Lean In | Why Christians Should Care About Fair Trade
Calvary Baptist Podcast di Calvary Baptist Church
Note sull'episodio
In this week’s conversation on Revelation 18, Scott and Garrett explore the fall of Babylon and what it reveals about unjust economic systems, cultural blind spots, and Christian responsibility.
They discuss how Babylon represents oppressive empires—like ancient Rome—and how its downfall exposes the dangers of excessive wealth, greed, and exploiting others for profit. The episode focuses especially on:
Key Themes
Cultural vs. personal sin: How entire societies can participate in harmful practices without realizing it.
Unjust economic systems: Revelation 18’s critique of luxury built on the backs of exploited workers.
Fair trade: What it means, why it matters, and how Christians can be more aware of their purchasing habits.
Modern examples: From clothing and coffee to Amazon, Nestlé, and Coca-Cola, the hosts ref ...