The Last Shall Be First
from The Social Jesus Podcast Hosted by Herb Montgomery, Renewed Heart Ministries
Matthew 20:1-16 Throughout history, human communities have experimented with economic arrangements that challenge the idea that justice requires everyone to receive the same amount or that everyone should simply compete for resources. Although few historical societies perfectly embodied the principle of “from each according to their ability, to each according to their need,” many developed economic practices in which people contributed what they could offer while community resources were distributed according to what members required. Our reading this week challenges the idea that justice means giving people exactly what they have earned according to a narrow calculation of productivity. It doesn’t ask who is deserving or undeserving. It’s asks, “Who got left behind? And what do they need to also thrive?” For more go to renewedheartministries.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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