Even a casual reading of Isaiah 63 in the Bible would lead one to think that God is interested in justice for the poor and oppressed. Jesus used the first portion of this passage to announce the onset of his public ministry. (Luke 4)
Up until this point I have avoided getting into any heated conversations with my friends who identify as conservative Christians – I think this is about to change. I personally do not see how anyone can be a follower of Rush Limbaugh and Glen Beck who also claim to be followers of Jesus.
This last public spectacle by Glen Beck is really the catalyst for me taking a more public stance against these so-called political pundits who seem to be embraced by certain segments within Christianity. For those of you not familiar with what I am talking about, Glen Beck recently advised Christians to leave Churches that refer to a social gospel. This past week he told Christians to leave their congregations if they hear any preaching about economic or social justice issues. He went so far as to declare that these terms were code words for Nazism and Communism.
The Old Testament prophet Micah declared, “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God”. Social justice and concern for the poor is not the whole message of the Scriptures but it is a major part of it. I call on all Christians to reevaluate the people you choose to follow in support of your causes.
Why Do Christians Listen to Glen Beck?
Even a casual reading of Isaiah 63 in the Bible would lead one to think that God is interested in justice for the poor and oppressed. Jesus used the first portion of this passage to announce the onset of his public ministry. (Luke 4)
Up until this point I have avoided getting into any heated conversations with my friends who identify as conservative Christians – I think this is about to change. I personally do not see how anyone can be a follower of Rush Limbaugh and Glen Beck who also claim to be followers of Jesus.
This last public spectacle by Glen Beck is really the catalyst for me taking a more public stance against these so-called political pundits who seem to be embraced by certain segments within Christianity. For those of you not familiar with what I am talking about, Glen Beck recently advised Christians to leave Churches that refer to a social gospel. This past week he told Christians to leave their congregations if they hear any preaching about economic or social justice issues. He went so far as to declare that these terms were code words for Nazism and Communism.
The Old Testament prophet Micah declared, “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly before God”. Social justice and concern for the poor is not the whole message of the Scriptures but it is a major part of it. I call on all Christians to reevaluate the people you choose to follow in support of your causes.