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J**H
Caring for the Poor and Oppressed
This book is a great read and a reminder of God's perspective on the poor and social injustices we face. Wow a wake up call to those who consider themselves followers of Christ and a contrary view of what we call the American dream. In my opinion it is a must read for us who are in the affluent west!
L**S
Thought provoking
Great writing from decades ago, stillRelevant today.
L**H
Important book for everyone
The book is being used for a discussion group so I have only read the first few chapters. It is very thought provoking and I think it will change how I choose the charities I support. It is something that every person who lives a comfortable life should read, Christian or not. It is not intended to make us feel comfortable. However, some of the pages are coming loose in my copy and that is annoying so it does not get five stars.
E**T
Makes you rethink life
This book is probably one of the most compelling reads I have ever feast my eyes upon. Sider provides excellent evidence for his arguments in both scripture and sociology/environmental sciences. Has impacted my way of thinking and life in general. Highly recommend everyone to read it.
G**Y
Change
This book is an agent of change. I read each chapter slowly and had to rethink many suppositions. I thought I had this 'area' figured but was challenged to go deeper and be helpful in a truly helpful way.
V**Z
The book has changed my Christian perspective towards the underprivileged ...
The book has changed my Christian perspective towards the underprivileged. Each page of the book comples me to stop and ponder on the glaring inequity of the world's economic structure
D**8
Great book and really looks deep into hunger and poverty ...
Great book and really looks deep into hunger and poverty from a Christian framework and what we are called to do to address the issue long term.
A**S
Socialism for Chritians 101
The author clearly makes you feel bad about having any sort of wealth whatsoever... Even if you've worked hard for it.
J**S
essential reading for thinking Christians
Poverty and economic justice is one of those issues that is everywhere in the Bible, but somehow rare in the church. Because we haven't talked about it, we don't notice it when we read the Bible, and the cycle repeats itself.Ronald Sider has some eye opening facts about the scale of the injustice, the inadequate response of the church, and the weight of the Biblical mandate for social justice. It should shame us and change us.Well researched and clearly presented in both theology and sociology, this is the first port of call for anyone who has noticed how often injustice comes up in their Bible.
E**S
Required Reading
Should be required reading for all claiming to be Christians in the West
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