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< BACK TO OUTLINE Previous Next VI. Justice, Community, and Culture 22. Race, Justice, and Gospel Unity We believe every person is created in the image of God and equally valuable in His sight. The gospel of Jesus Christ tears down dividing walls of hostility and makes us one family in Him. We reject racism, prejudice, and partiality in every form, and we affirm the Church’s call to pursue reconciliation, justice, and unity. While cultural definitions of justice shift, we hold to God’s unchanging standard of righteousness and truth. Scripture References: Micah 6:8; Acts 10:34-35; Galatians 3:28; Ephesians 2:14-16 Expanded Explanation: Biblical justice begins with the character of God. He is perfectly righteous, impartial, and compassionate toward the oppressed (Psalm 89:14). Because every person bears His image, all forms of racism, prejudice, or discrimination are sin. In Christ, the dividing wall between peoples has been broken down, creating one new humanity united by His blood (Ephesians 2:14–16). The gospel does more than call for tolerance—it produces reconciliation. Believers are not only forgiven but also made ministers of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18–19). Our unity is not built on culture, ethnicity, or preference but on Christ alone. While culture often redefines justice according to human standards, Scripture grounds it in God’s moral law and love. Biblical justice seeks both righteousness and restoration—it confronts sin and heals wounds. The Church’s role is to model this unity and truth, demonstrating that real reconciliation happens at the cross, where mercy and justice meet. 23. The Role of the Church in Culture We believe the Church is called to be salt and light in the world—living as a faithful presence of God’s truth and love in every sphere of society. Our mission is not to withdraw from culture but to engage it with grace and conviction, showing the beauty of the gospel in both word and action. The Church must stand firm in truth without compromise while extending compassion to all people, reflecting Christ’s heart full of grace and truth. Scripture References: Matthew 5:13-16; John 17:15-18; Romans 12:2; Colossians 4:5-6 Expanded Explanation: Jesus called His followers to be “salt” and “light” (Matthew 5:13–16)—preserving truth, exposing darkness, and displaying the goodness of God in a decaying world. The Church does not retreat from culture in fear, nor does it conform to it for acceptance. Instead, it stands as a redemptive influence, embodying grace and truth just as Christ did (John 1:14). Engaging culture requires both courage and humility. We must speak truth even when it’s unpopular, yet do so with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15). The Church’s witness loses credibility when it sacrifices truth for approval or truthfulness for harshness. Our mission is to reflect God’s kingdom values in the marketplace, media, education, family, and government—living with integrity in every sphere. When believers live this way, the world sees not self-righteousness, but hope. The gospel becomes visible through our compassion, generosity, and integrity, proving that the love of Christ transforms both hearts and communities. 24. Compassion and Mercy We believe God’s heart is for the broken, the hurting, and the forgotten. Jesus modeled perfect compassion, serving the poor, the sick, and the sinner with humility and love. As His followers, we are called to do the same—feeding the hungry, comforting the grieving, and helping the helpless. Acts of mercy are not secondary to the gospel but expressions of it, revealing the love of Christ in tangible ways. Scripture References: Matthew 25:35-40; Luke 6:36; Galatians 6:9-10; James 1:27 Expanded Explanation: Compassion is not optional for the people of God—it’s the heartbeat of the gospel. Jesus’ ministry consistently revealed mercy in action. He healed the sick, welcomed the outcast, and forgave sinners, demonstrating that God’s love meets people in their need. The parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37) illustrates that genuine faith expresses itself in practical care for others, regardless of status or difference. The Church continues this mission by serving those in physical, emotional, and spiritual need. James calls this “pure and undefiled religion” (James 1:27). Acts of mercy are not replacements for evangelism but partners with it, showing that the gospel is both spoken and seen. When believers love in word and deed, they reflect the heart of the Savior who came “not to be served, but to serve” (Mark 10:45). Compassionate ministry draws people toward Christ and builds bridges for the message of salvation. Every act of mercy is a proclamation of His kingdom—a reminder that God still sees, still cares, and still redeems. 25. Love and Unity in the Church We believe love is the defining mark of every follower of Jesus and the foundation of true Christian unity. The Church is one body with many members, united by the Holy Spirit under the lordship of Christ. Though we differ in background and perspective, we are called to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Truth keeps our love grounded; love keeps our truth gracious. Scripture References: John 13:34-35; Romans 12:9-10; Ephesians 4:2-3; Colossians 3:14 Expanded Explanation: Love is the clearest evidence of discipleship (John 13:34–35). Unity within the Church is not uniformity, but harmony—a diversity of gifts, callings, and backgrounds brought together under the lordship of Christ. The Holy Spirit is the bond that holds believers in fellowship, empowering us to forgive, encourage, and serve one another. Unity must be built on both love and truth. Love without truth becomes shallow sentimentality; truth without love becomes harsh legalism. Paul urges believers to “speak the truth in love” so that the body may grow and mature (Ephesians 4:15–16). Maintaining this unity requires humility, patience, and constant grace. When the Church lives in unity, it testifies to the watching world that the gospel is real. Our oneness becomes a living witness to Jesus’ prayer in John 17:21 — “that they may all be one… so that the world will believe.” A divided Church cannot heal a divided world, but a loving Church can reveal the unity of Christ’s heart to all people. Previous Next

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< Back Long Term Care Needs Tutorial Instructor: Amy Varner 1. Entering Long Term Care Needs Go to main care dashboard Click enter care need Change status from “Open” to “Long Term Care” Select the category Other Enter any notes & save 2. Accessing the Long Term Care Bubble on Rock Home Page: Either click ‘Long Term Care’ at the top of the dashboard or scroll down past funerals and you will see the quick view 3. Documenting Care Touches on Long Term Care Needs: Go to the main Care Dashboard with needs listed At the top right, click on ‘Filter Options’ Change the status from ‘Open’ to ‘Long Term Care’ Click ‘apply filter’ You will now only see the long term care needs and can add care touches just like normal Previous Next

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< Back K&K Manufacturing 172 South 6th Street Extension, Milner, GA, USA (770) 228-9974 denise@kandkmfg.com Website About We have served the truck equipment and trailer industry in North America since 1990. Family owned and operated, our company is now entering its second generation of leadership. We are very excited for the future of K&K, and we will never forget how we built a strong reputation for our products. Our success is not measured by earnings, instead by the growing number of loyal friendships that we have made in this industry. These friendships are what have fueled our steady growth over the last two decades. While growing our market share, we continue to offer unsurpassed flexibility when designing and completing your equipment. Throughout North America, We provide quality products built with a prideful craftsmanship that can only be found through a partnership with K&K Manufacturing. Previous Next

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< Back Rock RMS Mass Text Tutorial Instructor: Amy Varner You can send mass text messages to any group or dataview created in Rock RMS. Previous Next

< Back Merge Template Rock Tutorial Instructor: Amy Varner 1. Login to Rock RMS 2. Go to far left icon of a person and click on Group Viewer Select the group you wish to create a merge template for 3. Select the box next to “name” at the top of your group to select everyone in the group 4. Click the icon at the far right that looks like two sheets of paper (it will say something about merge templates when you hover over it) 5. Select the merge template you wish to use Mailing option two is the correct mailing labels The last (or 4th) option under Group Roster section will populate a group roster for you that you can print 6. Click the merge button 7. Your document will save to your downloads folder and you can access it there to print. Previous Next

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< Back Quick Link Tutorial Instructor: Amy Varner You can save any page or link in Rock RMS to have faster access to the page. Previous Next