The Bible commands Christians to seek justice and restitution for victims of wrong, especially the oppressed (Micah 6:8). This principle supports the concept of reparations—the repair of past harm—as a valid mechanism for addressing historical injustices like slavery and systemic oppression. However, supporting a specific policy is a matter of wisdom and practical application, not biblical command. Christians must evaluate any reparations proposal based on its effectiveness in achieving true reconciliation, its fairness in implementation, and its ability to empower future generations without relying on resentment or entitlement.

The Bible establishes that all civil authority, including police and government, is instituted by God to maintain order, restrain evil, and dispense justice (Romans 13:1-4). Christians are commanded to submit to these authorities, recognizing their role as God's "servants" who bear the "sword." This submission is balanced by the call for Christians to actively pursue biblical justice (Micah 6:8) and to obey God over man when civil law contradicts divine law (Acts 5:29).

The Christian response to systemic injustice and police brutality is rooted in the biblical mandate to seek justice (Micah 6:8) and affirm the image of God in every person (Genesis 1:27). This response requires both prophetic critique of oppressive systems and compassionate engagement to work for righteousness, peace, and reconciliation within the existing governing structures (Romans 13:4).  

The question of supporting Israel requires distinguishing between the Jewish people (God's chosen nation with irrevocable covenants) and the modern State of Israel (a political entity). While Christians are biblically mandated to bless and love the people (Romans 11:29; Genesis 12:3), our ultimate loyalty is to the Kingdom of God, which demands we pursue justice, kindness, and peace for all people (Micah 6:8; Matthew 5:9). Therefore, Christian support should be principled—affirming God's promises while challenging all parties toward righteousness.

A Christian response to the BLM movement must affirm the sacred value of all Black lives (the Imago Dei) and the biblical mandate to act justly (Micah 6:8). This requires discerning between the need for justice and secular philosophies that contradict the universal nature of sin (Romans 3:23) and the truth that identity is ultimately in Christ (Galatians 3:28). The Christian's primary response is the ministry of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18), exercised through listening, lamenting, and advocating for righteous systemic change.