Thursday, February 13, 2025

Thursday's Catch: 'The pattern is contempt for the poor' And More


The pattern is contempt for the poor
The pattern emerged in the biblical text when the prophet Nathan confronted the king of Israel and said, “Thou art the man.” And in the United States, that very same pattern now has become crystal clear. The pattern is contempt for the poor.
The rich's mistreatment and oppression of the poor is repeatedly condemned in the Bible.
Texas lawmaker introduces bill to require Ten Commandments in public schools, pastor offers alternative
Should the Beatitudes be in public schools rather than the Ten Commandments? A Dallas-area pastor is challenging Christians to rethink their position on whether to support placing the Ten Commandments in classrooms as the state of Texas takes a first step to aligning with other states on the issue.

Are religious charities under Trump and Musk’s knife?
With the appearance of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, the executive branch has set itself on a mission to gut the federal government to the extent of its power, incurring multiple lawsuits and firing thousands of federal employees. Considering religious charities play a major role in domestic and international outreach, directly working with federal organizations to address specific issues in different parts of the world, many Christian organizations are outspokenly anxious.
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Dr. Brené Brown: Sympathy vs. Empathy
What’s the difference between empathy and sympathy? According to Dr. BrenĂ© Brown, “Empathy fuels connection. Sympathy drives disconnection.

Dating and the Church: How Should the Church Treat Singles?
Is church the answer to dating? Make disciples, and along the way, like-minded followers may take the next step in their relationships.

Why Churches Are Not Early Adopters of Technology
Churches are not typically early adopters of technology. Boyd Pelley from Church Teams joins Josh and Sam to discuss why churches should embrace new technology sooner. The co-hosts talk about how pastors can become more proficient in the technology space.

How to Choose the Best AED For Church
An AED, or automated external defibrillator, is a life-saving medical device that can treat sudden cardiac arrest. When someone goes into cardiac arrest, their heart stops beating, and they stop breathing. AEDs are designed to be used by laypeople with little or no medical training and can be found in public places like churches. With so many models on the market, knowing which AED is right for your church can be difficult. Here’s how to choose the best AED for church.

Gen Z struggles with small groups, trusts mothers most with spiritual questions: Barna
While many churches use small groups to build deeper relationships and community among members, this approach to discipleship isn’t a good fit for younger generations who are more likely to be wrestling with social insecurities and anxieties and turn most often to their mothers for spiritual direction, according to Christian research organization Barna.

Missions in a Microwave World
What do you do when expectations about ministry don’t line up with on-the-ground results?

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