Olumide Lawal argues that Jesus can be considered African-American, not because of his skin color, but because he experienced persecution similar to what African-Americans still face today. When Jesus was arrested, he did not resist arrest even though he could have, and he was mocked, spat on, and beaten, just as protesters are today. Jesus also criticized Peter for attacking one of his persecutors in order to teach non-violence. The justice system that condemned Jesus was comparable to modern injustices, so people should follow Jesus' example of non-violent resistance despite suffering, as he endured persecution first.