The Economics of the Minimum Wage and the Christian Response
This article shows that minimum wage law hurts the poor it seeks to help, it takes away their freedom to create their own work or get work themselves, and it is against the biblical principle of charity. Therefore, it should not be embraced by Christians as a way of alleviating poverty.
Sell Your Possessions and Give to the Poor’: A Theological Reflection on Jesus’ Teaching Regarding Personal Wealth and Charity
This article shows the impact that Matthew 19:16-26, Luke 12:33, and Luke 14:33 have on personal wealth and charity. It shows this by looking at how the church in history interacted with these texts, and what Jesus meant by them, and then it draws implication for the church today.
On Charity
This article speaks about addressing differences in doctrine with love and charity. The author uses the example of idolatry discussed in 1 Corinthians 8-10.
Acts 2:44 – Commune or Communion?
Matthew 25:31-46 – Serving Christ's Brethren
The Task of the Deacons
The Interests of Others
What the Needy Need
"Some churches that emphasize a strong Bible-preaching pulpit are less vigorous in ministries of mercy". This article is about mercy ministry (charity), and looks at the relation of biblical doctrine and good deeds, and the relation of mercy ministry and salvation.
The Christian and work - Part 1
In these articles about the Christian and work, the author focuses on labour, laziness, idleness and rest. The relation of work and sustenance and charity is also mentioned. The author also discusses our career from a Christian viewpoint, as a divine vocation. What is the purpose of work?
John Calvin: A Man of Compassion
In this article, the author shows how John Calvin was a man of compassion. John Calvin's self-denial, charity, and enjoyment is also discussed. Calvin's view of the poor and the rich, and his view on economics is also mentioned by the author.