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Title: Rich Christians In An Age Of Hunger by Ronald J. Sider ISBN: 0-8499-1424-8 Publisher: Word Publishing Pub. Date: 23 July, 1997 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $15.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.04 (28 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Not what the naysayers say
Comment: I think the people that trash this book are missing the point. Sider does not promote marxism. He calls for democracy in the last chapter. But even if his political suggestions sound a little off, well, I don't think that was the point of his writing the book anyway. I'm sure it had more to do with the many Christians of the world that do nothing or only small, token deeds to help the world's poor.
Also, if anyone would complain that this book's point is to guilt-trip us into helping the poor, I think Sider makes it clear that it isn't his goal. I think he himself sufficiently acknowledges that he and others won't be able to live up to the idealism he presents, but that that doesn't mean we can't at least try to change our ways.
I also disagree with those that would say the Western World's wealth is totally due to our own efforts. No doubt, the US and other wealthy nations are rich largely because of democracy, capitalism, and the resolve and hard work of their citizens, but I don't buy the idea that we've allowed third world countries the same opportunities. It is completely naive to think that our government and multinational corporations don't often act in the interests of ourselves while at the expense of other nations.
Anyway, the book is great. Maybe it's good to take some parts with a grain of salt. I think the important thing to take away from the book is that we shouldn't allow hardness of heart to justify selfishness and apathy toward the poor. Whether you agree with the book or not, remember the opportunities we have to do something about the suffering many other people endure.
Rating: 5
Summary: A "Toe Stepping" book with practical recommendations
Comment: Ronald Sider's classic Christian Social Action book still (after 20-something years) convicts the Western conscience and offers practical suggestions to living a life-style that is different from the world. In a time period where there seems to be very few ministers who are willing to speak against the unpopular social evils of our society Dr. Sider's book stands out as a message of truth. Instead of fearing the result of telling "Rich Christians" (which most of us are within America) that they (we) have to live different if they are going to follow the commands of their Lord, Sider speaks this message boldly. This book is not an easy read, in that I was convicted of my own failings as I read each chapter. Yet, this book has a message that is very important for Christians to understand. We have to live lifestyles to take care of the needy. We have to put their needs before our own. If you want to hear a message that will change what you mean by loving your brother (change it from a love of word to a love of deed) then you need to read this book.
Rating: 5
Summary: Our Continuous Improvement
Comment: It's about our salvation! I would say this is the basic message of Rich Christians in a Age of Hunger. Sider makes it loud and clear that these two facts are undeniable and inescapalbe. First, God is not passive about economic justice. Just read the 64 passages in The Bible about the liberation of the poor and oppressed and God's love of the poor and oppressed including Matthew 25:40. In addition, poverty and its horrible effects are wide spread in our world today.
Up to now, most of us have been denying the challenges of poverty to avoid feelings of guilt. What we need to do today is remind everyone that economic justice is about compassion not guilt. We can practice our compassion by doing our best to be more generous everyday. In the business world, this is known as "continuous improvement."
Some good companions to this book are Opting For The Poor by P.J. Henriot S.J, How Much Is Enough? by Arthur Simon, and Unexpected News by Robt. M. Brown. These great books inspired me to compile a social ministry manual which is online and free at www.slu.edu/departments/church/SocialMinistry.htm .
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Title: Simpler Living, Compassionate Life: A Christian Perspective by Michael Schut, Micahel Schut, Richard Foster, Cecile Andrews ISBN: 1889108626 Publisher: Living the Good News Inc Pub. Date: April, 1999 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: Churches That Make a Difference: Reaching Your Community With Good News and Good Works by Ronald J. Sider, Philip N. Olson, Heidi Rolland Unruh ISBN: 0801091330 Publisher: Baker Book House Pub. Date: March, 2002 List Price(USD): $19.99 |
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Title: Grace at the Table: Ending Hunger in God's World by David Beckmann, Arthur R. Simon ISBN: 0809138662 Publisher: Paulist Press Pub. Date: July, 1999 List Price(USD): $10.95 |
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Title: Good News About Injustice: A Witness of Courage in a Hurting World by Gary A. Haugen ISBN: 0830822240 Publisher: Intervarsity Press Pub. Date: April, 1999 List Price(USD): $12.00 |
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Title: Just Peacemaking: Transforming Initiatives for Justice and Peace by Glen Harold Stassen ISBN: 0664252982 Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press Pub. Date: July, 1992 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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