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 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 Bible's core message on justice is found in the concepts of mishpat (justice) and tsedeq (righteousness). God commands believers to actively pursue fairness and defend the rights of the vulnerable—the poor, the widow, and the orphan (Proverbs 31:8-9). This is an essential part of faith, as demonstrated by Jesus (Matthew 25:40), who demands that we let "justice roll on like a river" (Amos 5:24).

A Christian response to "woke politics" requires discernment. We must affirm the mandate for justice and mercy (Micah 6:8) when real injustices are highlighted. However, we must reject the unbiblical philosophies that deny universal sin and objective truth (Colossians 2:8). The Christian's ultimate focus is on identity in Christ (Colossians 3:11) and the ministry of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18), responding to all dialogue with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15).

A Christian must approach Critical Race Theory (CRT) with discernment. While CRT’s focus on systemic injustice aligns with the prophets who condemned institutional sin (Isaiah 3:14), its philosophical roots conflict with core doctrine. Specifically, the Bible teaches identity in Christ transcends race (Colossians 3:11), and sin is a universal heart condition (Romans 3:23), not just a structural power problem. The Christian mandate is to seek reconciliation through the Gospel (2 Corinthians 5:18).

Where would Jesus land on the political spectrum? We look past the labels to examine how Christ's radical teachings on justice, poverty, and personal holiness both align with and challenge the core principles of both the Republican and Democrat platforms.