The Social Principles of Jesus

"The Social Principles of Jesus" by Walter Rauschenbusch is an early 20th-century learning resource that examines the social and moral beliefs of Jesus, highlighting their importance for today's problems. The book explains Jesus' lessons for current readers, especially those in study groups at colleges and seminaries. It begins by stating its goal and how it's organized, clarifying that it's not about Jesus' life or religious rules, but about understanding His social ideas. Rauschenbusch shares Jesus' main beliefs about how important life is, how people are connected, and what those beliefs mean for solving society's problems. His approach is thoughtful, pushing readers to carefully consider Jesus' central messages and how they relate to ethical issues in modern life.