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PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100062076213
ISBN-139780062076212
eBay Product ID (ePID)113193265
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Book TitleToxic Charity : How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help (And How to Reverse It)
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
TopicPhilanthropy & Charity, Development / General, Public Policy / Social Services & Welfare, General
GenrePolitical Science, Social Science, Business & Economics
AuthorRobert D. Lupton
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight5.8 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.3 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsLupton says hard things that need to be said, and he's earned the right to say them. Believers would do well to receive his words with the mindset that 'faithful are the wounds of a friend.', Lupton's work, his books and, most importantly, his life continue to guide and encourage me to live and serve in a way that honors God and my neighbor. I highly recommend Toxic Charity., [Lupton's] new book, Toxic Charity, draws on his 40 years' experience as an urban activist in Atlanta, and he argues that most charitable work is ineffective or actually harmful to those it is supposed to help., "Toxic Charity provides the needed counterbalance to a kind heart: a wise mind. Though I often thought, "Ouch!" while I was reading the book, Robert Lupton gave this pastor what I needed to become a more effective leader.", A superb book. Toxic Charity should serve as a guide and course correction for anyone involved in charitable endeavors at home or abroad., Lupton's book reminds us that it is more blessed to give than to receive. He shows how the people called poor can be blessed by supporting opportunities for them to give their gifts, skills, knowledge and wisdom to creating the future., When Bob Lupton speaks of the inner city, the rest of us ought to sit up and take notice... [His work is] deeply distrurbing-in the best sense of the word., '[Lupton's] new book, Toxic Charity, draws on his 40 years? experience as an urban activist in Atlanta, and he argues that most charitable work is ineffective or actually harmful to those it is supposed to help.' (Washington Post), When Bob Lupton speaks of the inner city, the rest of us ought to sit up and take notice... [His work is] deeply distrurbing--in the best sense of the word., "Lupton says hard things that need to be said, and he's earned the right to say them. Believers would do well to receive his words with the mindset that 'faithful are the wounds of a friend.'" -- Christianity Today "[Lupton's] new book, Toxic Charity, draws on his 40 years' experience as an urban activist in Atlanta, and he argues that most charitable work is ineffective or actually harmful to those it is supposed to help." -- Washington Post "Lupton's work, his books and, most importantly, his life continue to guide and encourage me to live and serve in a way that honors God and my neighbor. I highly recommend Toxic Charity." -- Danny Wuerffel, Executive Director, Desire Street Ministries "Lupton's book reminds us that it is more blessed to give than to receive. He shows how the people called poor can be blessed by supporting opportunities for them to give their gifts, skills, knowledge and wisdom to creating the future." -- John McKnight, Codirector, Asset Based Community Development Institute, Northwestern University "A must-read book for those who give or help others." -- Booklist "In Toxic Charity, Lupton reminds us that being materialistically poor does not mean that there is no capacity, no voice, and no dignity within a person. If we truly love the poor, we will want to educate ourselves on how best to serve. Let our charity be transformative not toxic." -- Roger Sandberg, Executive Director of Medair International "A superb book. Toxic Charity should serve as a guide and course correction for anyone involved in charitable endeavors at home or abroad." -- Ronald W. Nikkel, President, Prison Fellowship International "Toxic Charity provides the needed counterbalance to a kind heart: a wise mind. Though I often thought, "Ouch!" while I was reading the book, Robert Lupton gave this pastor what I needed to become a more effective leader." -- Dr. Joel C. Hunter, Senior Pastor, Northland - A Church Distributed "When Bob Lupton speaks of the inner city, the rest of us ought to sit up and take notice... [His work is] deeply distrurbing--in the best sense of the word." -- Philip Yancey, author of What Good Is God? "Top 10 book of the year." -- World Magazine, When Bob Lupton speaks of the inner city, the rest of us ought to sit up and take notice... [His work is] deeply distrurbing—in the best sense of the word., 'Toxic Charity provides the needed counterbalance to a kind heart:a wise mind.Though I often thought, ?Ouch!? while I was reading the book, Robert Lupton gave this pastor what I needed to become a more effective leader.' (Dr. Joel C. Hunter, Senior Pastor, Northland ? A Church Distributed), In Toxic Charity, Lupton reminds us that being materialistically poor does not mean that there is no capacity, no voice, and no dignity within a person. If we truly love the poor, we will want to educate ourselves on how best to serve. Let our charity be transformative not toxic.
