Walking Humbly with God

Ruth Padilla DeBorst calls Christians to embrace a life of justice, humility, and compassion, following the example of Jesus Christ. She urges believers to stand in solidarity with the marginalized and oppressed, not for personal gain, but to embody the heart of the gospel. Padilla emphasizes three essential markers of Christian identity: walking humbly with God, loving mercy, and pursuing justice. She challenges the church to confront systems of injustice and to act as agents of God’s compassion, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to bring his kingdom to a world in need.

Talk Outline

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:25 The Commissioning of Jesus’ Followers
02:18 Jesus’ Mission and Prophetic Tradition
05:07 Modern Injustices and Wealth Inequality
06:04 Racism, Environmental, and Gender Inequality
08:06 Digital Divide and Industrial War Machine
09:09 Micah’s Call to Justice and Humility
11:37 Markers of God’s People: Humility, Mercy, and Justice
14:11 Call to Action: Seeking God’s Justice
16:32 Conclusion: A Prayer for Justice and Peace

This recording is from the Fourth Lausanne Congress, held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2024. This gathering brought together global church leaders to collaborate on mission strategies for advancing the gospel. Through plenary sessions, table group discussions, and collaborative workshops, the Congress focused on addressing critical gaps in global mission today.