236 - Political Activity as a Christian and the Compatibility of Social Justice and the Gospel with Eugene Cho

Why do politics matter? Why should Christians be engaged in politics? Is social justice compatible with the gospel? Pastor Eugene Cho joins Be the Bridge founder and podcast host Latasha Morrison on this episode to discuss these questions and more. He brings wise insight into faithful living in this time. You’ll be pastored and encouraged by the words and work of Pastor Cho. He and Latasha remind us that even now Jesus is moving and working.Host & Executive Producer - Latasha MorrisonSenior Producer - Lauren C. BrownProducer, Editor & Music By - Travon PottsTranscriber - Sarah ConnatserQuotes:“There are mornings and days I just go, ‘Lord, what is going on? And how do I serve you and be faithful? How do I be a bridge builder in DC during these very challenging times?’” -Eugene Cho“This is why we have a podcast like this to kind of remind people and to nudge people and to help people realign with some of the most important things. We can get caught up in all the partisanship arguments throughout this pandemic but miss what God is trying to show us or what God is trying to do through us in the midst of that.” -Latasha Morrison“The reality is, the person who tries to do everything will do nothing well. We're not built to do everything. We just don't have the energy, the capacity, and I think our impact will be really minimal.” -Eugene Cho‘There's just so much going on around us. And so sometimes you got to breathe, you got to really absorb the gifts of Sabbath and listening and meditating. And then ask God, "Lord, help me to keep on being present, being persistent, being prayerful, being pastoral, being prophetic. And do it all for your glory." -Eugene Cho“Here's the most simple reason why I believe politics matter:  politics influences policies that ultimately impact people.” -Eugene ChoEugene Cho  eugenecho.com/facebook.com/eugenechoinstagram.com/eugenechobread.org/Dadville:   thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/dadvilleThank you to our sponsor!BetterHelp offers private, affordable online counselingGo to http://betterhelp.com/BeTheBridgeBe The Bridge podcast listeners get  10% off.LISTEN & SUBSCRIBEPodcast link: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/be-the-bridge/Social handles/links:Instagram: @LatashaMorrisonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LatashaMMorrison/Not all views expressed in this interview reflect the values and beliefs of Latasha Morrison or the Be the Bridge organization.