Hold On: Is That Really Christian?

Dr. John Holbert returns for a second episode on the Hebrew prophets, Lazarus and the Rich Man from the book of Luke, and the important concept of justice.

Jesus said he came to fulfill the prophets, but what did those prophets have to say? What's mispat and tzedakah, two ways to look at the concept of justice? Find out more in this conversation with a Hebrew and Biblical scholar, professor emeritus, Perkins School of Theology.

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What is "justice"? Is it about punishment, or something more? 

Dr. John Holbert, professor emeritus of Perkins School of Theology, uses the story of Lazarus and the Rich Man in the book of Luke as a jumping off point to discuss the important concept of justice and the Hebrew prophets who promoted it.

Part 1 of a two-part series.

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Monica Frazier, Northaven's current senior pastor who we welcomed in July, tells us more about her life, interests, and concerns about Christian nationalism in this replay of a previous episode. This is another opportunity for Northaveners to get to know even better Monica as well as for those who'd like to know more about Northaven United Methodst.

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Both Rev. Julie Harding and Kim Batchelor participated in witnesses at mosques to support the Muslim community during their time of prayer  on September 11. The attacks on one of two other faiths that are part of the Abrahamic tradition have been horrific, but there were opportunities for dialogue with some of the protestors at the mosques, those who adhere to "Christian" nationalism. There's still much more to do.

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In a continuation of last week's episode, Ron Wilhelm and Kim Batchelor discuss both the local and international missions that Northaven United Methodist partners with.

Hear more about the partnership and relationships we have with local and Central American organizations.

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What is important about Christians doing mission? Is it building something? Giving out clothing and food? Vaccinating and fixing teeth? What is "deep soldarity"?

Dr. Ron Wilhelm and Kim Batchelor discuss the deeper meaning of what it means to "do mission" in our own communities and in the world.

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This Friday marks the 25th Anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. While our nation mourns the losses, the Muslim community is suffering duress from threats being made against them.

In this previous episode, Shaimaa Zayan and Kim Batchelor discuss her work, the threats against her community, and how Christians can provide more support to Muslims during this difficult time.

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Whether you call it justice, mentioned dozens of times in the Bible, or compassion, caring for others is not optional for followers of Jesus.

 In this replay of an earlier episode, Phil Dieke, chair of the Horizon Conference of the Methodist Church, and Kim Batchelor discuss justice, compassion, collaboration, and the need to engage in conversation with other other Christians on the importance of this mandate.

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Is "evangelizing" that's trite and annoying Christian? Or is there a way to reclaim the word for sharing the important Gospel and Biblical messages about mercy and justice?

In this replay, Rev. Julie Harding and Kim Batchelor engage in a conversation about communicating faith, mercy, and justice from the public square to family members and friends who disagree with us.

On Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1pm-5pm, join us for a free workshop on "Faithful Conversations: Learning Skills to Engage in Fruitful Conversations." For more information, email [email protected]

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Dr. John Holbert returns for a second episode on the Hebrew prophets, Lazarus and the Rich Man from the book of Luke, and the important concept of justice.

Jesus said he came to fulfill the prophets, but what did those prophets have to say? What's mispat and tzedakah, two ways to look at the concept of justice? Find out more in this conversation with a Hebrew and Biblical scholar, professor emeritus, Perkins School of Theology.

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Have questions or comments? Want to suggest a topic? Send Kendra and Kim an email at [email protected].