Author: Nathan Cherry
Economics 101: You are not entitled to the labor or product of any other person.
Posted on September 1, 2021 in Money, Public Policy by Nathan Cherry
Any argument that seeks to determine conclusively how much a person can earn or own, is not only subjective and faulty from the outset, but it necessarily leads to both slavery and political oppression. It especially leads to political oppression when we demand the government get involved and pass laws limiting freedoms.
Reasons why the $15 minimum wage is bad policy and has no biblical support
Posted on April 22, 2021 in Life, Money, Public Policy, Theology by Nathan Cherry
Many well-meaning Christian’s support raising the minimum wage, which could be disastrous. The recent COVID-19 Bill that was signed into
Would Jesus Join Looters in the Street?
Posted on June 16, 2020 in Public Policy, Theology by Nathan Cherry
If Jesus overturned tables one time, does it mean He would join looters in the street today? Our nation is
Are Christians Being Persecuted During the Coronavirus Lockdown?
Posted on May 20, 2020 in Public Policy, Religious Freedom, Theology by Nathan Cherry
It’s understandable that a robust discussion is taking place, after all, unlike a grocery store where you walk in, get your items and walk out without much personal interaction. Meeting as a church family has a higher degree of risk. The church sings together, sending breathe and saliva into the room. The church is prone to close contact such as handshakes and hugging, the same behavior that caused the virus to spread so rampantly in Italy.
Maybe Being Quarantined is Just What We Needed
Posted on April 7, 2020 in Family, Life, Public Policy by Nathan Cherry
Our culture has become so obsessed with entertainment in all its forms that we have almost forgotten how to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Our lack of contentment is not just a contribution to high levels of debt and lack of margin; our lack of contentment is a driving force in our break neck pace of life that we swear we love as we complain about constantly being tired and busy.
A Cautionary Tale for Christian Investors
Posted on March 31, 2020 in Money, Theology by Nathan Cherry
The goal of these groups – aligning clients’ biblical values with investments that reflect those values – is commendable. And when clients genuinely seek to be a part of the BRI movement, it is truly a match made in heaven. There is an underlying message, however, being subtly sent out from many of the financial professionals involved in the BRI movement.
A Faith-filled Response to COVID-19
Posted on March 19, 2020 in Life, Money by Nathan Cherry
Concerns over the growing economic impact of COVID-19 are legitimate. What was at one time considered a minor concern, predicted to have virtually no effect on the surging American economy, is now being reevaluated to determine just how big of an impact it will have. The assessment is a daunting task that will be nearly impossible to gauge.
Traditional Masculinity: Why Being a Manly Man Isn’t Bad
Posted on January 22, 2020 in Family, Marriage, Sexuality by Nathan Cherry
The problem with the APA’s blanket assessment is the accusation that these qualities are somehow inherently bad. A better conversation would begin by asking if these qualities have value and how they can be properly expressed.
I Don’t Have a Context for a Christian Kanye West
Posted on December 19, 2019 in Theology by Nathan Cherry
From within the same mass of Christians are two distinct voices calling everyone that will listen to be excited for Kanye and resist skepticism. Both the nominal and the orthodox are saying the same thing. That, in itself is worth mention.
What I’ve come to realize as my issue is that I have no context for a Christian Kanye.