This sermon explores the meaning of blessing and how it intersects with the realities of racial prejudice, using the experience of an affluent Black family and the events surrounding Michael Brown’s death as examples. It highlights that despite outward signs of blessing, systemic racism can deeply impact individuals and limit opportunities, emphasizing the importance of understanding these experiences. The speaker calls upon the congregation to consider how they can actively bless the world by confronting racial injustice and supporting those affected by it, drawing inspiration from the efforts of the church’s founders who were formerly enslaved people. The message underscores a commitment to love, justice, and standing in solidarity with marginalized communities.