Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger by Ronald J. Sider | Christian Social Justice

Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger: Moving from Affluence to Generosity by Ronald J. Sider is a powerful and challenging book that addresses the biblical call for Christians to respond to global poverty, hunger, and inequality.  This work explores how Scripture speaks to wealth and responsibility, examines systemic causes of poverty, and calls believers to move beyond personal comfort toward generosity, social justice, and meaningful action. 

The book provides both thorough biblical study (Old Testament & New Testament), and practical steps: simpler lifestyles, communal sharing, graduated giving, and advocating for justice within social structures. Its written for individuals and churches who want their faith to have real impact in alleviating hunger and poverty. 

Key Topics Covered:

• Biblical teachings about wealth, possessions, and responsibility toward the poor 

• Identifying structural injustice and systemic causes of poverty (economic, social, political) 

• Practical Christian responses: simpler lifestyle, graduated tithing, communal economic participation, caring for neighbours, activism for change 

• The ethical and theological basis for generosity and social justice in Christian faith 

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