascertain from the trailer, the Jesus ethic, teachings, and ideals are contemporized in a modern day setting, shrouded in satiric and comedic genius! I do not think this show is in anyway an indictment on modern day Christianity, as some have suggested. Modern day Christianity is whatever it has been, with or without the series! I simply find it no more offensive to take creative, imaginative liberties to convey the message of Jesus, than we take on Sunday mornings in our respective pulpits! In some regard, it may not be anymore unorthodox and/or offensive than what we find in many of our churches or on our Christian networks! Right, wrong, or indifferent, the show is about Jesus, and therefore its theology! As a religious Christian thinker, and prognosticator of the story and message of Jesus, Ill admit Im more curious than cynical and therefore I will watch with an open mind, before I make any assessment! This is in no way an endorsement of the show, however, I will, however, reserve judgement until I have had more ample opportunity to aptly view the series and make a proper assessment! #alwaysthinkinglikeatheologian #blackjesus
Posted on: Thu, 07 Aug 2014 22:00:49 +0000
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