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Poverty Traps The poor are always with us – so there’s plenty to do

The conflict between evangelism and social actions within the church is what has shaped the church’s response to how to address the question of poverty. This article traces the answer of the church throughout history. It shows that the difference between biblical and secular charity is that one is led by love while the other is led by guilt.

The Economics of the Minimum Wage and the Christian Response

This article shows that minimum wage law hurts the poor it seeks to help, it takes away their freedom to create their own work or get work themselves, and it is against the biblical principle of charity. Therefore, it should not be embraced by Christians as a way of alleviating poverty.

Sell Your Possessions and Give to the Poor’: A Theological Reflection on Jesus’ Teaching Regarding Personal Wealth and Charity

This article shows the impact that Matthew 19:16-26, Luke 12:33, and Luke 14:33 have on personal wealth and charity. It shows this by looking at how the church in history interacted with these texts, and what Jesus meant by them, and then it draws implication for the church today.

On Charity

This article speaks about addressing differences in doctrine with love and charity. The author uses the example of idolatry discussed in 1 Corinthians 8-10.

What the Needy Need

"Some churches that emphasize a strong Bible-preaching pulpit are less vigorous in ministries of mercy". This article is about mercy ministry (charity), and looks at the relation of biblical doctrine and good deeds, and the relation of mercy ministry and salvation.

The Christian and work - Part 1

In these articles about the Christian and work, the author focuses on labour, laziness, idleness and rest. The relation of work and sustenance and charity is also mentioned. The author also discusses our career from a Christian viewpoint, as a divine vocation. What is the purpose of work?

Matthew 25:31-46 – Serving Christ's Brethren

This article is on Matthew 25:31-46, and it shows on what kind of charity the Lord Jesus focuses in this passage. It also mentions charity ministries and its relation to this passage.

Acts 2:44 – Commune or Communion?

This article on Acts 2:44 is about responsibility with possessions, and charity.

The Task of the Deacons

This article is about the deacon's task to comfort the congregation and to help them in their service to God and people. Their task is to show the relation of the love from God to the love of the neighbour. They must also work with the receiving and giving of goods, and help the congregation in their charity work.

The Interests of Others

This article is about charity and showing the goodness of God in society. 2 Corinthians 8:9 is also discussed.

John Calvin: A Man of Compassion

In this article, the author shows how John Calvin was a man of compassion. John Calvin's self-denial, charity, and enjoyment is also discussed. Calvin's view of the poor and the rich, and his view on economics is also mentioned by the author.