Everyday Activism - Following 7 Practices of Jesus to Create a Just World

From the Back CoverHow can you join God in the work of justice and restoration in your everyday life?Activism is more than just signing petitions, attending rallies, having the right job, or engaging in political debates. The key to meaningful and impactful Christian activism is to follow Jesus on a daily basis! In this inspiring and accessible book, pastor J.W. Buck shows you how to engage in seven practices of Jesus to be a faithful activist in the world today, including choosing· thoughtfully resisting over thoughtlessly complying· loving your neighbor over fearing your differences· seeking forgiveness over revenge· resting over endlessly working· practicing nonviolence over violence· and moreIf you've wanted to get involved in justice work but aren't sure where to start, this practical and visually engaging book will show you how you can develop everyday habits drawn from the life of Jesus that make the world a better place."In Everyday Activism, Buck helps us imagine a more just world by living like Jesus on a daily basis. I recommend this book for all Christians who want to see justice roll down."--Dr. John M. Perkins, founder and president emeritus of the John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation and cofounder of the Christian Community Development Association"Everyday Activism is a book that shows us how to love and seek justice from a wholehearted and grounded place. I cannot recommend this book enough."--Osheta Moore, pastor and author of Shalom Sistas and Dear White PeacemakersMany of us think of activism as signing petitions, attending rallies or marches, or engaging in political agendas. But what does it look like to be moved by the things that moved God's heart in the day-to-day? How can we live in such a way that we are always, out of habit, contributing to a more just society?In this inspiring and accessible book, pastor J.W. Buck shows you how to engage in 7 practices to be a faithful activist in the world today, including choosing· thoughtful resistance over thoughtless compliance· loving your neighbor over fearing your differences· seeking forgiveness over revenge· resting over endless working· practicing nonviolence over violence· and moreIf you've wanted to get involved in justice work but aren't sure where to start, this practical and visually engaging book will show you how you can develop everyday habits drawn from the life of Jesus that make the world a better place.About the AuthorJ.W. Buck is a church planter, filmmaker, teacher, and faith-based entrepreneur. With undergraduate degrees in biblical studies and ministry, J.W. has his PhD in intercultural studies, with a focus on the problem of racial violence. He is a cofounder of Pax, a Christian organization designed to inspire and equip the next generation through slow, beautiful, Jesus-centered content created by people of color. He and his wife, Sarswatie, live in Tucson, Arizona, with their three children.