Dewey Decimal361.70973
SynopsisVeteran urban activist Robert Lupton reveals the shockingly toxic effects that modern charity has upon the very people meant to benefit from it. Toxic Charity provides proven new models for charitable groups who want to help-not sabotage-those whom they desire to serve. Lupton, the founder of FCS Urban Ministries (Focused Community Strategies) in Atlanta, the voice of the Urban Perspectives newsletter, and the author of Compassion, Justice and the Christian Life, has been at the forefront of urban ministry activism for forty years. Now, in the vein of Jeffrey Sachs's The End of Poverty, Richard Stearns's The Hole in Our Gospel, and Gregory Boyle's Tattoos on the Heart, his groundbreaking Toxic Charity shows us how to start serving needy and impoverished members of our communities in a way that will lead to lasting, real-world change., Veteran urban activist Robert Lupton reveals the shockingly toxic effects that modern charity has upon the very people meant to benefit from it. Toxic Charity provides proven new models for charitable groups who want to help--not sabotage--those whom they desire to serve. Lupton, the founder of FCS Urban Ministries (Focused Community Strategies) in Atlanta, the voice of the Urban Perspectives newsletter, and the author of Compassion, Justice and the Christian Life , has been at the forefront of urban ministry activism for forty years. Now, in the vein of Jeffrey Sachs's The End of Poverty , Richard Stearns's The Hole in Our Gospel , and Gregory Boyle's Tattoos on the Heart , his groundbreaking Toxic Charity shows us how to start serving needy and impoverished members of our communities in a way that will lead to lasting, real-world change., Veteran urban activist Robert Lupton reveals the shockingly toxic effects that modern charity has upon the very people meant to benefit from it. Toxic Charity provides proven new models for charitable groups who want to help--not sabotage--those whom they desire to serve. Lupton, the founder of FCS Urban Ministries (Focused Community Strategies) in Atlanta, the voice of the Urban Perspectives newsletter, and the author of Compassion, Justice and the Christian Life, has been at the forefront of urban ministry activism for forty years. Now, in the vein of Jeffrey Sachs's The End of Poverty, Richard Stearns's The Hole in Our Gospel, and Gregory Boyle's Tattoos on the Heart, his groundbreaking Toxic Charity shows us how to start serving needy and impoverished members of our communities in a way that will lead to lasting, real-world change., Public service is a way of life for Americans; giving is a part of our national character. But compassionate instincts and generous spirits aren't enough, says veteran urban activist Robert D. Lupton. In this groundbreaking guide, he reveals the disturbing truth about charity: all too much of it has become toxic, devastating to the very people it's meant to help. In his four decades of urban ministry, Lupton has experienced firsthand how our good intentions can have unintended, dire consequences. Our free food and clothing distribution encourages ever-growing handout lines, diminishing the dignity of the poor while increasing their dependency. We converge on inner-city neighborhoods to plant flowers and pick up trash, battering the pride of residents who have the capacity (and responsibility) to beautify their own environment. We fly off on mission trips to poverty-stricken villages, hearts full of pity and suitcases bulging with giveaways-trips that one Nicaraguan leader describes as effective only in "turning my people into beggars." In Toxic Charity, Lupton urges individuals, churches, and organizations to step away from these spontaneous, often destructive acts of compassion toward thoughtful paths to community development. He delivers proven strategies for moving from toxic charity to transformative charity. Proposing a powerful "Oath for Compassionate Service" and spotlighting real-life examples of people serving not just with their hearts but with proven strategies and tested tactics, Lupton offers all the tools and inspiration we need to develop healthy, community-driven programs that produce deep, measurable, and lasting change. Everyone who volunteers or donates to charity needs to wrestle with this book.
LC Classification NumberHV91
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- 13. Jan. 2020
Great book content! Excellent condition!
The condition of the book is very good, esp considering it was listed as used. No marks or tears. The content of the book is also excellent. Strongly suggest for anyone who is interested in helping others.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 03. Sep. 2019
Toxic Charity is a book about how we contribute and get engaged with those who are less fortunate than most.
Older book and hard to find in print, was able to get a clean, used copy for a very reasonable price.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 26. Feb. 2018
Author makes some very good points. Will change your perspective on many things including giving and mission trips.
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- 29. Jan. 2019
Challenge Your thoughts about Charity
This is a must read for anyone wanting to be used by God to help others. It is very thought provoking and has caused me to change the way I think about charity and its effectiveness.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 25. Okt. 2018
Recommend all churches read and keep in their library!
Very insightful things to think about. Are we really helping those through missionary work, or enabling them to continue not helping themselves.? All churches should read and consider this.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 07. Feb. 2018
must reading
An excellent eye opening book for anyone involved in any type of mission work. Opens eyes to "who am I doing this for"? I have shared numerous copies with many othersBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Mai. 2023
Why most charity doesn`t work
Exellent read by someone with 30+ years of real world experience, instead of just philosophy.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 16. Sep. 2022
It questions all the "do good" ideas we took for granted.
Ideas are compelling, calls for re-evaluating our ideas of being in mission.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Feb. 2018
Thought-Provoking; an angle worth considering
Arguments that are mostly reasonable and at least worth considering if you are a regular volunteer or financial supporter of charities. Don't read it if you're easily offended!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 16. Mai. 2024
great
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