More Than Equals: Racial Healing for the Sake of the Gospel (Paperback)

by Spencer Perkins (Author), Chris Rice (Author) "AS A BLACK CHRISTIAN I THOUGHT OUR FREEDOM STRUGGLE IN THE sixties would lead to reconciliation..." (more)
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Spencer Perkins and Chris Rice set out a bold, practical plan for racial reconciliation which has as its motivation more than harmonious living--namely, a witness to the truth and power of the Gospel.

Product Details

• Paperback: 244 pages
• Publisher: Intervarsity Pr (May 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830813187
• ISBN-13: 978-0830813186
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,817,139 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Christian solution to America's race problems, October 14, 1999

By	John J. Henderson (Memphis, TN United States) - See all my reviews

A wonderful book! Rice and Perkins hold nothing back as they show that the race problems in America cannot be worked out simply by passing laws. The only way true healing can take place between hostile races is through Christ's unconditional love for all of us. They strongly encourage churches to open their doors and arms to people of different races and cultures and to work out their differences through God's Grace rather than simply passing legislation. This book offers strong, proven examples of black and white Christians learning to live and worship together in Jackson, MS. Highly recommended!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reconciliation ahead, July 24, 2002

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This review is from: More Than Equals: Racial Healing for the Sake of the Gospel (Paperback)

A friend of mine and I read this book. We both have had experiences of being in all-Black and all-White congregations and the authors are right on target. This is definitely a must read for all that are concerned about reconciling the races for the greater cause of Christ. 5 stars!

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Is racial harmony possible? Yes AND No!, May 7, 2004

By	R. Kirkham "jrkirkham" (Rushville, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: More Than Equals: Racial Healing for the Sake of the Gospel (Paperback)

Spencer Perkins and Chris Rice offer us a vivid portrayal of two men from extremely different backgrounds coming together with their families in true Christian community. The book is open and honest. It will help to lift the cultural blinders we all wear.

IS IT EASY? No, this book describes the self sacrifice, forgiveness, and difficulty of such an endeavour with great detail.

IS IT POSSIBLE? Yes AND No. The book ends happily ever after, but the true friendship between Spencer Perkins and Chris Rice did not. Only a week before he died of heart failure at the age of 44 Perkins spoke of his difficulties in dealing with "White Folks" and the need to forgive. In a July 13, 1998 issue of Christianity Today Perkins describes how after more than 10 years of partnership with Chris Rice they still came to what seemed like insurmountable obstacles in their relationship, but they worked through it.

WHY STRUGGLE? Because it is the right thing to do. God calls us to a ministry of reconciliation. Relationships are difficult, especially relationships with people from different backgrounds. It is not easy to remain married for 50 years, but the ones who make it are the ones who don't give up.

WHY READ THIS BOOK? It will encourage you to embrace the struggle. It will help you see others from a different perspective. It will help you to grow. It may change your life.