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John Cobb: Secularizing Christianity

Homebrewed Christianity

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Reimagining Social Gospel in Modern Contexts

This chapter critiques the strategic defamation of social gospel and social justice movements as responses to established power structures. It emphasizes the need for a faith-based approach to tackle systemic issues affecting the labor class, integrating contemporary crises into theological discourse. By recognizing the disconnect between academia and practical theology, the chapter calls for a progressive stance that engages Christians in addressing global challenges, while reflecting on the historical implications of post-World War II church perspectives.

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