Andy Hamer

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@taylormjones4 Jesus here embodies compassion and empathy. In order to truly uplift people we must understand their situation. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@IanBerk2 Our piety is judged by our effort, not just the amount we give. We must also consider intent, that we are truly committing ourselves, not just giving out of necessity or pressure. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@lzheng0626 Yes, God evaluates our actions based on our own context and how much effort we actually put in. While the commandments and standards are universal, ultimately God acknowledges that some people have different aids in pursuing God. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@CalpinCj I think the adage "don't judge a book by its cover" has a very Christian message as well. We aren't to judge people, especially unfairly. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@KatieVivacqua Spirituality and worship clearly have an important role in the community. Therefore, in cleaning out the temple, Jesus is bettering the community. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

Jesus carries out stern justice by casting out the market and thieves who were obstructing worship in the temple. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@Allison42604943 True righteousness does not rest in belittling others and judging them, as emphasized in other parts of the gospel. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@pascalmosberger Repentance and its importance reveal the true justice of God. It is the ultimate equalizer, anyone of any background can do it. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@OnkstPeyton Outwardly seeming to be pious will not be rewarded, this is God's justice. Instead, we are evaluated based on our true character that may not be outwardly obvious. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@abbykorak If even a flawed judge may grant justice and reprieve, surely God will as well. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@Michael66858486 God may often deal out tough love, but will never be heartless or indifferent to suffering. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

The tax collector's repentance demonstrates how God acknowledges humility. Prayer and other observances are not simply ritualistic; instead, we must pursue the purer virtues behind them. Being truly contrite is more important than seeming to be. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@soucekr1 Similar to healing the blind and others, miracles subvert the contemporary expectations of the time and illustrate how the downtrodden should also be treated fairly. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@LivKappel Part of virtue and loving God and neighbor means pursuing one's own good, but considering others as well. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@lzheng0626 This is a good point. We shouldn't glorify wealth or poverty, but dispel ideas that poverty connotes an absence of blessing. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@KatieVivacqua Similar to the way Jesus claims the true things will be brought to light. Eventually, people's true nature and loyalties will be exposed. The rich man didn't really care for others. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@JackSimone14 Salvation requires action and generosity. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

The parable of the rich man and Lazarus demonstrates the way Jesus explains what it means to be selfless. Although the rich man may have been seen as virtuous and magnanimous he really wasn't. We have a personal responsibility to uplift others. #DrMTheo111 #JesusSocialJustice

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@soucekr1 Christianity is not necessarily solely private perfectionism, as Mescher puts it. It also requires a certain conduct in acting with others, especially in spiritual guidance.

[Andy Hamer @AndyHamer7]

@taylormjones4 One element of social justice that God embodies is forgiveness. This is not the only element of course. #JesusSocialJustice #DrMTheo111