Sunday, November 5, 2017

What Does the Bible Teach About Race?

We are continuing our fall teaching series, "Christian Values in Changing Times." This week we're launching into a 2-week conversation exploring the critical biblical support for the dignity, value and value of all races.

Part 1


Part 2


Key Themes
  • Creation: Genesis 1:26–27; 3:20; Acts 17:26
  • Fall: Genesis 9:18–19; 10; 11:1–9
  • Redemption: Matt. 28:19; Acts 1:8; 2:1–13; Ephesians 2:11–22; 3:4–6; Colossians 3:9–11; Galatians 3:26–29
  • Glorification: Revelation 7:9
  • Historical examples:
    • William Wilberforce
    • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • Local ministry: Discussion on racial reconciliation in the church with Pastor Anthony from Redeemed Life Church, in Azusa, CA

Digging Deeper