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Social Justice as a Core Aspect of the Gospel: How the Early Church Modeled Social Restoration (Exile Series)

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Feb 25, 2025
Delve into a fascinating exploration of empathy and its role within faith communities. The hosts challenge traditional views on social justice, urging churches to actively engage with societal issues. They reflect on the historical practices of the early church and emphasize the significance of communion in fostering community unity. The discussion navigates the intricate balance between peace and justice, advocating for transformative love as a pathway to meaningful change. Ultimately, they inspire a shift toward a more empathetic and inclusive approach to the gospel.
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ANECDOTE

The Church and Isolation

  • Mike Erre recalls a conversation with Sky from The Holy Post about the church and social justice.
  • Sky emphasized the danger of the church isolating itself from the world and neglecting its role in addressing justice issues.
INSIGHT

The Church's True Role

  • Isolating oneself from the world can cause misunderstandings of the church’s role, leading to inaction on justice issues.
  • The church’s true role is to embody justice, being a community that reflects what it wants to see in the world.
INSIGHT

Embodying Justice

  • Mike and Tim discuss how focusing on being a community of justice can be a powerful witness to the world.
  • They emphasize that the church's actions regarding justice must align with its teachings to be effective.
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