Straight White Male

Straight White Male is a collection of essays from contributing writers who lack various types of privilege, including straight, Black man William J. Barber II, straight, white woman Melissa Florer-Bixler, queer, nonbinary Latinx Robyn Henderson-Espinoza, and gay, white man Matthias Roberts. The essays offer insights into how particular types and combinations of privilege (and the lack thereof) shape the way we move through the world.

The book aims to help Christian men who identify as straight and white to examine their privilege and power in society, and to use them for good. The book is divided into three parts: the first part explores the concepts of privilege, oppression, and intersectionality; the second part examines how privilege affects various aspects of life, such as relationships, work, church, and culture; and the third part offers practical steps and resources for deconstructing privilege and living with integrity. The book is written in a conversational and accessible style, with personal stories, biblical references, and discussion questions. The author acknowledges his own journey of learning and unlearning and invites the readers to join him in the process.

The book is a valuable resource for straight white male Christians who want to grow in their awareness and understanding of social justice issues, and to align their lives with God's vision of justice and love. The book challenges the readers to confront their biases, assumptions, and blind spots, and to take responsibility for their actions and choices. The book also encourages the readers to listen to and learn from the experiences and perspectives of marginalized groups, such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and people with disabilities. The book does not offer easy answers or quick fixes but rather invites the readers to embark on a lifelong journey of transformation and solidarity.