The Discipline of Economics
"Why is it important to focus on faith, work, AND economics?" asks Dr. Anne Bradley, who writes for the Institute for Faith and Work Economics. "Because understanding economics – beyond the financial sense of the word – helps you apply your creativity, purpose, and freedom to the best of your abilities."
Economic principles, she argues, help us find the best use of our time, abilities and passions. "They will help you better steward the gifts and resources God has given you," she writes.
When I look at my life, it's often a jumble of missed opportunities and wasted efforts. Economic principles can help me find the right allotment of energy and drive. So the bigger question is, "Does God want us to walk by faith, or by economic principles?" Read the whole article here.
The Theology of Work Bible Commentary is an in-depth Bible study tool put together by a group of biblical scholars, pastors, and workplace Christians to help you discover what the whole Bible--from Genesis to Revelation--says about work. Business, education, law, service industries, medicine, government--wherever you work, in whatever capacity, the Scriptures have something to say about it. This edition is a one-volume hardcover version.