Justice at the Heart of the Gospel: Freedom & Justice Panel Discussion
How is the call to justice woven into the heart of the gospel—and what does it mean for the global Church today?
In this powerful panel hosted by the Lausanne Freedom and Justice Issue Network, leaders from across continents explore how justice, peace, and liberation are not only biblical priorities but essential to evangelism, discipleship, and mission in today’s world.
Panelists
- Marie Ale
- Courtney Reeves
- Sathish Antony
- Morel Hountondji
Key Takeaways
- Justice is central to the gospel—it cannot be separated from evangelism or ignored in mission.
- Younger generations long for churches to address social issues they see in daily life. Engagement, not just prayer, draws them back.
- Liberation theology in Latin America emerged during dictatorship-era suffering—offering the global Church a prophetic model of siding with the oppressed.
- Minority languages and identities matter deeply in mission. Honoring them is essential to true witness and reconciliation.
- Workplace ministries and theology must be rooted in integrity and justice—not just within the Church, but in every sphere of society.
Watch now to explore how the global Church can live out the gospel of freedom and justice in every context—from the streets to the workplace, and from policy to personal discipleship.
00:00 Introduction to Evangelization and Peace
00:38 Panel Introduction and Global Perspectives
01:48 The Role of Justice in Evangelization
05:59 Engaging Younger Generations in the Church
08:43 Workplace Ministry and Corporate Justice
12:11 Lessons from Latin America on Liberation
15:15 Language Identity in Missions
18:14 Theological Reflections on Land and People
20:14 Closing Thoughts and Future Discussions
