What Does Justice Look Like and Why Does God Care about It?
Judith McCartney
(Author)
Description
Colin and Judith McCartney take us on a bold exploration of justice through the lens of scripture and the life of Jesus. Find out how Christians across the centuries have understood and lived God's call to justice. Discover communal and individual practices for living a life of justice in our time and place.
The Jesus Way: Small Books of Radical Faith delve into big questions about God's work in the world. These concise, practical books are deeply rooted in Anabaptist theology. Crafted by a diverse community of internationally renowned scholars, pastors, and practitioners, The Jesus Way series helps readers deepen their faith in Christ and enliven their witness.
Books in series:
What Is the Bible and How Do We Understand It? Dennis R. Edwards [Fall 2019]
Why Did Jesus Die and What Difference Does It Make? Michele Hershberger [Fall 2019]
What Is God's Mission in the World and How Do We Join It? Juan F. Martínez [Spring 2020]
Why Do We Suffer and Where Is God When We Do? Valerie G. Rempel [Spring 2020]
What Is the Trinity and Why Does It Matter? Steve Dancause [Summer 2020]
Who Are Our Enemies and How Do We Love Them? Hyung Jin Kim Sun [Summer 2020]
What Does Justice Look Like and Why Does God Care about It? Judith and Colin McCartney [Fall 2020]
What Is the Church and Why Does It Exist? David Fitch [Spring 2021]
What Is God's Kingdom and What Does Citizenship Look Like? César García [Spring 2021]
Who Was Jesus and What Does It Mean to Follow Him? Nancy Elizabeth Bedford [Spring 2021]
Product Details
| Publisher | Herald Press (VA) |
| Publish Date | October 27, 2020 |
| Pages | 104 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Paperback / softback |
| EAN/UPC | 9781513805719 |
| Dimensions | 7.9 X 5.0 X 0.4 inches | 0.2 pounds |
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Reviews
"Calls for justice are in the air. This handy individual or small-group text is a much-needed guide to understanding justice. It roots us in God's call to work for justice in individual and systemic settings and provides biblical guideposts, current life examples, and possible next steps. This book leaves room for diverse thinking while providing clarity on God's call to work for justice."--Mary Nelson, former president and CEO of the Christian Community Development Association
"In these days we are bombarded with confusing voices. What Does Justice Look Like and Why Does God Care about It? brings clarity to the competing voices. Listening and learning from Jesus brings clarity as well as examples of how these teachings are lived out in contemporary society. A strong call and inspiration for these days."--Jo Anne Lyon, general superintendent emerita and ambassador of the Wesleyan Church
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