The Religion of Malcolm X Versus The Religion of Jesus Christ: A Collection of Sermons on the Challenges and Opportunities of the African American Com - Hardcoverby Melvin V. Wade (Author) During a time of division within the Black community, the traditional Black Church was suffering great tests and challenges, as the Nation of Islam was shaking the foundational beliefs of many local churchgoers. Even more so, many within the Black community who were dealing with racism were sick and tired of the oppression they were facing. These were the days of the Rodney King beating, and the Nation of Islam was a very