Racism and Faith

Racism: "a hatred toward, devaluing of, and discriminating against certain people because of their ethnicity or the color of their skin."

Four Pictures of Racism

• My race is the “default” race.
• Stereotyping minority cultures.
• Insensitive and ignorant of the plight of other races.
• Not open to having a conversation.

Three Biblical Truths

• Humanity: Genesis 1:26, Acts 17:26 
• Cross of Christ: Ephesians 2:13; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20
• Kingdom of God: Revelation 5:9; Galatians 3:28

Four Action Steps:

• Affirm the Dignity of All People.
• Fight for Justice
• Move towards people who are not like us.
• Ask God to check our hearts.