For the past several months, I've been trying to find the language for a tension that keeps showing up in my life and work. It appears in courtrooms and classrooms. In ministry and in writing. In conversations about crime, poverty, trauma, faith, and justice. I knew what the tension felt like, but I didn't yet… Continue reading Both Things are True: Why I Refuse to Choose Between Justice and Mercy
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Justice: The Bridge Between Faith and Advocacy
As the holiday season unfolds, I’ve been reflecting on the deeper rhythms of faith. Beyond the lights and traditions, this time of year reminds me that justice is the heartbeat of scripture and that advocacy is one way we live that faith out loud. Justice in Scripture From the prophets to the gospels, justice is… Continue reading Justice: The Bridge Between Faith and Advocacy
On (In)justice 