Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge

Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge to the Church

From time to time prophetic Christian voices rise to challenge our nationâ€™s "original sin." In the twentieth century, compelled by the Spirit of God and a yearning for freedom, the African American church took the lead in heralding the effort. Like almost no other movement before or since, Christian people gave force to a social mission. And, remarkably, they did it largely through nonviolent actions. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.â€™s words and historic efforts as the Moses of this civil rights movement stand out as perhaps the most significant instance of a modern Christian leader acting in a prophetic role to instigate political change. In many ways "The Letter from Birmingham Jail" stands at the center of that movement. In this book African American journalist Edward Gilbreath explores the place of that letter in the life and work of Dr. King. Birmingham Revolution is not simply a work of historical reflection. Gilbreath encourages us to reflect on the relevance of King's work for the church and culture of our day. Whether itâ€™s in debates about immigration, economic redistribution or presidential birth certificates, race continues to play a role in shaping society. What part will the church play in the ongoing struggle?
Country USA
Brand IVP Books
Manufacturer IVP
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 110282
ReleaseDate 2013-11-01
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780830837694

Country	USA
Brand	IVP Books
Manufacturer	IVP
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	110282
ReleaseDate	2013-11-01
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780830837694

Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Epic Challenge to the Church

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