Posts filed under: Social Justice

Social Justice

Francois’ posts highlighting social justice as a requirement in the kingdom of God

Arpaio Pardon, DACA Repeal and the Biblical Treatment of Foreigners

The pardon of Sheriff Arpaio and the repeal of DACA raise new questions for evangelical Christians who support Donald Trump's presidency. They add to the list of immigration policies... Read More

Charlottesville: White Supremacy in the Open

The recent events in Charlottesville were an easy test for Christianity: Christians should unequivocally condemn bigotry, hatred and violence. Unfortunately, it is not clear that white evangelicals, who tend... Read More

Southern Baptist Convention Adopts a Resolution Against the Alt Right Movement

In June 2017, the Southern Baptist Convention adopted a resolution against white supremacy and the alt right movement. Initial rejection of the resolution on the first day of the... Read More

White Evangelicals in the Age of Trump: Is It Getting Better?

Under Trump's presidency, white evangelicals have come under increased scrutiny as their support of Trump is evidence to many that they do not adhere to Christian values. Mark Galli,... Read More

Hate and Extremism and their Religious Justifications

Hate and extremism are on the rise in the age of Trump, as observed by Southern Poverty Law Center. Hate groups often present themselves as guardians of Christian values.... Read More

The Poor in the Kingdom of God – What Does a National Budget Say?

Both the Old Testament and the New Testament present the poor as a category that is important to God. Helping the poor is a divine mandate that should not... Read More

Unity Under Christ at the Dawn of Trump’s Presidency – What Does it Mean?

A Divided Country In the aftermath of the 2016 presidential election, some are raising the concern that the idea of unity under Christ may be at risk.  Overall, America appears... Read More

William Barber Speaks at the Democratic Convention

Introducing William Barber Reverend Dr. William Barber is the current president of the North Carolina chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).  He is a... Read More

Pope Francis: The Name of God is Mercy

In his new book "The Name of God is Mercy", Pope Francis explains that God's mercy is his most amazing attribute, which is at the center of his redemptive work... Read More

Jim Wallis’ Latest Book: America’s Original Sin

My White Church and My Black Church When I moved to Columbus, Indiana, 29 years ago, I joined an all-white church called First Lutheran Church.  For nine years my wife... Read More
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