Pray for Peace

Faith of Our Farthers

Straw?

Theological perspectives on poverty often view it not just as a lack of material resources, but as a manifestation of brokenness in relationships with God, self, others, and creation. This brokenness, rooted in the biblical narrative of the Fall, impacts all humans and can lead to various forms of poverty, including material poverty. Theological Perspectives on Poverty and Brokenness: Broken Relationships: Poverty is seen as a consequence of broken relationships, a result of sin and the fall. This includes broken relationships with God, self, others, and creation. The Fall: The biblical narrative of the Fall in Genesis 3 is often cited as the source of brokenness and its consequences, including poverty. All Are Poor: Theologians often emphasize that all humans are "poor" in some way, due to the shared experience of brokenness. Redemption and Restoration: Christian theology emphasizes that Jesus Christ offers redemption and restoration to all, including healing from the brokenness that leads to poverty. Poverty of Spirit: Spiritual poverty, a sense of dependence on God, is also a concept explored in some theological traditions. Addressing Poverty: Theological perspectives on poverty often encourage addressing not only the material aspects of poverty but also the underlying brokenness in relationships. Systemic Issues: Some theologians acknowledge that systemic injustices and broken social systems contribute to poverty. Humility and Empathy: Those seeking to address poverty are often encouraged to approach the issue with humility and empathy, recognizing that both the materially poor and those who are not materially poor are affected by brokenness.

The Answer

The Reason for Joy

The Holy Communion