These sorts of questions might spring to mind:
Can't we just remember and use some part of a sermon that seems relevant?
Can't we simply apply "love your neighbour as yourself" and leave it at that?
What about complex situations like structural injustice on a global scale?
How can we make a Christian judgement about these issues if we are not experts?
What to do? Where to start? Well, let's start where we are.
Think about any occasions when you have asked yourself or been asked "what does the gospel, or the church, say about this"?
What occasions spring to mind?
What do you actually do when you begin to answer? Think about the steps you follow.
Do you feel satisfied with what you do?
Do you feel or think your answers are right?
What questions do you want to ask about the process you follow?
Go on now to the tales of the bishop and the judge. We'll do some analysis of them in a minute.
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