Michael Rhodes' Journey and Community Impact

Michael Rhodes shares his journey, emphasizing the interplay between personal experience and scholarly work regarding biblical justice. Growing up in a church with a history of segregation, he reflects on how this shaped his understanding of justice, leading him to engage in Christian Community Development efforts in Memphis. Influenced by figures like John Perkins, he recognizes the necessity of understanding scripture through the lens of community struggles. This personal narrative illustrates Rhodes' conviction that discerning justice in the Bible is deeply tied to the lived experiences of marginalized communities.