Allowing the love of God to work in us and then move through us to humanity, is the call of every Christian. It was radical enough to start a revolution in 1st century and it’s radical enough to start one in the 21st century too.

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Peacemaking is not standing in the uncontroversial middle trying to placate everyone. Peacemaking is not calling for unity while refusing to deal with marginalization in our communities. That’s peacekeeping.

Peacemaking is standing for truth, justice, and equity for all people, no matter the cost. For us as Christians, the choice between peacekeeping and peacemaking is clear:

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Jesus (Matthew 5:9)

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Christian political engagement means so much more than voting. It means advocating and mobilizing. It means fighting against corruption and injustice. And most of all, it means fulfilling our Gospel imperative to care for the poor, the oppressed, and the marginalized.

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Jesus loves unity, but he hates uniformity.

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The only credential required for a seat at Jesus’ table is an earnest desire to be there.

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The love of God is radically inclusive. He shows no partiality when it comes to humanity. There are no restrictions on his grace, no parameters on his mercy, and no qualifications for his love. Everyone is accepted, everyone is welcomed in, and everyone has a place in the family of God if they desire it.

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If you have extra, share with those who don’t. If you have power, use it to help those who don’t.

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Jesus came to help all humanity, no matter who they are or what they’ve done, experience a full and abundant life.

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