Why does the term "social justice" divide so many?

Chris Bolinger

Why does the term "social justice" divide so many?



The term "social justice" has become a politically charged term that divides Christians, especially Protestants.

Evangelicals accuse mainline Protestants of sacrificing bedrock biblical beliefs to achieve cultural goals; mainline Protestants respond that the best way to demonstrate Christ's love is to meet people's physical and social needs.

In the middle of this debate stands The Salvation Army.

This week's Bible passage: Micah 6:6-8

video: "The Salvation Army: Then and Now"

This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 4.11: Tough Topics — Social Justice on Throwing Mountains.

Weekly Strength podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)

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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.

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