Christian Mission and Poverty

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Christian Mission and Poverty

Discussion Questions

Luther talks about something called the oeconomia : the household economy. How does this differ from the way you understand households today? How does it differ from the way you think about the economy?

How does Luther expand his reflections on the family to include society and government? How does he think about each of these systems as a “house”? How does this connect to Psalm 127?

Luther says that covetousness, arrogance, and worry come from humans relying on their own watchfulness. How does he connect these different postures? In what ways are you experiencing greed, pride, or anxiety?

Why does Luther say we should work? What role does your work play in relation to God’s creation and provision?

Luther says some have a lot and some have a little. Why does he think this is the case? What practices can you be cultivating in regard to your own household finances? Giving? Work? Investments?