Does Race Matter?

The Well Church Edmond

Race has always been a big deal when it comes to the kingdom of heaven. Jesus pushed his disciples and followers beyond their racial comfort zone, he commissioned his apostles to bring the good news to the ends of the earth, and the Holy Spirit showed no boundaries as to who would be included in the people of God. God’s kingdom tears down walls of division and puts an end to enmity, and yet we still live in a world and a nation where racial hostility persists and systems of injustice continue to dehumanize people. God’s vision for his kingdom is one where we see unity amidst diversity and a new humanity where the dignity and worth of all people is upheld. Through repentance, repair, restoration we can live into this heavenly reality here on earth.