Tag Archives: capitalism
Turning the World Upside Down
This Christmas season, we have touched on a wide variety of topics as we have investigated what the hymns in Glory to God say about justice for the church and for individuals. Some of what our authors have shared has … Continue reading
God or Mammon: A Short Theological Reflection on Wealth and Grace
Matthew 19:16-30 I’m sure you’re familiar with the story. A rich young man approaches Jesus and asks what he must do to gain eternal life. Jesus comes off a bit nonplussed at first, since it should be quite obvious what … Continue reading
A New Old Way: Reforming Church in Light of Solidarity
The Book of Acts paints a beautiful picture of the intensely radical vision and practice of the early church: a place where all were of one heart and spirit, and everyone shared what they had voluntarily. The rich sold their … Continue reading
The Road Out of the Wilderness
Some wandered in desert wastelands, finding no way to a city where they could settle. They were hungry and thirsty, and their lives ebbed away. Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from … Continue reading