Consumerism

Comfort the Afflicted and Afflict the Comfortable By Len Evans

Some practical ways to remember the poor.
Dabbling with Debt: Money Management for Teens By Lisa Crayton

"Talking to a teen about money may seem a no-win situation. Many are clueless, and don't mind staying that way as long as their needs and wants are met. That's not news to you, right? And talking about money can be touchy, but it shouldn't be a taboo issue. In fact, you can provide a key influence in an area of spiritual development that a kid's parents may not be willing, able, or ready to tackle."
Does Jesus Still Weep? Consumerism as Spiritual Warfare By Sheryl Fleener

Jesus weeps when simplicity in our ministries is replaced by showmanship and when his message is distorted by our self interests.
Jesus Junk: My Take on Christian Memorabilia By Steve Case

What would Jesus do with What Would Jesus Do? (Say that five times fast).
Shopping with Jesus: Countering Consumerized Christianity By Jim Miller

Making sacred the secular can awaken our students' worldview awareness and create a biblical counterculture to materialism.