Within this class, I came to see the importance of addressing the matter of racism. I saw how the gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to overcome racism. Essentially, it is through the demonstration of God’s word that Christians can combat this matter that hinders and separates people within society. Throughout this reaction paper, the following will discussed: my personal journey and view on race relations prior to class, what I learned, agreed and/or disagreed with from classroom discussions, my current outlook on race after taking this course, and an action plan discussing life and ministry concerning gospel-centered race relations.
Growing up as a child, race was not a barrier for me to overcome. Within my childhood, I recall playing with kids of other races. This is probably so because I was taught to treat others in a …show more content…
My view on race prior to this class was that though, as human beings, we may come from different ethnicities, it is crucial to still treat one another with the love of Christ. This matter regarding race relations shaped my view of the subject by revealing the importance of treating others with kindness despite their ethnicity or racial background. Scripture teaches in Matthew 7:12 that a person ought to do unto others as he or she would have others do unto him or her. This teaching within the scripture has influenced my treatment of others as well as my relationships with others of another race or ethnicity. Initially, as a young child, I was a silent individual who usually did not embrace others unless I was embraced. However, transitioning from childhood into adulthood, I came to see the significance of living out God’s word. With that being so, I have come to learn and understand that as a follower of Christ, I must treat others the way I would want to be treated. Despite the stereotypes within society, I understand that it is essential to be fair in one’s treatment of
Growing up as a child, race was not a barrier for me to overcome. Within my childhood, I recall playing with kids of other races. This is probably so because I was taught to treat others in a …show more content…
My view on race prior to this class was that though, as human beings, we may come from different ethnicities, it is crucial to still treat one another with the love of Christ. This matter regarding race relations shaped my view of the subject by revealing the importance of treating others with kindness despite their ethnicity or racial background. Scripture teaches in Matthew 7:12 that a person ought to do unto others as he or she would have others do unto him or her. This teaching within the scripture has influenced my treatment of others as well as my relationships with others of another race or ethnicity. Initially, as a young child, I was a silent individual who usually did not embrace others unless I was embraced. However, transitioning from childhood into adulthood, I came to see the significance of living out God’s word. With that being so, I have come to learn and understand that as a follower of Christ, I must treat others the way I would want to be treated. Despite the stereotypes within society, I understand that it is essential to be fair in one’s treatment of