Episode 28: So-Com

Is socialism the answer? Is communism really that bad? Is capitalism perfect? We explore each one. Using scripture & history as our guide. Take a look & see for yourself.The Bible, Internet, ChatGPT1. Communism – Definition & History Britannica – Communism: A thorough overview of what communism is, how Marx & Lenin defined it, and the real historical examples of communist regimes like the Soviet Union, China, Cuba, etc. (explains ideology and difference vs. socialism) Encyclopedia Britannica https://www.britannica.com/topic/communism Britannica – Socialism: Good explanation of socialism after communism, including its role in 20th-century history and examples of modern states connected to socialist ideology. Encyclopedia Britannica https://www.britannica.com/money/socialism/Postwar-socialism History.com – Socialism Overview: A clear, neutral article defining socialism, how it differs from communism, and how both developed historically (post-1917 USSR, European social democracy, modern policies). HISTORY https://www.history.com/articles/socialism History.com – Differences Between Socialism & Communism: A reputable, modern explanation contrasting the two systems, including examples of countries commonly labeled communist and socialist. HISTORY https://www.history.com/news/socialism-communism-differences Ø  Britannica – Communist States History: Includes Soviet Union and China — two of the biggest practical applications of communist ideology. Encyclopedia BritannicaØ  History.com – Socialist & Communist Countries: Notes that China, Cuba, North Korea, Laos and Vietnam are often described as communist today (state control of politics & economy). HISTORY Ø  Encyclopedia.MDPI – List of Countries with Socialist Governance: A research-oriented list of states that have identified themselves as socialist, showing duration and party leadership. Encyclopedia BibleHub – Acts 4: Sharing Among Believers: Scriptural text and explanations of the early church’s mutual sharing (not coercive, voluntary). Bible Hub https://www.biblehub.com/study/acts/4.htm Enduring Word – Commentary on Acts 4: Explains what the early believers’ sharing looked like and how it differs from political ideologies. Enduring Word https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/acts-4/