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Recommended Reading for September
SOCIAL JUSTICE JESUS:
Justice, Mercy, and Faith as Presented in the Sermon on the Mount
by EDWARD S. GEORGESON
Did Jesus promote themes of social justice during his ministry—emphasizing liberty to the poor and exploited sectors of society? Did he preach social equality, welfare, loan forgiveness and wealth redistribution? Was he an advocate for racial harmony? Did he see a need for the restructuring of the earthly governments of his day? If so, how do these themes interlace with the traditional Christian creeds of forgiveness of sin, faith, and the salvation of mankind? And if not, how should Christians react to the “social justice” clamor heard around us today? Can we, or should we, apply it to our Christian doctrines?
JUSTICE and MERCY, and the FAITH to be just and merciful, are the major themes found within Jesus’ epic Sermon on the Mount. Believe it or not, SOCIAL JUSTICE—Jesus style—is what he presents in his classic sermon. But how does Jesus’ “social justice” compare to what we hear today? Is it just good advice, or a call to Christian duty? Might it be a part of our salvation? Jesus’ message was viewed as radical in his day! His version of God’s truths left his audience astonished. Surprisingly, however, it was simply a masterful retelling of God’s Torah and the teachings of the prophets of old.
In SOCIAL JUSTICE JESUS Georgeson reveals how Jesus taught that the exercise of justice and mercy are the personal responsibility of each member of the kingdom of heaven. However, Jesus also reveals that the exercise of justice and mercy has a personal cost that can challenge one’s security and faith—but faith is what is needed to be just and merciful. These truths are easily decoded once a reader has the keys of understanding that are found throughout the Old Testament. Jesus’ harmony of old and new is quickly understood when his message is viewed within the historical context of his day. His epic sermon becomes a road map of how God would have us live our lives as we travel the path of his kingdom. What you will learn will have you astonished, just as it astonished the first listeners of this 2,000-year-old message.
Readers of this book have made the following statements:
“This is a fantastic book…everyone professing to be a Christian should read.”
“it certainly opened up my mind”
“hugely interesting”
“thought provoking”
“I was astounded.”
“Georgeson’s writing is absolutely delightful to read”
“beautifully written”
“This book is a masterpiece”
“I highly recommend it!”
The structure and layout of SOCIAL JUSTICE JESUS progresses logically and systematical, building a crescendo of insights and truth. However, each section or chapter can stand on its own giving the reader the opportunity to read the book selectively or as a whole. The book is an excellent spiritual resource for truth-seeking individuals, and it works well as a step-by-step Bible study guide for groups wanting in-depth knowledge into Jesus’ epic sermon. It also s
Last Week’s Social Jesus Blog Posts
Working Together for Liberation and Justice
Part 1 of the series Working Together for Liberation and Justice
Community justice is a process of community confrontation, testimony, discernment and possible restoration.
Binding, Loosing, and Justice for the Community
Part 2 of the series Working Together for Liberation and Justice
Binding and loosing place remarkable responsibility in the hands of the community, and there is a risk they might be coopted.
New Episode of The Social Jesus Podcast
A podcast where we talk about the intersection of faith and social justice and what a first century, prophet of the poor from Galilee might have to offer us today in our work of love, compassion and justice.
This week:
Season 3 Episode 37: Working Together for Liberation and Justice
Matthew 18:15-20
Our reading this week presents collective justice as a process: confrontation before condemnation, testimony before accusation, community discernment before exclusion, and restoration before revenge. It challenges both individuals and institutions to resist the easy satisfactions of shame and punishment. True justice tells the truth about harm while still believing that people can change. It centers victims, protecting those who have been harmed without abandoning the possibility of redemption for those who have caused harm. In this sense, Jesus offers a vision of justice in which accountability and compassion are not opposites but are partners in building a healthier, more just, compassionate, and safe community with the hope of laying the same foundation for larger society as well.
Available on major podcast carriers and at:
https://the-social-jesus-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/working-together-for-liberation-and-justice
Upcoming Events
September 19, 2026
Good News Fellowship (via Zoom)
Toronto, Ontario Canada
For info: 304.520.0030
Weekly HeartGroup on Zoom Every Wednesday Night!
Each Wednesday evening, Renewed Heart Ministries hosts a Zoom-HeartGroup led by Herb Montgomery. Our discussion each week will focus on the content in RHM’s weekly eSight articles and the Social Jesus podcast. The time of each Zoom session will be on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Pacific/10:00 p.m. Eastern.
To receive the link for the Zoom meeting, email us at info@renewedheartministries.com.
Finding Jesus: A Fundamentalist Preacher Discovers the Socio-Political & Economic Teachings of the Gospels
by Herb Montgomery
Available now on Amazon!
In Finding Jesus, author Herb Montgomery delves into the profound and often overlooked political dimensions of the gospels. Through meticulous analysis of biblical texts, historical context, and social discourse, this thought-provoking book unveils the gospels’ socio-political, economic teachings as rooted in a profound concern for justice, compassion, and the well-being of the marginalized. The book navigates the intersections between faith and societal justice, presenting a compelling argument for a more socially engaged and transformative Christianity.
Finding Jesus is not just a scholarly exploration; it is a call to action. It challenges readers to reevaluate their understanding of Christianity’s role in public life and to consider how the radical teachings of the gospels can inspire a renewed commitment to justice, equality, and compassion. This book is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the social implications of Christian faith and a blueprint for building a more just and inclusive society.
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