Let’s Live Out the Gospel Together
“. . . put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. Here there is not Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave, free; but Christ is all, and in all” (Col. 3:10–11).
As Christians, we are called to represent the biblical unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and to live out the gospel. Yet, we’re living in a world that’s increasingly divided. Here, you’ll find biblical content, resources, and educational opportunities on the topic of racial reconciliation. Utilize these resources on your own, with your small group, or with your family.
Ways to Get Involved
biblical unity discussion group
The Biblical Unity Discussion Group began in 2013 when a group of men from College Park started informally meeting in a McDonalds to discuss issues of ethnic diversity, race, and the church. Now the group has grown to include a large number of men and women from a multitude of background. The group meets on the first Sunday of each month at 10:45 a.m. in the gym to fellowship, share, listen, and pray together. All are welcome! Learn More
Woven
This ministry is for women and uniquely serves to support our Core Value of biblical unity in diversity through ethnically diverse guided discussion groups. We aspire to cultivate grace-filled relationships and to honor the Lord in how we love one another.
Interested in participating in a Woven group? Complete an interest form.
Biblical Unity Vision Trip
The Biblical Unity Vision Trip is a strategic investment in key leaders and members of our church as we consider how to pursue gospel-driven ethnic harmony under the banner of our Core Value of biblical unity in diversity. Following the path of the Civil Rights Movement, the trip, which takes place each September, includes strategic stops in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Apply for the next trip.
Articles
- Why “Biblical Unity in Diversity?”
- Humility & the Conversation on Race
- Elder Statement on Racial Reconciliation & Justice
- How God Transformed my Perspective on Race
- Repenting from My Racist Past
- Redemption, Race, and Photography: An Interview with Francis Nwosu
- Starting the Conversation on Race
- Talking About Race with My Children
- The Christianity of a Slave
- A Lament for George Floyd
Audio & Video
One People Sermon Series
Podcast Episodes
THINK|19: Biblical Unity in Diversity
The following audio and video content is from the 2019 College Park Church THINK conference. This event featured guest speakers Pastor Bryan Lorritts from Abundant Life Christian Fellowship and Dr. Jarvis Williams from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
- Session 1: What the Book of Hosea Teaches Us About Loving Others
- Session 2: How Christ’s Sacrifice Frees us to Live in Unity
- Session 3: Q&A Panel
- Session 4: One New Redeemed Humanity
- Session 5: The Gospel & Ethnic Reconciliation
- Breakout Session: Suggested Steps Forward in Biblical Unity in Diversity
- Breakout Session: Biblical Unity in Diversity from a Woman’s Perspective
- Breakout Session: Teaching Biblical Unity in Diversity to the Next Generation
- kidTHINK|19 Application Guide
Books
For Adults
- Bloodlines by John Piper (free ebook download available for a limited time)
- Divided By Faith by Michael Emerson & Christian Smith
- The Gospel & Racial Reconciliation by Russell Moore
- Letters to a Birmingham Jail by Bryan Loritts
- One Blood by John Perkins
- One New Man by Jarvis Williams
- The Gospel in Color: A Theology on Racial Reconciliation for Parents (multiple authors)
- United by Trillia Newbell
- Weep With Me by Mark Vroegop
For Children
- God Made Me & You by Shai Linne
- God’s Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell & Catalina Echeverri
- When God Made You by Matthew Paul Turner
