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Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics
Thaddeus Williams: Is Social Justice Biblical?
Dec 15, 2021
Thaddeus Williams, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, discusses balancing truth and social justice. He challenges truth warriors and justice warriors. The podcast explores the evolution of moral values, the concept of sin, anxiety, depression, and social justice in politics. It also delves into navigating tribalism and political influences as Christians.
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- Christians can embrace both truth and justice to promote unity.
- Societal shift from 90s relativism to present judgementalism highlights moral struggles.
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The Dichotomy of Truth and Justice in Christian Circles
Christian circles are currently divided between truth warriors who oppose critical race theory and progressivism, and justice warriors calling out racism and advocating for inclusivity. The debate centers on whether being good Christians necessitates choosing truth or justice. However, Thaddeus Williams asserts in his book that Christians should embody both truth and justice, avoiding extremes in favor of balanced peacemaking.
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