The Justice of Jesus: Reimagining Your Church's Life Together to Pursue Liberation and Wholeness
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
”Theologically grounded and refreshingly practical."--Kristin Kobes Du Mez, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus and John Wayne
What if the way we’ve been taught to follow Jesus is missing something essential? What if there’s more to the gospel than we’ve experienced--something that could revolutionize how we love our neighbors and serve our communities?
In The Justice of Jesus, public theologian and international speaker Joash Thomas reveals how authentic biblical faith naturally leads to caring for the vulnerable and working for positive change in our neighborhoods. Drawing from his unique perspective serving in churches across different cultures and continents, Thomas shows how justice isn’t just a “social issue"--it’s at the very heart of what it means to follow Christ. Whether you’re a pastor, small group leader, or simply want to make a real difference in your community, this book offers practical wisdom you can actually use:
● simple steps to help your church better serve struggling families in your neighborhood
● biblical foundations that show why caring for others isn’t optional for Christians
● real success stories from churches that are making a tangible impact in their communities
● practical ideas for prayer, volunteering, and partnerships that don’t require a huge budget
● fresh insights on following Jesus that will deepen your faith and expand your heart
This isn’t about politics. It’s about discipleship.
The Justice of Jesus is perfect for:
· church leaders seeking authentic community engagement
· small groups wanting to study practical discipleship
· Christians curious about faith-based social action
· anyone asking, “How can my faith make a real difference?"
Thomas doesn’t just point out problems; he provides hope and concrete solutions. Drawing from Scripture and real-world examples, he shows how ordinary believers can do extraordinary things when they embrace Jesus’s vision for justice and healing.
The Justice of Jesus will inspire you with achievable ways to live out your faith more fully and help your church become a beacon of hope in your community.
From the Back Cover
Prioritizing Justice in Our Church Pulpits, Budgets, and Theology
The history of the Western church is stained by injustice. The impulse to resist justice and look the other way has harmed the church and the people it aims to serve. But a different future is possible.
Drawing on the example of courageous majority-world and western churches, global human rights leader Joash Thomas explores the relationship of justice to our budgets, pulpits, and theology and provides practical steps for pursuing liberation and wholeness.
”Filled with truth and grace, The Justice of Jesus invites Western Christians to rethink what it is that God requires of us."
--Kristin Kobes Du Mez, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus and John Wayne
"Joash Thomas is a gift to the world, and so is this book. I’m so glad Joash loves the church enough to critique it. Pass this book on to everyone you know."
--Shane Claiborne, author, activist, and cofounder of Red Letter Christians
"Joash’s deep love for the church shines from every page as he invites us all into the group project of liberation."
--Sarah Bessey, editor of the New York Times bestseller A Rhythm of Prayer; author of Field Notes for the Wilderness: Practices for an Evolving Faith
"Pastorally disruptive and brilliantly convicting. This book can change the church if we will let it."
--Beth Allison Barr, professor, Baylor University; New York Times bestselling author of Becoming the Pastor’s Wife
"A timely and courageous gift to the global church, this book will leave you grateful for its depth, clarity, and uncompromising authenticity."
--Danielle Strickland, author, speaker, and advocate
This is a Logos Reader Edition. Learn more.
- Moves beyond viewing justice as a secondary or political issue, framing it instead as a core component of the gospel itself.
- Offers tangible ideas for how congregations can restructure their communities to actively pursue liberation and wholeness.
- Examines how cultural, political, and historical factors have often led to a privatized faith that neglects the communal and societal implications of the gospel.
Contents
Introduction
Part 1: Cheap Justice Versus the Justice of Jesus
1. Why Justice Seems Antithetical to the Western Church
2. The Cost of Just Discipleship
3. How Churches Today Are Prioritizing Justice
Part 2: Decolonizing the Western Church
4. Decolonizing Our Theology
5. Decolonizing Our Communities
6. Decolonizing Our Budgets
Part 3: How Your Local Church Can Prioritize the Justice of Jesus
7. Prayer
8. Advocacy
9. Partnership
Afterword
- Title: The Justice of Jesus: Reimagining Your Church's Life Together to Pursue Liberation and Wholeness
- Author: Joash P. Thomas
- Publisher: Brazos Press
- Print Publication Date: 2025
- Logos Release Date: 2025
- Pages: 192
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
- Subjects: Justice of Jesus; Church's life; Liberation and Wholeness
- ISBNs: 9781493452194, 9781587436666, 1587436663, 1493452193
- Resource ID: LLS:9781493452194
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2025-10-11T07:39:40Z