Biblical & Social Justice - What Is It?: An Everyday Person's Guide to Understanding Justice and the Role of the Church in Our Society

by Bryan Hudson

Justice is both a reality and a dream. It is a source of hope and of frustration. Justice, Like a mountain, affords many perspectives depending upon which side one is viewing. For persons who are well-established in life, justice is a wall of protection. For persons struggling with obstacles or battling mistreatment, justice is a door through a wall. The appropriate interaction between biblical justice and civil justice is difficult to define. There is also the term "social justice" which is controversial because of narratives, some intentionally false. The goal of this book is to shine a bright light of insight and educate by increasing understanding of both scriptural and unbiased lessons from history. It is also the aim of this book to bring matters related to racial minorities out of the historical shadows. In a world of false narratives and low information, it is essential that we have a firm grasp of facts, both historical and contemporary. The best opinions and concepts are formed from deep understanding. There are portions of this book that are difficult to read. It is important to accept those portions, not as a stimulus for guilty feelings, but as food for thought and motivation for change. This book will present many insights and opinions, which I will offer as one man's perspective. I trust you will find these insights relevant, reliable, valid, and useful to your life and our times.


1 ~ What is Biblical Justice?
2 ~ Social Justice, Conviction, and Church Engagement
3 ~ Social Justice and Preparedness to Act
4 ~ The Reign of Narratives
5 ~ A Nation Founded on Christian Principles?
6 ~ Christianity v. Christ
7 ~ Dr. King’s Concept of Justice, Letter from the Birmingham Jail
8 ~ May 25, 2020 George Floyd
9 ~ Perceptions, PTSD, Incarceration, & Re-Entry
10 ~ Blessings of Education and Perils of Mis-Education
11 ~ Race Relations, Ten Suggestions
12 ~ In the Words of John Wesley, “Thoughts On Slavery”
13 ~ The Myth OF The Monolith
14 ~ What Can We Do?
15 ~ Success Stories
16 ~ Justice and Governing Authorities
Frequent Statements & Questions
Glossary of Civil Justice

218 pages, Paperback

Published October 12, 2020

About the author

Bryan Hudson has a passion to serve God's purpose in ministry, community, missions to Africa, and digital media. As a senior pastor with more than 38 years experience, empowering people through Bible teaching and practical wisdom is his mission. As an author of 10 books and host of the Firm Foundation Podcast and Blog with over 1000 articles, Bryan is a thinker and commentator on the key issues of our time. Bryan has earned degrees in Bachelor of Theology, Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Science, Master of Science in Instructional Design, and Doctor of Ministry.
He has been recognized for contributions to the State of Indiana and youth mentoring. For 20 years Bryan conducted multimedia empowerment programs for youth to equip the next generation of digital media producers. For 42 years, Bryan has been married to Patricia Ann Hudson (B.A., M.S.), an inner-city public school educator. They have raised four children, have two grandchildren, and reside in Indianapolis, Indiana.