Jesus Wants You to Steal From the Rich

In this episode we discuss a compelling case from the Scriptures and church theologians like John Calvin, Thomas Aquinas, and others about whether taking from the wealthy to feed the poor constitutes theft. We lay out a compelling case that God intends his creation to sustain the basic needs of his creatures. Therefore, every creature made in God’s image possesses rights over basic provisions. We also talk about Paul’s latent communism. Enjoy!

Show Notes

• Purchase 50 long-lasting, insecticide-treated nets to protect those living in malaria-stricken areas from infected mosquitos—for every 600 nets distributed, one child’s life is saved and 500 cases of malaria are prevented (Against Malaria Foundation)
• Deworm 200 children (Evidence Action)
• Provide clean water for 70 people for one whole year (Evidence Action)
• Protect 1000 people from iodine deficiency disorders (like brain damage) for a year (GAIN’s Salt Iodization Program)
• Provide 4 cataract surgeries to reverse blindness (Fred Hollows Foundation)
• Fund 416 antibiotic distributions to prevent blinding trachoma (Fred Hollows Foundation)
• Provide vitamin A supplements to prevent 90 children from going blind (Helen Keller Foundation)
• Provide 138 people with micronutrient fortification for one year (Sanku—Project Healthy Children)

Givewell.org (Charity Assessment Non-profit)

Thelifeyoucansave.org (Charity Assessment Non-profit)

Christiansforimpact.org (Christian Global Impact Non-profit)

Blessbig.org (Christian Global Impact Non-profit)

 

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