Presenting a worldview of a godly economic system with some criteria that can be used to evaluate how it serves the purposes of God intended:
- The system should produce an adequate supply of products and services to enhance the quality of life
- The system should provide for the basic needs of marginal and disadvantaged people
- The system should respond to and allow for individual differences and needs. There should be fair and equitable means of resolving conflicts
- The system should reward and encourage initiative and hard work
- The system should provide meaningful work for all people and provide opportunities for them to contribute to welfare of society
- The system should use natural and human resources efficiently and carefully
- The system should respect and care for other countries; it should not exploit them or rob future generations
- Power and access to power should be spread equitably among sector of society and special interest groups
- The benefits of the system and the costs of providing them should be spread equitably throughout the system
- Human rights should be protected
- Individuals should be valued and given opportunity to grow and develop
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August 12th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
With reference to:
1. Chapter 1- Business: Is there a Christian perspective? “Business through the eyes of faith” by Richard C. Chewning and John W. Eby and Shirley J. Roels
August 12th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
U bought the book? Can lend? Not cheapo here. hahaha
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Haven’t read any christian books on business b4. Quite hard to find leh.
Just curious to find out more, since im venturing into business right now.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:50 pm
Seah:
I also borrowed this book and have returned it. But I do have other books if you like.
Let me know lor…
August 17th, 2008 at 5:38 am
There are also other books like Believers in Business by Laura Nash PHD of Havard Business School, and of course, Anointed for Business by Ed Silvoso.
August 17th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
Caesar:
Fortunately, I have those two books you recommended, but just yet to read them.
Since it comes recommended by you, they must be a good read and so I’ll read them . Thanks =)