We have instruction directly from Jesus, and from the example of the early church, that caring for the poor is our responsibility. Despite this clear instruction, the majority of people feel that those in poverty are solely responsible for themselves, and less than 10% feel any personal responsibility at all. Adam Barnett wraps up our series with a reminder of the role we are called to fill as followers of Jesus.
Read MoreThere are many movies that begin at the end of the story, and then go back to tell the story of how it got there. In week 3 of Let Justice Roll Down, guest preacher Josef Rasheed examines how Revelation 7:9–10 describes a community of equality and then challenges us to see that this community doesn't start in heaven, but right here on earth with us.
Read MoreIn the early church, the care of widows and orphans was designated to the church. In the centuries that have passed, that has not changed. We are called to care for those vulnerable and be the hands and feet of Christ. This is how we are to "do justice". In week 2 of Let Justice Roll Down, Adam Barnett shares from the book of James and expands on what caring for the widow and the orphan can look like.
Read MoreIn the book of Micah, we find the prophet burdened for the sins of Israel and seeking God's favor and forgiveness. What he receives from God is the simple word that what the Lord requires is that we act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him. Dave Brown explores this passage and shares the context of the time in which it was written to illuminate what happens when we sacrifice justice on the altar of safety, security, and peace.
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