Guide for Faith Groups

Key Questions About Faith in Rev. Lawson's Life for Loving Discussions

1. How did Rev. Lawson’s faith influence his commitment to nonviolence? 

   
   

2. How did Rev. Lawson apply his faith in the practice of nonviolent direct action? 

   
   

3. Rev. Lawson denounced what he called a "dogmatic" practice of Christianity, opposed to interfaith cooperation and respect. How might Rev. Lawson’s approach to interfaith cooperation be applied today? 

   
   

4. Rev. Lawson saw opposition to racism, poverty, and sexism as moral obligations — discuss the religious teachings that may have influenced his perspective and how they can be applied today.