Episode 1: The Surprising Connection Between Atonement and the Work of Justice (w/ Dr. Jeremy Treat)

Just Neighbors

Welcome to the very first episode of Just Neighbors! This is a podcast for every believer who has been transformed by the Gospel and desires to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God and their neighbors in need. Join hosts Jami Kaeb and Ryan MacDonald as they talk with leaders, pastors, and practitioners about how to live a life of biblical justice and compassion.

We have a special guest for this episode of the podcast to help challenge how we think about justice through the lens of atonement. Dr. Jeremy Treat is the pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA in Los Angeles and adjunct professor of theology at Biola University. He also is the author of multiple books, including The Atonement: An Introduction.

“Atonement” refers to the reality that all barriers are removed to our reconciliation with God through the redemptive work of Christ on the cross.

So many of us who have a role in the foster care community care deeply about justice. In this conversation, Jeremy helps us think about atonement not just as something that has occurred between us and God, but something that carries implications for how we interact with our neighbors. Listen in as we explore the theology of atonement and how it should impact our pursuit of justice and compassion in our communities.

Find links to resources mentioned and more in the show notes: https://theforgotteninitiative.org/dr-jeremy-treat-1/