Fighting Injustice With Art and FaithNäide

To effectively combat injustices like modern slavery, which tragically still binds millions today, we can look back at past successes.

The original abolition movement, working tirelessly in the 18th and 19th centuries, offers invaluable lessons. These injustice-fighters came from all walks of life. They were politicians and preachers, business men and women, artists and poets. They wrote poems and plays, created newsletters and petitions, did book tours and debates. They shook up the world!

By studying the strategies and impact of those who campaigned to end the transatlantic slave trade, we can find inspiration and wisdom for our contemporary struggles for justice.

Historical Highlight:

Among the leading poets of that era, Hannah More (pictured below) stands out for her work to help people see the evils of slavery through the written word. She argued tirelessly that inherent human value not only transcends nations, but race. Her work advanced the social conversation around enslavement in powerful ways, offering creative strategies that remain relevant for abolitionist writers today.

Action Point:

Take a moment to consider the principle of "inherent human value." How does this truth inform your view of all people, regardless of their background or circumstances? Ask God to reveal any biases or blind spots you might have, and pray for a heart that sees others as He does.