

Live from Exiles25: Social Justice & the Gospel. Thaddeus Williams & Malcolm Foley
Jul 24, 2025
Thaddeus Williams, a theology professor and author known for addressing social justice within Christian thought, joins Malcolm Foley, a Baylor University advisor and pastor advocating for equity. They engage in a compelling discussion on the intersection of social justice and faith, exploring its necessity for believers. The dialogue challenges economic distinctions, advocating for biblical truths over political ideologies while emphasizing unity among diverse Christians. They also address community's role in combating greed, urging listeners to embrace love and solidarity in addressing societal injustices.
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Kicked Out for Justice Advocacy
- Thaddeus Williams shares his personal experience of being kicked out from a church for advocating social justice as part of the gospel.
- His mother’s ministry work with the poor shaped his understanding that gospel must involve action beyond salvation claims.
John Perkins on Justice
- John Perkins frames social justice as starting with God, unity in Christ, preaching the gospel, and teaching truth.
- Without truth, social justice efforts lack hope and do not honor God’s justice.
Shared Foundations on Justice
- Both speakers affirm social justice aligns with biblical truth, opposing greed and racism.
- They emphasize reliance on the Holy Spirit’s power to confront systemic injustice through love and truth.