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John Perkins
John Perkins is an evangelist and civil rights activist whose work in community development has reshaped evangelical Christian thinking and action on multiracial ministry and serving the poor. A 1982 CT cover called him “prophet to the church, servant to the people.”
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Public Theology Project
Why John Perkins Stood (Almost) Alone
The civil rights leader treated love of God and love for others as inseparable.
John Perkins, in Life and Facing Death
“If we are going to help others understand who Jesus is, our own lives must reflect his character and love.”
Review
Racial Reconciliation Is on the Move
The gospel shouldn’t just change our hearts. At times, it should also change our addresses.
The Russell Moore Show
Listener Questions for Russell Moore and Beth Moore
Russell and Beth respond to a live audience.
Why John Perkins Didn’t Want More White Christians like Jonathan Edwards
A violent and sinful history calls for a clearer presentation of the gospel.
News
How a Confederate Memorial Became a Multiracial Worship Site
A two-year partnership of hundreds of Atlanta pastors brought the church together at an unlikely destination. Could more cities follow their lead?
The Calling
John Perkins On The Day He Finally Understood The Bible
How a textual discovery led to a life-long call to vindicate the poor, his community, and his own family name.
Review
John Perkins Has Hope for Racial Reconciliation. Do We?
The civil rights hero delivers his “final manifesto” on race and the church’s call to unity.
Excerpt
John Perkins: I Wish I Had Done More to Help Poor White People
An excerpt from ‘Dream with Me: Race, Love, and the Struggle We Must Win.’
