Business Through the Eyes of FaithIs capitalism Christian? Is there a Christian perspective on business? How should a Christian use power in the workplace? In addressing such difficult questions as these, Business Through the Eyes of Faith demonstrates how God can dwell at the center of one's life even in the secular marketplace. Here is pragmatic affirmation of the role that committed Christians can play in the business world. The authors stress the connections between Christian principles and good management and provide biblical passages that support their principles and relate them to the practical issues faced by Christian managers. Issues such as employee motivation, workplace communication, business leadership, the role of profit, and social responsibility are all addressed in concrete terms and reinforced by short vignettes, suggested biblical passages to explore, and commentaries from contemporary theorists and practitioners. Business Through the Eyes of Faith shows that business can and should be a reflection of God's kingdom. It is an invaluable resource for Christian business students, managers, and those who wish to understand the concerns and motives of Christians in the business world. |
Contents
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A Biblical Understanding | 38 |
In the World or | 49 |
Doing Justice in the Workplace | 61 |
Justice and the Opportunity to Work | 73 |
Human Development in the Workplace | 84 |
Stimulus for SelfControl | 155 |
Calling or Manipulation? | 166 |
Listening | 179 |
The Social Contract of Business | 193 |
Social Responsibility as Stewardship | 206 |
Justice and the Worlds Wealth | 221 |
For Further Reading | 246 |
A Bibliography of Additional Resources | 253 |
The Jungle of Obligations and Rights | 101 |
A Christian Concept of Leadership | 131 |
The Christians Use of Power | 146 |
Index | 259 |
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Business Through the Eyes of Faith Richard C. Chewning,John Wilmer Eby,Shirley J. Roels No preview available - 1992 |