Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pastor CR Wiley
02:01 The Journey into Economic Development
05:57 Relief vs. Development: Understanding the Difference
10:03 Incentive Misalignment in Development
11:58 Success Stories and Economic Development
16:03 The Nordic Model: Misconceptions and Realities
19:57 Poverty Pimping: The Dark Side of Good Intentions
24:56 The Role of Foundations and Funding Dynamics
30:04 The Importance of Healthy Households
33:54 Cultural and Political Influences on Development
38:05 The Messianic View of Government and Poverty
42:06 The Role of Self-Funding in Ministry
45:09 Empowering Communities Through Church Leadership
48:52 The Impact of Male Leadership in Families
52:05 Critique of Economic Development Perspectives
57:11 Understanding Wealth Creation and Economic Literacy
01:01:28 The Importance of Good Governance in Economic Growth
01:07:39 Building Healthy Communities Through Church Initiatives

Takeaways

- Pastor CR Wiley has a diverse background in ministry, philosophy, and real estate.
- His experiences in urban ministry shaped his views on economic development.
- There is a significant difference between relief and development efforts.
- Incentives in the development sector are often misaligned, leading to counterproductive outcomes.
- Success in development is rarely measured by actual improvement in communities.
- Cultural factors play a crucial role in the success of economic development initiatives.
- The Nordic model is often misunderstood and has its own complexities.
- Poverty pimping highlights the exploitation of good intentions for personal gain.
- Healthy households are essential for community development and success.
- Government interventions often create dependencies rather than solutions. Self-funding in ministry allows for greater independence and authenticity.
- Churches should focus on empowering their communities rather than relying on external funding.
- Strong male leadership is crucial for family and community stability.
- Critiques of economic development often overlook the importance of wealth creation.
- Understanding economic principles is essential for effective community development.
- Good governance is a key factor in economic success.
- Healthy communities are built on strong families and churches.
- Church initiatives can significantly contribute to local economies.
- The ideological capture of evangelicalism can hinder effective ministry.
- Success stories in economic development should be studied to replicate positive outcomes.