The Story of Jesus' Economy Read the Story Two-Page View The nonprofit Jesus’ Economy set out to create a new physical and spiritual economy for those who need it most. By God’s grace, we did that. Jesus’ economy lives on in hundreds of jobs sustained, churches planted, and basic needs met. Read the story in the Jesus' Economy Closing Report ..read more

We are excited to announce our sixth and final grant installment for the Renew Bihar, India Project. This grant will create jobs, plant churches, and meet basic needs in one of the most impoverished places in the world, where few have heard the name of Jesus. The grant designee is Transformation India Movement, a local nonprofit in Bihar, India, which has been serving the people of Bihar for over 20 years. Thanks to your generous support of the Renew Bihar, India Project over these past seven years, nine different communities are being renewed. Grant Receipt Here are the details of th ..read more

Every one of our life stories has stepping off points. We turn from one page to the next. There are doors we walk through from which we cannot return. And there are ideas that change absolutely everything. In 2012, one idea changed everything for us. Jesus’ economy is based on self-sacrifice; and Jesus’ currency is love. We imagined a world in which artisans are connected to global commerce; the gospel reaches all people; basic needs are met everywhere; and the developing world is renewed. That’s Jesus’ economy. Jesus' Economy set out to address physical and spiritual poverty—creating jobs an ..read more

The most recent water well sponsored by Jesus’ Economy provides 600 people with access to clean water in Bihar, India. Most of the people in the village where the well was drilled are extremely impoverished and previously lacked access to clean water. Having this basic need met has changed their lives. Prior to this well being drilled in May 2019, the only people who had sustained access to clean water in this village were a few wealthier people, who had hand pump wells in their own homes. The remainder of the villagers work in agriculture and couldn’t afford to drill a water well for themse ..read more

You now have extra time at home, why not use it to refocus your life on ... Jesus' Economy Check out Jesus' Economy: A Biblical View of Poverty, the Currency of Love, and a Pattern for Lasting Change. Years of learning are packed into this one, practical book by our founder. And Jesus' Economy is endorsed by over 40 Christian leaders from around the world. How to live Jesus' economy—a currency of love. The book Jesus’ Economy: Shows how you as an individual can best encourage renewal in your community. Demonstrates how your church community or any group can alleviate poverty. Presents a unifi ..read more

I often walk in the trees. It helps me to reflect on what I'm rooted in. As I see the deep roots of the trees, I ask, "Who are you God, and who am I in light of who you are? Am I rooted in what matters to you or am I rooted in what matters to me?" And that's the big question for all of us. That's the question we're exploring via Proverbs 11–12 in this week's Jesus' Economy Podcast episode, "Be Rooted Like a Tree of Life." Be Rooted Like a Tree of Life: Proverbs 11–12 Sermon In this sermon, I examine Proverbs 11–12 to show that God calls us to be rooted like a tree of life. That rootedness ch ..read more

Behind many fair trade products is a desire to be eco-conscious. Fair trade is about fair wages for workers, but it's also about treating the environment fairly. There is an ethic to the fair trade effort. It's an ethic that honors people and the planet. It's also an ethic that honors cultural traditions. The Azizi Life Collection from Rwanda is a beautiful example of this. Now you can shop fair trade, take care of the environment, and decorate and organize your home at the same time. Here are a few of the beautiful fair trade baskets and storage units created by artisans from Rwanda. Basket ..read more

What better way to transform our lives in 2020 than by God's wisdom? In this 16-part podcast series titled "Wisdom is a Choice," we are examining every chapter of the ultimate wisdom book, Proverbs. In our fifth podcast episode in the new series, we examine Proverbs 9–10. Behind these chapters is the big question, "Why fear God?" Some key verses from these chapters are: "The fear of the >Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life. ... >The fear of the Lord adds length t ..read more

In many developing world contexts, women often face a distinct disadvantage when it comes to overcoming poverty. While the reasons may vary from region to region, this disadvantage is often rooted in long held patriarchal beliefs and gendered assumptions. This problem is only heightened when resources are already limited, like they are in the developing world. In these regions, women are often excluded from key industries and denied an education. Instead of seeking work, women are encouraged to tend to the home and community. In addition, women often have less access than men to important com ..read more

From the roof of the world ... Elegant Scarves, Shrugs, and Ponchos from the Himalayas Dreaming of the Roof of the World In these last of the dreary months of winter, we're dreaming about Nepal. And we're dreaming about what could be for the artisans living there through fair trade opportunities. When you shop fair trade products from Jesus' Economy partner Cheppu from Himalaya: You'll support artisans overcoming poverty. Enjoy elegant handmade products from Nepal. Experience the wonder of beautiful shrugs, scarves, and ponchos. Fair Trade Products from Nepal Create Jobs Put simply, when you ..read more