tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post3853866068755528933..comments2023-05-02T05:40:29.838-07:00Comments on AscendingTheHills: The American Church : A Hypocrisy?Jessica Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-38650491115794502442011-11-03T23:37:50.733-07:002011-11-03T23:37:50.733-07:00m poor man i need 20000/US DOLLAR kindlly help me ...m poor man i need 20000/US DOLLAR kindlly help me GOD bles u always my account no 01147900289803 HBL JHANG PAKISTAN kindly help me only for sake of<br />-- GOD<br />-- MY NO 00923336736073tashahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15560784265528392849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-13698814030961747892011-06-13T02:57:12.047-07:002011-06-13T02:57:12.047-07:00I dont feel i can comment to much being non believ...I dont feel i can comment to much being non believing, but do feel like all large institution's the church has good and bad within it. I feel maybe the church in the UK has lost its way with people not seeing their good work. And was pleased when this happened http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/06/10/archbishop-of-canterbury-has-prime-minister-david-cameron-rattled-115875-23191396/ i hope the church begins to do more of this in the UK fighting for us in this time of awful cuts.baldychazhttp://www.baldychaz.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-71984557086704194672011-06-11T22:54:18.923-07:002011-06-11T22:54:18.923-07:00So many downers, So many Funds but still many peop...So many downers, So many Funds but still many peoples are home less poor. Why? where the money goes?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-63523544171508878432011-06-11T20:55:08.770-07:002011-06-11T20:55:08.770-07:00Your blog is an overwhelming jewel of excellent sh...Your blog is an overwhelming jewel of excellent sharing and information. I am SO happy Corinne from Everyday Gyaan introduced me Authentic Blogger!Elizabeth Younghttp://gardengatewares.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-52016127534196573092011-06-11T17:57:52.370-07:002011-06-11T17:57:52.370-07:00Quote of will roger “When the Okies left Oklahoma ...Quote of will roger “When the Okies left Oklahoma and moved to California, they raised the average intelligence level in both states” if we take riches of one man and the man and move him to the poor the average wealth of the poor and the wealthy will increase. The churches are given money and volunteers help feed and house the poor from their own lot. Grocers give tons of food to food banks, but the food they give is out dated and in some cases tainted just for a tax break. I have seen good christen clean out their cupboards of old can of food to be given to the poor, just for a tax break. This is not what Christ said or taught. Reading, learning and living his word is what make a person christen and maybe welcome in his kingdom. I cannot cast the first stone and I cannot condone the act of those who disabuse the charity that was given to the poor and needy. I wish and pray that we all can do better. It says I god we trust, but the big churches thrust our wallets and goodwill. What is the price of heaven? Sorry, This subject makes me very angry. Thank you and god blessRoy Durhamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14834208730553747847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-38351709352399991962011-06-11T16:18:26.999-07:002011-06-11T16:18:26.999-07:00I always remember a statement we were made to memo...I always remember a statement we were made to memorize by heart by one of our spiritual fathers, "A chi ti chiede da'." (Whoever asks of you, give)... without thoughts, without hesitations, without fear.<br /><br />We always see a starkling contrast between the rich and the poor...but between a wealthy church and people who face poverty and hunger is appalling. The Church, and you were referring to American churches, should take another look at where they expend their donations.<br /><br />I remember a scene in the movie Padre Pio di Pietralcina when he asked the Blessed Virgin if he could borrow Her crown and jewelries to sustain the poor coming to their church.<br /><br />It was a bit funny the way they made it, but I was so struck.How many of us could go an extra mile for the poor...a double mile if we could? <br /><br />Speaking of America, I spoke with an American friend last night and he told me of the economic crisis there. What is the role of the church there in alleviating a piece of this suffering? <br /><br />When you asked for possible solutions...I think the ministers of the American Churches should re-evaluate their vow of poverty to be able to see Christ in the poor. Otherwise, the Church will lose its significance and people will go elsewhere to look for Christ or for food in that matter.Someone should have the courage to stand up and raise this issue to their awareness without fear.<br /><br />The Church is a Church FOR the poor.<br /><br />We should never despair nor be disturbed of others' weaknesses, God gifts the Church with modern saints in times like this...it could be you in your own simple way.<br /><br />Today, is Pentecost Sunday,"Come Holy Spirit, renew the face of the earth."Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-87213538912519610422011-06-11T15:10:48.670-07:002011-06-11T15:10:48.670-07:00I firmly believe that these people who have enrich...I firmly believe that these people who have enriched themselves in the name of Christianity will one day stand in front of God and answer to Him. The statistics are shocking!<br /><br /><a href="http://nelietatravellingadventures.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Nelieta travel blog</a>Nelmitravel - Nelieta Mishchenkohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00657335005793856123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-19875688804768744602011-06-11T14:22:17.435-07:002011-06-11T14:22:17.435-07:00The church has let the poor and oppressed down in ...The church has let the poor and oppressed down in some aspects but on the other hand, they give their time and resources freely. Yes more money should go from the church coffers to the needy who have nary a bite to eat while these mega churches flaunt their airplanes and luxury autos. There's no doubt God will judge these churches and it's leaders on its goodwill toward others and surely many will fail the test.