Activist Terence Lester knows it's hard to change the world. But mobilizing and using our gifts in collaboration with others empowers us to do more than we ever could on our own. Offering practical ways for us to get involved as groups, families, churches, and communities, Lester shows how the body of Christ can transform society when we stand together.
The book emphasizes the importance of recognizing and acknowledging those who are often overlooked, such as the poor and homeless. Through personal stories and encounters, Terence Lester urges readers, particularly Christians, to challenge their misconceptions about poverty and to see individuals as Jesus does. By understanding the stories of these "invisible" people, readers can restore dignity and foster empathy, ultimately leading to compassionate actions and a deeper awareness of their own spiritual poverty. The call to love serves as a catalyst for justice and understanding.
The more you understand someone's history, the better you can see their humanity. Terence Lester shares the buried history of the struggles that Black people have faced against unjust systems, paving the way for the church to move beyond showing support from a distance toward long-term solidarity, advocacy, and friendship.
When Zion joins her dad at work, she discovers that a day at the community center brings new and wonderful people into her life. Inspired by real events, this children's book allows kids and adults to learn with Zion about people experiencing homelessness and see how she is moved to respond as she recognizes that all people matter to God.