Public Justice
A Conversation with Friends – Systemic Racism & Becoming a White Ally
In June I preached a sermon entitled “A Posture of Listening” (all links below) where I shared how the Lord was teaching me to try and listen and learn more about the issue of racism and racial justice. With this I sensed the Lord might be leading me to reach out to three of my Ockenga friends, Cyntoria, Monica, and Devon, to talk further about this topic. All three love the Lord and care deeply for the church. Cyntoria serves…
The Bible Project: Justice (Includes Discussion Questions)
1. What is the Bible’s understanding of justice? 2. How does injustice impact our relationships and society? 3. What is the Bible’s solution to injustice? 4. How does the gospel shape our understanding of justice? 5. What’s one step you want to take to act more justly?
Esther Discussion Guide/Questions
Thanks for checking out our college group’s discussion guide of the book of Esther. I hope this helps you study and reflect on the book as we prepare to discuss it together. Here are some helpful resources for studying the book of Esther (PDF download at bottom of page): The Bible Project: Esther Video & Discussion Guide For Such a Time as This article by Bethany Jenkins Esther and the Silent Sovereignty of God article by Bethany Jenkins How to…
Grace, Justice, & Mercy with Bryan Stevenson and Timothy Keller
In May 2016 Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City hosted an evening discussion on race, grace, and the church with Bryan Stevenson and Pastor Timothy Keller. I’m sharing this as a follow-up to our recent series, God of Justice. I hope you’ll take the time to listen to both sessions to further our discussion of this important topic. While you may fully agree with everything you hear, or you may come to different conclusions, both are a worthwhile listen.…