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Pastors occasionally preach about money, but it’s the rare few who preach about the “economics of neighborly love,” says Rev. Tom Nelson, who is also an economist.

In , he argues that Jesus calls his disciples to be wise investors, generating both wealth and jobs. He explains how congregations can play a role in fostering sound economics and job creation in the poorer neighborhoods of their community.

A few donations to needy people won’t cut it. We need to develop relationships with people in poverty, and we need to address their number-one desire, a good-paying job. (InterVarsity)

About the Author

  • Jim Romahn is a freelance journalist in Kitchener, Ont., where he belongs to Community Christian Reformed Church.

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