Jesus and equality: lessons from His approach

In Jesus's time, there was no concept of equality in the Roman Empire or in Jewish society.
So where did Jesus stand on the issue of equality? How did he instruct his followers? How do his words and actions apply to us today, nearly 2,000 years later?
This week's Bible passage: Galatians 3:26-29
Weekly Strength podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)
This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 4.04: Tough Topics — Equality on Throwing Mountains.
Other resources:
- Chris Bolinger's other devotional: Daily Strength for Men
- Mike Hatch's book: Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the Gospel
- Relational men's discipleship programs: CLC
Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com. Learn More » |
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