Roots and Rivers: Reading the Bible Through African Eyes.

In Roots and Rivers, the Bible is seen not as a distant, abstract text, but as a living story that flows through the landscapes, communities, and traditions of Africa. This book invites readers to encounter Scripture through the richness of African culture—through the soil that nurtures life, the rivers that carry sustenance, the songs and dances that give voice to the spirit, and the communal wisdom passed down through generations. It shows that the ancient stories of God's people resonate deeply with African values of kinship, communal responsibility, and the sacredness of creation. Roots and Rivers explores how the Bible speaks to real-life challenges and aspirations. From understanding God as a just and caring chief, to seeing the Holy Spirit as the life-giving force that empowers communities, and from tracing the cry of the ancestors to celebrating worship as a communal expression of joy and healing, the book bridges Scripture and lived African experience. Readers are encouraged to see themselves not as isolated individuals but as part of a larger story of redemption, resilience, and hope. Ultimately, this book is a call to action as much as it is a guide to understanding. By reading the Bible through African eyes, believers are empowered to transform personal lives, strengthen communities, and nurture justice, mercy, and spiritual vitality. Roots and Rivers reminds us that faith is not just to be studied—it is to be lived, sung, danced, and shared, flowing like a river into every corner of daily life and into the future of the continent.