ABSTRACT

The art of spreading the Christian message is a vital component of the church tradition, serving as a means of spiritual nourishment, community building, and social empowerment. However, the process of interpreting and applying biblical texts in context is complex and multifaceted. This paper examines the role of African cultural hermeneutics in the Christian liturgical message within the African context. The paper employs a qualitative research methodology grounded in an extensive literature review and critical analysis. It reiterates the need to interpret the biblical message within the African context, rather than relying solely on the Western context. The paper argues that Africans must understand Christian Scripture within their cultural context for it not to lose its validity and authoritative relevance within the African setting. It highlights ways in which the African hermeneutics informs and transforms the preaching ministry in African communities. It thus posits that Afro-centric hermeneutics immerses itself in the African socio-cultural context to make the Christian faith appealing and relevant to the African readers of the Christian scripture and preachers of the Christian gospel.