Explore popular quotes and sayings by John M. Perkins.
Last updated on December 18, 2024.
John M. Perkins is an American Christian minister, civil rights activist, Bible teacher, best-selling author, philosopher and community developer. He is the founder and President Emeritus of the John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation with his wife, Vera Mae Perkins. He is co-founder of the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA). Despite being a third-grade dropout, Perkins has been recognized for his work with 17 honorary doctorate degrees from schools including Belhaven University, Virginia University of Lynchburg, Wheaton College, Gordon College, Taylor University, Northern Seminary and Millsaps College. He has served on the Boards of Directors of World Vision and Prison Fellowship. Perkins has advised and/or served on the Presidential Task Forces of five U.S. Presidents. He is the author of 17 books, including the best-selling One Blood: Parting Words to the Church on Race. For more information on Perkins' Manifesto and Master Class go to johnmperkins.com
The big deal is we think the power is in us individuallythe power is in us collectively. It is in the church.
Justice goes across racial and economic barriers - like the good Samaritan.
The poor need the motivation, the incentives, the skills, the education so they can help themselves.
There is no reconciliation until you recognize the dignity of the other, until you see their view- you have to enter into the pain of the people. You've got to feel their need.
Education is not a luxury in modern American society-it is essential for survival.
We live out our call most fully when we are a community of faith with arms wrapped about a community of pain.
Godly leadership is not about attaining recognition or glory; it's about serving others.