by Kathryn Freeman | Jul 20, 2017 | Opinion
The prophet Micah proclaims that the Lord requires his servants to act justly and to love mercy and walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8). The Hebrew word for justice, “misphat,” used in Micah 6:8 appears more than 200 times in Scripture. This reminds us that...
by Danny Chisholm | Jul 19, 2017 | Opinion
There are more payday and title loan stores in Missouri than Starbucks, Wal-Marts and McDonalds combined. I’ve heard this statement more times than I can recall. It has been a wake-up call for me in terms of understanding the gravity of the predatory loan...
by Stephen K. Reeves | Jul 18, 2017 | Opinion
If you live in one of the 36 states that allow payday, auto title lending or both, you’ve likely seen the storefronts. They promise quick cash, no credit check required. They’re likely located in the poorer part of town next to pawnshops, liquor stores,...
by EthicsDaily.com Staff | Jun 1, 2017 | News
The U.S. faith community has responded primarily with concern and critique to President Trump’s budget proposal. The Central Conference of American Rabbis said it “strenuously objects” to the budget in a May 25 press release, asserting “The...
by Zach Dawes Jr | May 25, 2017 | Opinion
The Trump administration’s 2018 budget proposal has, like all presidential budgets, received mixed reviews. Its overall goal of decreasing the national debt by reigning in spending is a worthy endeavor that should be commended. Spending more than we take in is...
