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More Than Money - Prologue

As we have completed the study on Dangers Men Face (I haven’t got the chance to share the discussion of the remaining chapters), we explored the biblical concept of economy and management. The study material is More Than Money, the last module of Scriptural Roots of Commerce.

The purpose of this study is to understand the foundation of economic life. We will see that the material world is meant for the glory of the God. As we try to align our perspective with God, we face tension - tension with God and with the people around us. Among the tensions which some of us may feel (excerpt from the study module):
  1. Caring for people yet seeking profit
  2. Humility and the drive for success
  3. Ethics, justice and misuse of authority
  4. Family, business and social responsibilities
  5. Handling personal possessions well in a needy society
  6. Upholding moral values in a corrupt environment
  7. Personal drives vs corporate demands

What have you tried to manage these tensions, if any? Did it work well?

Our lives are geared with economic. It has indirectly shaped our economic behavior and thinking. The Scriptures however, provide a spiritual core for us to comprehend and live toward in the economic life to glorify God. Ultimately we will better understand the role of work in the kingdom of God.

We will first explore the origin of economic activity. Then focus on the purpose and understand the scriptural principles of economic life. Then move forward to examine the resources and context of economic life. Finally we will study the kind of enemies of economic life.

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Anonymous said…
Mr Sia BK will be the best person to teach about ekonomi?

Wa u still got so much usd haven't change back yet.
Tuesday, June 20, 2006 11:17:00 PM
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