Arts Music Justice

We went to an "Art Music Justice" concert last week, a collaboration by Derek Webb, Sandra McCracken, Sara Groves, Charlie Peacock & Brandon Heath to raise awareness & support for Food For the Hungry and International Justice Mission. The songs & stories they shared cut me to the quick... leaving me wondering whether we might not see so much staked on governmental "redistribution of wealth" if the Church more closely followed Christ in freely & voluntarily loving our "neighbors" from the heart. I know the issue is complex, as we live in a broken & hurting world, but it was just a thought I had as I considered the difference between government imposed redistribution which lacks an ability to discern true needs on an individual basis & can cause resentment & division...versus free generosity which can employ wisdom & discernment and usually results in unity & always brings joy to both the giver & receipient. Anyway, the concert was one of the most amazing experiences- I encourage you to go if the tour comes to your area. Info is on Sara Groves' website at http://www.saragroves.com. Here's a clip from one of the songs performed that evening. You will enjoy.