Jesus, Justice + Mercy: Bold faith, radical love and justice for the church
Jesus, Justice & Mercy
Bold faith, radical love, and justice for the church.
Welcome to Jesus, Justice & Mercy — a podcast for Christians who sense that justice matters but feel the tension between Jesus and much of what they see practiced in the church.
If you’re wrestling with inherited faith, questions that don’t have easy answers, or the growing gap between the Gospel and the world we’re navigating, you’re not alone.
I’m your host, Kristen Brock, rooted in the church and committed to following Jesus with honesty, courage, and compassion. Each season, we engage Scripture, history, and lived experience to explore the intersections of faith, justice, and discipleship. We talk about race, trauma, power, civic responsibility, and the ways faith has been both a source of harm and a force for healing.
Whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or simply learning to ask better questions, this is a space for thoughtful reflection, faithful wrestling, and a faith shaped by justice, deeply rooted in Scripture.
Jesus, Justice + Mercy: Bold faith, radical love and justice for the church
Threads of Inequality: Exploring Poverty Through a Christian Lens
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In episode thirteen, we look at the intricate dynamics of poverty in the United States, unraveling its multifaceted nature and shedding light on its far-reaching impacts. Through exploring data, personal anecdotes, and historical insights, Kristen helps us navigate the layers of systemic barriers perpetuating inequity.
Drawing upon Christian principles and teachings, we examine past and present responses to poverty within the church, inviting listeners to reflect on their roles in fostering social justice and equity. Ultimately, this episode serves as a call to action, urging us to confront biases, advocate for systemic change, and embody compassion in our pursuit of a more just society.
The U.S. is the top country for millionaires and billionaires
Huff Post Article on EBT funds
Report on Orphanages by the MN Dept of Health and Human Service
Keller: Generous Justice, How Gods Grace makes us Just
Center for American Progress data
Reach out to me if you are specifically curious about places in Scripture that I mentioned in this episode!
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email: kristen@kristenannette.com
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Here’s to a faith that tells the truth, refuses silence in the face of harm, and follows Jesus all the way into healing and justice.
RESOURCES:
Holy Disruption: Reclaiming a Justice-Rooted Faith course info and interest list
Justice Coaching options!