Is Jesus a Communist or a Capitalist? Christian Responses to Poverty
On March 3, 2014, over 320 Azusa Pacific University (APU) students from across different disciplines as well as local community members gathered for a two-part debate entitled “Is Jesus a Communist or a Capitalist? Christian Responses to the Problem of Poverty.”
Friday Five: The Secret to a Healthy Society
This week’s round-up considers the cost of cultural and moral relativism in our present age, how suffering can bring life, and more.
How Sheldon Silver’s Scandal Reveals Albany’s Corruption
New York officials are now empowered to dole out massive sums with little oversight, and the reams of red tape and extensive carve-outs ensure that a sizeable constituency in the private sector is dependent on this largesse year in and year out.
Christianity and Politics: The Church of England’s Fresh Approach
The Church of England recently addressed a letter to U.K. voters laying out a new public strategy that may surprise both Republicans and Democrats—actually advocating for the common good, and giving individuals and smaller groups more control over their own lives.
Friday Five: Is Government the Enemy?
This week’s round-up includes a conservative defense of government, an interview with a Congressman and Member of Parliament on policies that help the poor, and more.
Gentrification: A Blessing or a Plague?
For those of us living in any one of America’s large cities (New York, Washington, etc.), gentrification is likely a term we are familiar with. Over the last decade or so, these cities—many of which had become known for their high levels of poverty and crime—have experienced an influx of wealthy, educated residents.
Why Obstacles Matter
On a recent trip to the Dominican Republic, I accompanied a group of donors to visit a few of the entrepreneurs served by HOPE International’s wonderful partner, Esperanza. One of the women we met wasn’t a typical success story.
Social Isolation and the Workplace of the Future
The workplace of the future will seek to balance the priorities of reducing social isolation, building social capital, and increasing flexibility.
Friday Five: Demographic Changes and the Future of America
This week’s collection includes a new report on demographic changes in America, an explanation for why Jesus spent much of his life as a carpenter, and more.
