Tag Archives: poverty and wealth

Revolutionary Jesus

Posted on September 15, 2020 by jwfisch

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set … Continue reading →

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How do you know what you worship?

Posted on September 8, 2016 by jwfisch

Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. … Continue reading →

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Fool’s wisdom

Posted on April 1, 2014 by jwfisch

On April Fool’s day it’s only appropriate to think about the foolishness of knowing Christ. For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of … Continue reading →

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Americans in heaven

Posted on February 26, 2014 by jwfisch

There is a very common notion among Christians and churches in America that wealth is a blessing from God. I would be more inclined to say that wealth is much more of a responsibility than it is a blessing. Looking … Continue reading →

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