Choose Witness Over War It's possible to be faithful in the public square without joining the culture war. In fact, there's a model. The Black church's social action tradition has long rejected the idea that overcoming polarization means moral compromise. Its historic public witness has defied the culture war's demands to treat opponents as enemies. In his new book, Don't Let Nobody Turn You Around, AND Campaign co-founder and president Justin Giboney explores a compelling vision of how the Black Church's social action tradition can inspire hope and healing in the face of today's polarized culture wars. The spirituals of the Black church, such as "Don't Let Nobody Turn You Around," were rallying cries during the Civil Rights movement, making clear the connection between faith and justice during marches and protests. These songs encapsulated the unwavering faith and resilience of the Black church, propelling ongoing advocacy for justice in the public square, rooted firmly in the Black church's powerful public expression of faith. Centered on faith, justice, and moral imagination, Don't Let Nobody Turn You Around offers a blueprint for public witness that rises above division without compromising Christian values. Giboney thoughtfully examines the principles, motives, and accomplishments of the Black Church's legacy, calling all Christians to a courageous and faithful engagement in the public square. This book challenges assumptions on both the Left and Right, presenting a bold model for how social justice and moral order can work together while resisting the demands of polarization and enmity. In this book, you will:
- Discover the Black Church's rich history of pairing orthodoxy and orthopraxy in its public witness. - Learn how this history can transform today's polarized politics. - Explore how to value both social justice and moral order for a faithful Christian witness. This book is not just for the Black church-it's a call for the whole church to bear public witness in a distinctly Christian way. Whether you're politically engaged or disillusioned by the brokenness of Christian public witness today, Don't Let Nobody Turn You Around will inspire you to act with courage, conviction, and Christ-likeness. Choose witness over culture war, and get your copy today.
"Justin Giboney is in a category all by himself-so is this book. Giboney is one of those emerging leaders who merits careful attention not merely because of charisma but more so from depth of insight and careful reflection. He's a strange mix of Tim Keller and Martin Luther King Jr. wrapped up in his own personality and voice. The church was born in the public square from the day of Pentecost onward. Sadly today, the church has come to view the public square as a boxing ring instead of a living room where we can have public discourse without having to vilify those we disagree with. This book charts a new path to engagement and witness for followers of Jesus in a public way. Giboney will make everyone uncomfortable at some point, but he will also make everyone think if they are willing."
Bob Roberts, president of the Center for Global Faith and host of the Bold Love Podcast
"In this bold and necessary work, Justin Giboney challenges the Black church to reclaim its historic role as a moral compass and cultural bridge. With theological depth and cultural clarity, he reminds us that our public witness is not about choosing sides in a culture war but about standing firmly on the side of truth, justice, and redemptive love. This book is a call to courage, conviction, and collective responsibility. It's not just a must-read. It is truly a revival of the spirit in print."
Barbara Williams-Skinner, president of Skinner Leadership Institute