<br /><br />That said we as individuals should try to do more with our time and money as well. The whole world has failed and it's really sickening when I stop to think about a newborn with no food, water, or future. This whole world and system seems broken!!! Nice post!!Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06410839514624429792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-4552333824056497802011-02-24T09:35:33.668-08:002011-02-24T09:35:33.668-08:00Great thoughts everyone. I think this is an import...Great thoughts everyone. I think this is an important reality-the suffering and poverty in this world and the call God has on us Christians to help alleviate some of it. It isn't an easy issue though and one that is multi-faceted with all kinds of complicated factors-like corporations that take people for a ride for their money, not getting the funds to those that they are intended for, etc. etc. <br /><br />Mark, I appreciate your efforts in research! You're right, there are always other facts to consider and what you've found definitely shows that there are efforts being made by many in this country to help those who are in poverty out.<br /><br />Kriti, I appreciate your thoughts. I think from a Christian perspective, though, it's always important (and this is just my opinion, I'm no expert as the intro to my blog relates) to look at scripture as a guide to how we are to approach life. And scripture is clear on what our attitudes and actions should be towards those that are poor. I'm not critisizing anyone or any specific church, etc., but I'm just suggesting that's always a good thing to be accountable to Scripture. I'm nowhere near where I should be...but I just feel as Christians we shouldn't be stagnate, but static...we should be always moving always evolving more and more, closer and closer into the likeness of Christ. Isn't that what the Bible tells us? If we are to do that then we should, as churches, as a body of Christ, be held accountable to scripture and its standards it places on followers of Christ. We'll never be perfect, but we should never stop questions and never stop digging deep and finding answers on how to make things work more effectively to advance the Kingdom of God.<br /><br />You're right Debra...the sheep and goats parable says it all!<br /><br />I loved the answers because everybody that posted had a slightly different perspective , bringing up a different view and thing to consider. Dialogue is so important to understanding situations, like this one and others, and trying to come up with some solutions.<br />~peaceJessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-57033290541537407442011-02-24T07:39:12.440-08:002011-02-24T07:39:12.440-08:00I can't speak for others, but I certainly can ...I can't speak for others, but I certainly can for myself. I have seen both sides of the spectrum. But I know this. God did not put me on this earth to judge others, and He did expect me to live my life as a Christian, which I desperately try to do. It saddens me to see people in need and we have, in the past and continue to do so, help where we can help. There are great people out there that help as well although there are others that do not. Before we can expect our society to step up to the plate, I think our government needs to as well. Our government seems to take care of everyone else other than ourselves.Mary Hudak-Collins livingthescripture.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18181851742870395058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-1056491876261158362011-02-23T21:51:40.110-08:002011-02-23T21:51:40.110-08:00The American churches have missed the mark here. ...The American churches have missed the mark here. That’s what I think in light of these statistics. I personally believe that all welfare is the responsibility of the churches. At least this was the obvious intent according to all these scriptures you cited here. If organized religion would die to greed and frivolity and share the wealth with the needy, no one would go hungry and every child would have a home and warm clothing. The parable of the sheep and the goats says it all.Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-72312755734424279092011-02-23T20:29:46.076-08:002011-02-23T20:29:46.076-08:00There's a lot of government officials in Afric...There's a lot of government officials in Africa gotten rich by skimming off all the aid money that has gone into Africa. And Africa is still a cot case. There is argument for abandoning charitable aid to African states and forcing them to stand up and make their own way. Charitable giving can lead to dependancy upon handouts.Jimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07618511960243841803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-2703280740912761162011-02-23T19:01:46.796-08:002011-02-23T19:01:46.796-08:00His point is well taken, however, he makes it soun...His point is well taken, however, he makes it sound like we American Christians don't give any money to charity. A quick Google search shows that Americans gave $295 billion to charities in 2006, 85% of that was from individual giving, 2.2% of their income (http://www.america.gov/st/washfile-english/2007/June/200706261522251CJsamohT0.8012354.html) Did all of that go to the poor? No, of course not. Even World Vision, a very reputable charity, had to use 15% of their income for operating expenses. I'm sure a lot of it went to local churches where it was used for operating expenses, local outreach, missions...<br /><br />Could we give more? Yes. Should we? Yes. But I think we are far from the miserly hypocrites his statement makes us out to be. He is, after all, in the business of raising money.Mark Waggonerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07877348936174186814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2583035984896584839.post-30304304941650020722011-02-23T14:07:27.276-08:002011-02-23T14:07:27.276-08:00Jessica, there are hypocrisies in all systems. Rel...Jessica, there are hypocrisies in all systems. Religions are really man made - Jesus is not... I am not a very religious person - like to call myself more spiritual than religious but I know that most of us are really turned out to be what the Supreme being had in mind when he made us.<br /><br />Kriti - http://kriti-howaboutthis.blogspot.com/Kritihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06827714509776261027noreply@blogger.com