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As followers of Jesus, and as Christian minimalists, we are invited by Jesus into a life of service. Jesus calls us to specific ways of serving others, using our God-given spiritual gifts and skills. Let us pray about how God could be calling us to serve others in Jesus’ name. Oftentimes the issues that we are passionate about end up being our calling. We are called to serve others on many different levels.
Locally: What are some social justice issues in your local community and region? How can people be fed, clothed, housed?
Nationally: What could be ways you are called to point out and work toward ending economic disparity in our country? How could you be a person who works to tear down systems of oppression and inequality?
Globally: How can our world be more just and loving, like Jesus? How can you partner with others to be a force of good on a global scale?
Educate yourself and others on justice issues; stay informed and read news stories that aim to shed light on injustice and inequality in our world.
This message is excerpted from “The opposite of radical generosity” by Becca Ehrlich in the July/August 2021 Gather magazine.