Becoming Whole: Why the Opposite of Poverty Isn't the American Dream

pyscho-somatic unity.

Parachurch organizations often have good reasons to be frustrated. Churches frequently lack a kingdom vision that includes ministering to low-income individuals and communities, and even when they capture such a vision, their approaches often do more harm than good.

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Unfortunately, there are often tensions in the relationship between churches and parachurch ministries.

When a poverty alleviation initiative becomes large or complex, it may distract the leaders who are tasked with preaching and teaching the Word.

not all churches use the form of church government just described.

there is some wisdom in creating parachurch

As a result, our unfaithfulness hinders the flourishing of the church’s members and undermines its ability to shine light into the darkness of the world.

Too often the church resembles an exclusive political party rather than a welcoming hospital or home.