Chris Reighley

Founder of Shoe Leather Gospel and fellow pilgrim on the journey of faith. I teach Scripture with clarity and warmth to help believers put truth in their shoes and walk with Christ through every step of life.

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Biblical Justice Teaching for Today

Biblical justice teaching begins with God’s character and leads to a life shaped by mercy and righteousness. These resources offer clarity and compassion for a world longing for restoration. Walk deeper into justice rooted in Scripture and lived in love.

  • Religious Liberty in America: God-Given Freedom of Conscience

    Religious Liberty – God-Given Freedom of Conscience

    From Roger Williams to the First Amendment, learn how Scripture fueled America’s defense of freedom of faith.

  • The Fourteenth Amendment and Birthright Citizenship: A Call for Justice and Compassion

    The Fourteenth Amendment and Birthright Citizenship: A Call for Justice and Compassion

    Birthright citizenship is a legal right—but is it a just one? This post unpacks the history of the 14th Amendment and explores a gospel-informed approach to immigration and justice.

  • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Faith, Justice, and Love

    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Faith, Justice, and Love

    Dr. King was more than a civil rights leader—he was a gospel preacher. This post reflects on his legacy of faith, justice, and sacrificial love rooted in Christ.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Part 9: Religious Liberty and International Comparisons

    How does America’s commitment to religious liberty compare globally? See where freedom thrives—and where it struggles.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Part 7: Religious Liberty in the Workplace and Public Sphere

    What does religious liberty look like at work, in schools, and in public life? Uncover the growing tensions and protections today.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Part 6: Modern Challenges and the Rise of RFRA (1990s)

    As religious liberty faced modern legal challenges, RFRA emerged to defend the rights of people of faith. Explore its story.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Part 5: The Civil Rights Era and Minority Faiths

    The fight for civil rights also transformed the understanding of religious freedom. Discover the impact on minority faiths in America.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Part 4: The Expansion of Rights (1900s)

    From courtroom battles to cultural shifts, the 1900s saw major expansions of religious liberty protections. Learn how America’s legal landscape evolved.

  • Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Why Religious Liberty Matters Today

    Religious liberty is more than a constitutional right—it’s essential for human dignity, community, and flourishing. Here’s why it matters now more than ever.