Interpreting teachings on wealth today
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain Jesus teachings on wealth and how Christians put this into action.
Key learning points
- Christians today interpret Jesus teaching on wealth in their own context.
- The parabel of the Rich man and Lazarus is an example of how Jesus spoke truth to power.
- Some Christians interpret Jesus’ teachings to campaign for debt relief for countries or economic justice.
- Some Christians support fair trade to promote sharing of wealth fairly with those in poorer countries.
- We can better understand how Christians interpret Jesus’ teachings by speaking with different Christians.
Keywords
Campaign - a series of planned actions carried out in order to reach a particular goal
Debt - something you owe to someone else, usually money, that you need to pay back
Justice - to be treated fairly and with dignity by all people including those in power
Wealth - the money, possessions, resources, and opportunities a person has
Common misconception
All Christians give up wealth and follow the teaching of Jesus literally.
Different Christians will interpret the teachings in different ways. Some may become monks or nuns and own no money. Others will campaign or support charity to follow these teachings.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.At the time of Jesus, there was extreme and wealth.
Q2.What story did Jesus tell to challenge views on wealth?
Q3.The widow was an example of how to be .
Q4.What should Christians remember from this story?
Q5.God sees what is inside people’s .
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What is one of the most common themes in Jesus’ teachings?
Q2.Jesus taught a parable called the Rich Man and .
Q3.What does 'speaking truth to power' mean?
Q4.Wealth isn’t bad, but being and ignoring others is wrong.
Q5.Why do Christians interpret Jesus’ teachings in different ways?
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