The Apostle Paul wrote that Christians should not be unequally yoked with unbelievers since light can have no fellowship with darkness (2 Corinthians 6:14). Of course, Christians encounter unbelievers everywhere; thus, it is difficult to avoid the unbeliever. Unfortunately, many Christian’s take the command too literally and avoid any contact with unbelievers altogether, and in the process, fail to fulfill Jesus other command to disciple all nations (Matthew 28:19). Ultimately, Paul was talking about bad company or unequally yoked relationships such as in business or marriage instead of complete avoidance of the unbeliever.
Since Christians and unbelievers are everywhere, the likelihood that the Christian and unbeliever will work together
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The objection, in this case, might be based on the possibility of doing a disservice to God by compromising Christian principles in support of a secular based moral objective or principle concerning the poor. My argument against such an objection would be based on Proverbs 14:31. Thus, refusing to work with unbelievers in feeding the hungry and caring for the poor would be an act of oppression towards the poor on the Christian’s behalf. Furthermore, refusing to work with non-Christians in caring for the poor and feeding the hungry is not only a disservice, but an insult to our Creator. Feeding the hungry and caring for the poor is a common concern, and not only is feeding the hungry and caring for the poor the Christian thing to do, it is also the right thing to do (Deuteronomy …show more content…
A few of those situations and scenarios might involve Christians and unbelievers consorting and working together on community events, humanitarian causes, and in the arts and entertainment industry. Furthermore, Christian employers may have a need for a certain brand of skilled worker that exists outside of Christian circles. In such cases, the Christian employer may recruit unbelievers that possess the skill that is needed. Refusing to consort with unbelievers during community events, and in support of humanitarian causes may prevent the Christian believer from doing the right thing in the sight of God (Deuteronomy 6:8). In addition, refusing to consort with unbelievers during community events and in support of humanitarian causes allows the Christian to appear conceited (Romans 10:14) in the eyes of the unbeliever. Lastly, refusing to consort with an unbeliever during community events and in support of humanitarian causes may prevent the believing Christian from displaying God’s grace (1 Peter 4:10). A Christian employer may hire unbelievers to fill a specific need. Although some may object, the Christian employer who hires unbelievers may use the hiring of unbelievers as an opportunity to preach Jesus Christ (Romans 10:14) through Christian principles and practices of business.
Dr. Richards develops the claim about the importance of loving your neighbor by first writing about his personal anecdote. He talks about how he began to understand the patterns in the Bible, which was “God’s abiding concern for the poor,” and how God awaits us to be concerned about the poor. By stating those patterns, the author emphasizes the importance of caring for the poor. Then, he inserts evidences to support his claim about God’s concern using some Bible verses such as Matthew 22:34-40 and Luke 10:30-35; the author uses these two verses to explain how “love your neighbor as yourself” is
In Peter Singer’s Famine, Affluence, and Morality, he critiques the way in which modern societies have grown accustomed to their ordinary thoughts about famine, affluence, and morality in general. Singer describes a situation in which nine million refugees from East Bengal are living in poverty, and it is the responsibility of the wealthy, and better-off nations to take immediate and long term action to provide for them and to end poverty overall. (Singer, 873) Through his essay, Singer envisions a new world where giving to those in need is no longer seen as charity, but rather a moral duty. He states that in the world we currently live in, it is seen as generous and partaking in a good deed when you donate money to charity, and no one is blamed for not (876). Singer proposes that excess money should be given to those in need, rather than spending it in “selfish and unnecessary” ways (876).
Christians wi... ... middle of paper ... ... e; for instance depending on their economic situation, or amount of free time and number of family commitments. Whether it be giving a few pounds a month to various charities, or getting directly involved in groups such as Chrisitian aid, God will honour all those who dedicate a fraction of their lives to the poverty stricken. God does not expect a million mother Teresa's, but what he does desire is that every Christian makes some sort of contribution.
Feed My Starving Children is an organization that is committed to feeding God’s children hungry in spirit and body, so it is a Christian
As you examine the history of America and see the countless people who have been advocates of the Christian faith, it is apparent that the lines have been blurred between standing up for what you believe in and being intolerant to the viewpoints and opinions of others. “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged and with the measure you use it will be measured to you.... ... middle of paper ... ...and that in the position I held, that my prayers more and more were to give me the wisdom to make decisions that would serve God and be pleasing to Him.”.
