Justice Journey
STEP 1
Why Justice?
Our Justice Journey starts by reflecting on the reasons why it is important for Christians to be just. For this, we go to the Bible, both the Old and the New testaments, and find that justice is very important to God and was key in Jesus’ earthly ministry.
We spend time reflecting on our personal experiences of justice and how acting justly is a normal part of the Christian life.
There will also be a safe space created for dialogue and questions at the workshop that is part of this step.
In preparation for the first session, please read the prescribed reading outlined here. Going Deeper resources are also provided below, for further study.
PRESCRIBED RESOURCES
1. What is Biblical Justice?
A 4-minute video describing biblical justice and social justice as part of it.
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2. Theology of Social Justice – Part 1
A Common Good paper describing the biblical basis for social justice.
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3. Jesus and Justice
Watch a video from the recent Justice Conference in Cape Town and read the article ‘Integral Mission in the Ministry of Jesus’ (Note: the term integral mission is used to describe mission as inclusive of social justice).
4. Gangs and Drugs – a Very Cape Town problem.
A blog that highlights how some people in our city experience justice and injustice. (Note: Cru62 is a leadership development/recovery home for young men coming out of gangs and off drugs.)
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