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Are you ready for a new way to seek justice – an ancient way to know God?
Finally, a practical guide on how to do justice and grow in discipleship —from those on the frontlines of the battle in the world’s darkest and most dangerous places. Jim Martin and International Justice Mission are experts not only at bringing rescue to victims of violence, sex trafficking, slavery, and oppression, but also, at bringing churches into the fight, through concrete steps that actually make a difference. Learn how to carry out one of the Bible’s core commands—to seek justice—in a way that amounts to more than mere words and good intentions. In the process, you’ll discover one of the most powerful tools to grow faith and deepen discipleship. In The Just Church, Martin shares tangible, accessible strategies to respond to God’s call to seek justice, defend the widow and orphan, and rescue the oppressed . . . whether in far-off places or right in your own community

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Deep spiritual maturity―where God is known intimately, where prayer actually feels like the essential lifeline it truly is, and where joy emerges from the profound sense of having “been in on” King Jesus’ work as he does the seemingly impossible―is not a pursuit for the faint of heart. It requires facing risk, fear, failure, and tragedy. But if we want to experience it, this book shows the way. For the justice journey not only brings hope to victims of abuse; it transforms us profoundly along the road. -- Dr. Amy L. Sherman, Senior fellow, Sagamore Institute --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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What’s more important―justice or discipleship? The answer is both . . . and the time to engage is now.
In The Just Church, Jim Martin invites you to follow the God of justice into some of the most fertile ground for discipleship there is―and to revive your own soul through renewed faith and a deeper experience of God.

Martin and International Justice Mission are on the front lines of the battle for justice in the world’s darkest and most dangerous places. They’ve become experts not only at bringing rescue to victims of violence, sex trafficking, slavery, and oppression, but also at bringing churches into the fight through concrete actions that actually make a difference. Martin has seen firsthand the amazing things that happen―both in them and through them―when churches join the fight for justice.

The Just Church shares tangible, accessible strategies to help your church respond to God’s call to seek justice, defend the widow and orphan, and rescue the oppressed in far-off places and right in your own community. Whether you’re already committed to doing justice in God’s name and want to mobilize others around you or you’re newly awakening to God’s call, The Just Church is the key resource you need to see real change take place in the world, in your church . . . and in yourself.

“Learn to do good; seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan, plead for the widow.” (Isaiah 1:17) --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN : B0088NXRHY
Publisher : Tyndale Momentum (September 21, 2012)
Publication date : September 21, 2012
Language : English
File size : 937 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
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Print length : 289 pages
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Naomi Liz

Excellent Resource for Church Members and Leaders

Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2013

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The Just Church is an excellent read about the connection of justice and discipleship. The first half lays a foundation using pertinent real-life examples, while the second half is highly practical (a "how-to" that's not intended to be a GPS with a definite end point, but rather a compass and a map to help a church explore uncharted territory and see where God might lead them in ministry). I've been involved this year with something of a Justice Learning Community/Task Force within my own church, and we have found ourselves doing many of the practices he suggests. However, I do wish we had found this resource much earlier in the process, as it is not only highly practical but also consistently reminds us of the importance of prayer and spiritual disciplines as the sustenance for this journey.
I found myself wanting to rush through the first portion of the book (which lays the foundation for justice work as discipleship) as I was reading, but as I moved toward the end of the book, I saw how practical and important this first section was. In some ways, I wish this were two separate books, as I feel the first portion would be excellent and relevant for many church members to read, but that folks who are not leading/mobilizing/strategizing might get bogged down by the second, highly practical section. However, I suspect that many of those interested enough in reading reviews about this book will be already involved or seeking to engage their church in the work of justice ministry. For this, I would highly recommend it as a wonderful resource and tool for your journey.

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Eric Teachout

Excellent combination of "why" & "how" for churches discovering justice ministry

Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2015

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I am an American young adult and read this book while serving with Jim Martin's organization, International Justice Mission (IJM), in South Asia for a one-year internship. For all the churches who supported me, I was the first worker in justice ministry whom they had given financial and prayer backing. In my coming-home testimony/report before each congregation, I decided to share a copy of THE JUST CHURCH with the church leaders for them to discern their future engagement with IJM and justice ministry in general. The subjects of "social justice", "trafficking", and "slavery" press on the conscience of the Western church today, yet these terms seem as nebulous and little understood as the church's role towards them. THE JUST CHURCH is what is promises: an excellent combination of "why" and "how" for the Body of Christ to fulfill his call to justice ministry. This call will not diminish in poignancy or necessity. By taking in godly guidebooks like this with a teachable attitude, we invite the transformation necessary for becoming God's administrators of justice. Let's get to it!

