Christianity and Healthcare | Rev. Adam Hamilton | Church of the Resurrection

About this sermon

What does the parable of the Good Samaritan have to do with America's healthcare debate? In this message, Pastor Adam Hamilton traces the surprising Christian history behind modern medicine, from the first hospitals built by 4th-century Christians to John Wesley's free medical clinic in London to the churches that founded Kansas City's own hospital system, then turns to the real people affected by today's healthcare questions. Drawing on conversations with physicians and hospital administrators, Adam looks at what's actually driving rising healthcare costs, what parts of the Affordable Care Act both sides tend to agree are worth keeping, and how our fear of death shapes the way we spend our final days. It's a thoughtful, well-researched look at a divisive issue, grounded in Jesus's call to love our neighbor as ourselves. In this message: - The parable of the Good Samaritan and what it means to love your neighbor - The Christian origins of hospitals, from the 4th century to modern Kansas City - What's actually driving the rise in healthcare costs - Where Republicans and Democrats already agree on healthcare - Why so much healthcare spending happens in someone's final days - Taking care of your body as an act of Christian discipleship - Speaking up for the vulnerable and uninsured Subscribe for weekly messages from Church of the Resurrection, and find service times and locations at https://resurrection.church/worship. #GoodSamaritan #ChristianFaith #AdamHamilton #IssuesThatDivide #ChurchOfTheResurrection #Sermon #Healthcare

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