This chapter explores the deep ties between faith and social justice, highlighting Jesus' teachings as catalysts for personal and community change. Through the lens of Dr. King's Civil Rights principles and the letter to Philemon, it emphasizes themes of love, forgiveness, and the importance of authentic relationships in fostering a life of service and advocacy.
“Wounds they fester, hearts withdraw, This is family? We see the flaw.” If you know the pain of Christian community, you can relate to some of what’s happening in the letter to Philemon. Pastor Paul doesn’t offer a quick fix, but rather gives Philemon and Onesimus a radical Christian practice. From Philemon v15-25.