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Kimberly

A Must Read for Christians and Church Leaders

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2012

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The Just Church: Becoming a Risk-Taking, Justice-Seeking, Disciple-Making Congregation by Jim Martin is the book many church leaders and Christ followers have been looking for. In fact, the title alone had me at "hello."

Scripture teaches that God is a God of justice who calls His people to walk in His ways. But what does that look like for the church today? How can churches engage the issue of injustice in a biblical, relevant, effective and sustainable way? Author Jim Martin prescribes two necessary character traits in order to do so: courage and humility. Martin also provides a biblical foundation, practical tools, life experience as a pastor, testimonies to encourage, as well as insight into the work of the International Justice Mission. Interwoven throughout are stories of others following Jesus by taking risks and seeking justice for the good of others who are made in the image of God. I highly recommend this book for every Christian in general and church leaders in particular.

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Mark Fisher

The why and the way for God's people to "do justice"

Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2012

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In "The Just Church: Becoming a risk-taking, justice-seeking, disciple-making congregation," author Jim Martin, International Justice Mission's (IJM) Vice President of Church Mobilization, points out: "With the understandable exception of idolatry, the Old Testament addresses injustice with greater frequency than any other issue."

After setting that stage about God's heart for justice, which Martin defines for the purpose of the book as "violent oppression of the most vulnerable in the world," he then makes the bold proposition that speaking up (and standing up) for those who are victimized by oppressors goes beyond loving others and obeying God. Martin successfully argues that: "Through the pursuit of justice we find our way to deep intimacy with a God who loves us and calls us into his work not only for the good of others, but for our own good as well. The work of justice, therefore, is as much about discipleship as it is about mission."

By challenging churches to approach the mission of justice with both courage and humility, Martin explains that a process of encountering, exploring, and then engaging in justice that gives churches "a better fuel." His reason for laying out such a road map is because "a well-prepared, well-trained church [is] just what the victims of injustice in our communities and around the world deserve."

IJM's victorious track record in the work of bringing freedom to captives and relief to the afflicted through the power of Jesus is a compelling sign that God is blessing the work of their hands. As good and faithful servants, they depend on God in every step they take as Christian soldiers confronting evil boldly while building bridges along the journey and thanking God for using them to exercise justice on earth.

Just as IJM's vision statement "To rescue thousands, protect millions and prove that justice for the poor is possible" is aggressive, so is Martin's vision for the church: "Our goal in the Church Mobilization team at IJM is unapologetically ambitious. What we seek is nothing short spiritual awakening in the global body of Christ, igniting an unparalleled passion for biblical justice evidenced in the church's reputation for humble and courageous service to victims of violent oppression."

Martin's book provides a sound blueprint with biblical depth, inspiring examples, and practical tools to rally God's people and guide them to becoming greater disciples of Jesus with stronger faith while achieving God's will on earth as it is in heaven. Every church member, from newly saved youth to seasoned pastors, should commit themselves to this justice journey, enlightened and emboldened by the call and direction in Martin's book.

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The first half of the book is excellent about how the church should be concerned about justice, but then it becomes very prescriptive about how to create a just church. I thoroughly enjoyed the first half of the book but got bogged down in the second hald and failed to finish it.

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Gordon

Excellent resource for congregational mission leaders

Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2013

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Jim Martin's contribution is important in two ways. First, he raises his voice with others to rescue the Biblical concept of justice for those on the margins. This term should not be confused with the supreme court or most legal cases before judges. Justice is the work of God's people to address the evils of their time that oppress the poor and voiceless. The work of lawyers and courts is simply part of the process. Second, Martin is a missiologist who believes in the work of local churches. He writes helpfully about grounding justice initiatives in the mission strategy of local congregations, the need to go deeper with issues and opportunities to draw on the gifts, abilities and passions of church members. Thank you Jim Martin. Gordon King, Director of Church and Constituency Relations, Canadian Baptist Ministries.

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Kamal Raj

A must read book for any Follower of Jesus

Reviewed in India on July 22, 2019

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This book will completely transform the perspective of what Church is. This Book give us a Clarity and tenacity how the Church can be involved in the work of Justice.

Dawn

good book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 26, 2013

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I would recommend this to anyone interested in being active in their faith and making a difference in the world.

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