I love the message and the much needed refocus. If you know me, that probably doesn't surprise you. I'm all for fighting against consumerism, ESPECIALLY at this time of year when it's done in the name of Jesus. For the love.
But then I had another thought... what should our role be as citizens in this economic environment? I don't think this is a good thing, but our economy is driven by consumption. More like greed. We definitely need a recalibration back to reality rather than living beyond our means on credit. But is there something to participating fully in our economic system (albeit imperfect) in this recession? If we stop buying in a time like this are we causing more problems like unemployment?
Here's what I know: spending a little less is probably a good thing (and you may not have a choice!). Finding ways to slow down the consumption and making more room for Christ in our lives is a great thing.
And here's what I'm wondering: would spending a lot less actually create bigger problems for our economy and our "fellow man"?
Any thoughts...?
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My thoughts: Spending a little less would free up finances to allow God to work through what He has given us.
As Christians, we are not to make financial decisions based on the economy and the impact our spending (or not) will have on the economy and jobs; we are to make those decisions based on Biblical truths and guidance for eternal/kingdom impact.
If our economy cannot handle us not being so consumeristic (is that a word?), then it is a broken system that needs to be rethought and rebuilt.
Those are my thoughts.
~Lisa Smith
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