In this episode of TGC Q&A, we continue in our series, "Gen Z's Questions About Christianity," where Thaddeus Williams answers four challenging questions on social justice and politics.

He addresses:

Defining and avoiding "The Newman Effect" (0:00)
Giving others the benefit of the doubt (4:10)
John Perkins and his approach to racial justice (5:30)
Similarities and differences between social and biblical justice (7:50)
Is critical race theory (CRT) biblical? (14:30)
Engaging politics without siding with a political party (23:50)
Thinking critically, submitting to Christ's authority (29:30)

Explore more from TGC on the topics of justice and politics.

Recommended reading:

Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth: 12 Questions Christians Should Ask About Social Justice by Thaddeus Williams
Welcoming Justice: God's Movement Toward Beloved Community (Resources for Reconciliation) by John M. Perkins

For more of Thaddeus Williams’ reflections on social justice and politics, check out TGC’s new book, Before You Lose Your Faith: Deconstructing Doubt in the Church, where Thaddeus contributed a chapter entitled, “Social Justice: Breakup or Breakthrough?” Available now in the TGC Store.

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