Church & Culture Podcast
CCP85: On Race and Racism
Nov 17, 2023
The podcast discusses the theology of race, the evil of racism, and the biblical perspective on combating racism. It explores the origins of human races and debunks misconceptions. The concept of oneness in Christ and the pursuit of 'shalom' are highlighted. The chapter also discusses racism in the church, the importance of open dialogue, and creating a community of understanding and unity.
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- All humans are wonderfully designed, made in the image of God, and created male and female, emphasizing the intrinsic worth and value of every individual regardless of their race or ethnicity.
- Racism goes against the biblical teaching that all humans are created in the image of God and have equal worth, and the church should actively combat racism by repenting, seeking diversity, fostering understanding through education and dialogue, and promoting forgiveness to heal racial divisions.
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The Foundation of a Theology of Race
According to the Bible, the creation narrative establishes three important statements: that humans were wonderfully designed by God, that humans were made in the image of God, and that humans were created male and female. These statements emphasize the intrinsic worth and value of every human being, regardless of their race or ethnicity.
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