As iron sharpens iron,
one person sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17)
“Sanders’ preference for government programs over private philanthropy echoes that of ancient pagan rulers. Sanders, a democratic socialist, has said that private charity should not exist, because it usurps the authority of the government.” - Acton
“Reportedly about two-thirds of the $66 million collected in 2018 was spent making up for shortfalls in the Vatican budget.” - Fox
“Religious donations dropped nearly $2 billion last year, reversing a years-long trend of steady growth, according to the Giving USA Foundation’s annual report on philanthropy.” - Christian Headlines
“Behind the campaigns, it’s harder to know how the nonprofits manage their money, and whether the message matches the work.” - Checking It Twice
“In addition to concerns about the organization’s financial integrity, donors must gauge whether their charity of choice is unintentionally harming their intended beneficiaries.” - Acton
Charity and missions are apples and oranges, in my mind. Missions is about the great commission, planting churches, and making disciples. Offering a meal to the poor, in contrast, is an act of mercy. I can argue the point that missions is the more important of the two, but this is not the place to do so. The two can work together (as in the case of a rescue mission) but they are typically distinct.
“While the study was based on financial data only from groups accredited by the Winchester, Va., based organization, Busby said the findings are supported by studies from others.” BPress
“[W]hat if our best efforts to help those in poverty actually drive their poverty deeper?”
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