In my very first interview on Jesus, Justice + Mercy, I sit down with my dear friend Candice Zakariya, a disciple-maker, Bible teacher, and business coach whose story is deeply rooted in faith and justice.

Candice shares her journey growing up in the Black church, where justice was woven into discipleship, and reflects on the challenges and beauty of navigating predominantly white church spaces as a Black woman. From cultural tokenism to discipleship that misses justice, her stories shed light on what it really means to embody a justice-rooted faith.

Together, we talk about:

·       The transformative role of the Black church in shaping justice and community.

·       What white Christians often miss about systemic injustice in the church.

·       Why justice should never be a “service project” but part of everyday discipleship.

·       How relationships, lament, and listening are the foundation of true unity.

This conversation is both challenging and deeply hopeful and Candice leaves us with a powerful reminder: 

“Teach justice as part of your discipleship, not as a one-off project. If we did that well, our country would look different.”

How to connect with Candice:

Kingdom Business Woman Website

Kingdom First Coaching

Facebook, IG and Threads: Candice Zakariya

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Here’s to a faith that flips tables, heals wounds, and pursues justice.

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