"Even if we stand at the very summit of virtue, it is by mercy that we shall be saved." –John Chrysostom
More than two years ago, I was asked to represent our church in the Greenwood District of Tulsa as plans were forming to commemorate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. I believe it speaks highly of our church and the impact we’ve made in our community that we were both invited and welcomed by the folks … Continue reading Letter to My Church on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Sunday
For The Health of the Nation This week of group of evangelical leaders including myself released this statement entitled: "For the Health of the Nation: A Call to Civic Responsibility." Recent polling shows there is a sharp decline in American Christians who are willing to confront racism and injustice. In fact, many are less motivated … Continue reading For The Health of The Nation
OLD TESTAMENT PASSAGES "Do not take advantage of a widow or an orphan." Exodus 22:22"Do not deny justice to your poor people in their lawsuits." Exodus 23:6"During the seventh year, let the land lie unplowed and unused. Then the poor among your people may get food from it, and the wild animals may eat what they leave. Do … Continue reading 200+ Scriptures from the Bible about Loving, Serving and Seeking Justice for the Poor
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