What Black Christians Can Learn From Candace Owens

Christians don’t have to agree with every stance Candace Owens takes. But her fearlessness is something believers can learn from.

Candace Owens is one of the most talked‑about public figures of this generation. She first exploded into mainstream conversation during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, when she publicly challenged the narrative surrounding George Floyd. Her comments sent shockwaves through the Black community. Many were outraged, many were confused, and many were forced to confront uncomfortable questions about crime, culture, and responsibility.

From there, she became a prominent voice in conservative media, working with organizations like TPUSA and The Daily Wire. Some people viewed her commentary as harsh toward the Black community, while others saw her as someone calling out issues others were afraid to touch.

But her journey didn’t start with politics; it started with betrayal.

As a teenager, Candace says she was bullied in high school and sought help from the NAACP. She later claimed the organization failed to support her and was more invested in maintaining a narrative of Black victimhood than pursuing justice. That moment shifted her worldview and pushed her toward conservative spaces.

She eventually launched BLEXIT, a movement encouraging Black Americans to rethink their political alignment. She argued that certain political agendas kept Black people dependent, discouraged marriage, and weakened morality in the community.

Candace Owens, Israel, and Her Christian Faith

While working at The Daily Wire, Candace shifted her criticism toward the Israeli government during the war in Gaza. She expressed strong views about the treatment of Palestinians, which angered many Jewish individuals, including her employer, Ben Shapiro. This conflict ultimately led to her departure from the company.

Around the same time, Candace publicly converted to Catholicism and began boldly declaring “Christ is King.” She emphasized her belief in Jesus as the Son of God, a belief not shared in Judaism, where Jesus is viewed as a teacher rather than the Messiah.

Many expected her firing to silence her. Instead, she became even more vocal. She continued to criticize the Israeli government and speak on issues she believed were immoral or unjust. Some observers described her as part of a rising wave of anti‑Israel sentiment, while others saw her as someone refusing to be intimidated.

Regardless of how people interpret her actions, one thing is clear:

Candace Owens does not back down.

Lessons From Candace Owens’ Boldness

Whether someone agrees with her or not, her public stance offers a lesson in courage. Candace Owens represents a type of boldness that many Christians struggle to walk in, the boldness to speak truth as they understand it, even when the world pushes back.

Her approach mirrors the resistance Nehemiah faced when rebuilding the wall. In Nehemiah 4, Tobiah, Sanballat, and Geshem mocked, threatened, and tried to intimidate him. But Nehemiah kept building. He refused to bow to pressure.

Candace’s critics often accuse her of seeking fame or money, but Scripture reminds us:

“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” - Proverbs 16:18  

If her motives were rooted in pride alone, Scripture teaches that it would eventually expose her.

Yet despite death threats, lawsuits, and public backlash, she continues speaking. That level of endurance reflects someone who believes deeply in their message, someone willing to stand alone if necessary.

What Black Christians Should Take Away

Christians don’t have to agree with every stance Candace Owens takes. But her fearlessness is something believers can learn from.

We live in a world that pressures Christians to stay silent about their faith, their values, and the identity of Jesus Christ. But Scripture calls us to stand firm:

“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial…” - James 1:12

We are called to:

• Speak truth even when it’s unpopular

• Stand firm even when culture pushes back

• Represent Christ even when it costs us something

Jobs may be lost.

Friendships may end.

People may misunderstand us.

But Jesus said:

“In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33

Truth wins in the end.

Christ wins in the end.

And Christians must walk with the same boldness — rooted in faith.