Sharing God’s abundance
Christian leaders must situate this economic moment in the full story of God’s work. By both assuming responsibility and having faith God will provide, we find freedom and abundance, says the Rev. Janice Virtue.
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Lillian Daniel: Giving up spending for Lent
If you think giving up chocolate or meat for Lent is hard, try giving up spending.
Rendering unto God
What’s the best way to raise money during an economic crisis? Experts say focusing on “faith-raising,” not fundraising, is the key.
Jason Byassee: The (Muslim) way out of the financial crisis
Traditional Islamic lending and investing has held up well despite the current financial meltdown. Do Christians have a wise word on finance for such a time as this?
Richard J. Mouw: What to say about the downturn?
What do institutional leaders say about the financial downturn? If we are speechless, we can turn to Christians in the financial sector who are themselves trying to make sense of this.
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Crisis and faith
The current economic crisis is hitting Christian organizations hard. Keeping the church financially healthy while staying true to its mission requires honesty, courage and planning as well as faith.
Finding grace in layoffs
A pastor seeks an answer to the question: What is the Christian way to lay off someone?
Campbell Harvey: 'We need to act boldly'
Dealing with the global economic crisis isn’t easy for people managing the finances of small organizations. But it does offer opportunities for leadership, says Campbell R. Harvey of Duke’s Fuqua School of Business.
An unexpected offering
A conversation with a stranger provides a reminder that financial decisions, especially during challenging times, must reflect our convictions.
Holy money
In times of economic upheaval, it’s especially important to articulate a positive theology of money.
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