In the 1960s and 70s, one of the problems women had with E.R.A. The equal right amendment is parental leave: women got fired or had to leave work when their belly showed, or they told someone that they were pregnant. The woman's job was not held for them, if someone else needed the job they got it. Phyllis Aberdeen is one of the people who agree that women are treated correctly, while Shirley Chisholm, because women do deserve to be treated better than what they are treated today, we deserve a lot better treatment. So, I am going to have to go with being a Pro E.R.A. Although Phyllis Aberdeen claimed that women were more respected as ladies in the home, Shirley Chisholm’s arguments are stronger and more correct because women are treated as
...ess fortunate in their time and assist with having good practices with their neighbors. As today’s Christians, we can think of one of the great commandments in the New Testament, “thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself”. (Matthew 22:39). When we care for our neighbor and help provide for the less fortunate, we display holiness as well as show our faith to the world. Matthew 25:37-40 states, “Then the righteous will answer him, Lord, when saw we thee a hungered, and fed thee? or thirst, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, verily I say unto you. In as much as ye have done it unto one of the least of these ye brethren, ye have done it unto me.”
“This sets up a two-tiered division of humanity, in which ‘God 's people’ feel superior to those who are not ‘God’s people’” (Bufe). Christians do feel there is a separation between believers and non believers. Though it is not in the way that he makes it seem. We do not feel more superior that non believers, we just want them to know the things we know. We don’t see them as anything different. There are people that are out there that will judge people this way, but as a christian we are taught that it is never our place to judge and we are also thought that “ ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these”
Throughout this time of poverty religious leaders have always advocated for helping the poor. In this time frame, there was no difference, all religious member wouldn't turn away the poor. A Catholic priest’s sermon said that if you give
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The human relationship perspective shows it is clear that nonbelievers that are together will do things that are immoral and ungodly. This is something that is likely to occur with someone that has a secular worldview. Paul writes about the dangers of turning away from God with the sins that are stated in Romans that include unnatural sex acts, perversion, depraved minds and in Romans 1:29, “They have become filled with every kid of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are filled with envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice.” Christians following the biblical worldview must develop relationships together that reinforce their faith in God and that Jesus Christ is the redeemer. Romans 5: 1-2, “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into his grace in which we now stand. We rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.” I see the importance of developing relationships with people that have the same worldview. Developing relationships and working with others that hold the same ethic, values, and morals within the Christian community is important. Practicing my faith in Jesus with others in the Church is a practice that will enhance my relationship with
Peter Singer said; “If it is in our power to prevent something bad from happening, without thereby sacrificing anything of comparable moral importance, we ought, morally, to do it” (Famine, Affluence, and Morality). As human beings, we have a moral compulsion to help other people, despite the verity that they may be strangers, especially when whatever type of aid we may render can in no approach have a more significant consequence on our own life.
The churches in the world play a huge role in the determination to access of food, clean water, and shelter. No matter what religious affiliation, people will donate money to churches to help this growing problem that has arisen. This is important because churches are a good way to give those in need the supplies they need. The churches give the money raised by the offerings that people donate. This is effective because there are so many churches around the world. If most people donate a little bit of money, a substantial amount of people will be helped. The Christ House is a p...
There are countless social justice issues that Christian ethicists have the opportunity to address. The aim of Christian ethics is to determine one’s moral responsibility based off of a biblical framework. When discussing many social justice issues, it is easy to decipher precisely what scripture has to say, and what humanity’s moral stance should be. Yet, in many ways, humanity will still struggle to accept that moral and ethical responsibility, even when that moral stance is clearly mapped out in scripture. One such issue is poverty. This paper will look closely at the biblical teachings on poverty, the key ethical standpoints of sacredness of life, love, and justice, as well as the moral responsibilities Christians face. It seems,
One of the most basic teachings in the Catholic Church is to ?Love one another as I have loved you.? This can be implied towards people living in poverty as we can follow the steps that Jesus had undertaken to love other people even if they are your enemies. By showing love and compassion we can create a world that is aware of poverty issues and help the declination of poverty. Countless organisations are heavily involved in carrying missions to help ultimately eradicate poverty. These charities and organisations include CARITAS, World Vision, Oxfam, St Vincent de Paul and many other non profitable organisations which help carry out work to help those who are in need.