Publisher's Synopsis
America thrives on a simple message-that what we currently have is not enough. Not big enough, not nice enough, not fast or hip enough.The American dream is based on wanting more. But does God's dream for the world look like the American Dream?In this five-week study, unpack what the patterns of God's kingdom look like compared to the patterns of our world. What is the value of enough, and how do we become more like the God who is close to the poor, the hungry, the meek, and the merciful?Economy of Love will challenge individuals to join in community, journeying together as they begin to consider a new standard of living-a personal economic threshold oriented not around the size of a monthly paycheck, but around the value of enough.What's included:5 video sessions with Shane ClaiborneCommentary and discussion questions to help you explore each topicThe story of Relational Tithe by co-founder Darin PetersonWeek 1: Tension Being the hands and feet of Jesus in a broken worldWeek 2: Enough- Christ's demand to love our neighbor through redistributionWeek 3: Vulnerable- Living lives that collide with those of the marginalizedWeek 4: Filled- Is the Gospel we preach good news for the rich and poor alike?Week 5: Practice- Following Jesus with our hands, our feet, and our resources.
