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Joseph Relieves the Poverty of Egypt’s People (Genesis 47:13-26)
Bible CommentaryAfter the people ran out of money, Joseph allowed them to barter their livestock for food. This plan lasted for one year...
The Sabbath Year and the Year of Jubilee (Leviticus 25)
Bible CommentaryLeviticus 25 ordains a sabbath year, one in every seven (Lev. 25:1-7), and a jubilee year, one in every fifty (Lev....
Gleaning (Leviticus 19:9-10)
Bible CommentaryAlthough ancient methods of harvesting were not as efficient as today, yet Leviticus 19:9-10 instructs Israelites...
God Leads Individuals to Provide Economic Opportunities for the Poor and Vulnerable (Ruth 2:17-23)
Bible CommentaryBoaz was inspired to go significantly beyond what the law required in providing for the poor and vulnerable. The...
God’s Law Calls People of Means to Provide Economic Opportunities for the Poor (Ruth 2:17-23)
Bible CommentaryThe action of the Book of Ruth centers around gleaning, which was one of the most important elements of the Law for the...
Productive Opportunities for the Poor - Gleaning (Exodus 22:21-27 & 23:10-11)
Bible CommentaryGod’s intent to provide opportunities for the poor is seen in the regulations benefiting aliens, widows, and orphans...
Trust and Cooperation Require Truthtelling
ArticleTruthtelling builds trust and civil cooperation among human beings. Trust is critical for a prosperous society, and...
The Needs of the World
ArticleThe first consideration is the needs of the world. The single strongest indicator of what God wants you to do is...
Wealth is No Indication of God’s Favor or Blessing
ArticleSome churches preach what may be called a “health and wealth gospel,” claiming that God always rewards his people...
Nehemiah - A Positive Role Model
ArticleNehemiah is one biblical character whose attitudes, lifestyle, strategies and priorities work together to change society...
We Are to Work With Non-Believers to Increase Provision and Reduce Poverty
ArticleAt a number of points in Scripture, God uses those who aren’t his followers, to bring about his purposes. One example,...
We Are to Change the Organizations and Structures of Society
ArticleChristians are called to work not only at the small enterprise and person-to-person level in seeking to alleviate...