Racism

Higher Ground Church

Racism

Selected Scriptures

September 12, 2021 • Josh Valdez

Critical Race Theories suggest that racism is benefiting from a system that oppresses minorities. Is this what Christians should believe? In this message Josh Valdez reviews theories of race and shows what the Bible says concerning racism.

Activism

October 3, 2021 • Josh Valdez

How does the church confront racism and injustice in society? In message, Pastor Josh Valdez shows that for Christians, activism is found in Gospel preaching and Gospel living.

Justice

September 26, 2021 • Ethan Quimby • Romans 8:1–4

Does God want equality for all? Is redistribution of wealth a biblical ideal? According to the Bible, justice is rooted in God's just character, is achieved through justification, and is produced by just living from justified people. In this sermon, Ethan Quimby contrasts social justice and biblical justice.

Reconciliation

September 19, 2021 • Josh Valdez • Ephesians 2:11–22

Racism is the condition of the heart because the heart is depraved. How does God overcome racism? In this message, Josh Valdez unpacks Ephesians 2:11-22, where we see Christ's reconciliation of races through Gospel power.