Financial Faith Integration
Corporate Finance: Integration of Faith Paulette Chapman, Lisa Cooke-Moore, Tori Curley, Janelle Dawkins, and Anthony Donkoh 201230 Summer 2012 BUSI 530-B05 LUO Managerial Finance Liberty University Dr. Halstead July 1, 2012
Abstract This essay will provide a scriptural key to understanding the topics of finance in a Christian worldview perspective. The illustrations will be reflected through the events found in God’s word, providing a greater understanding into the relevance of the Bible in today’s economic world. It will show the importance of the integration of faith, as God has provided His wisdom for today in the illustrations of the Holy Word. Refer to II Timothy 3: 16-17 (New King James Version, 2005); “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” This provides an understanding that God’s word continues to apply today as it has maintained strength and reference to aspects of life and development. The topic of finance is addressed throughout the scriptures with suggestions for the proper practice. It is clear in the study of God’s word that finance is a part of the structural design that is to provide for the development of humankind and the world. Key words: Finance, Christian worldview perspective, God’s word, structural design
Corporate Finance: Integration of Faith Introduction to Corporate Finance
Stewardship
How faith integration manifests itself within the practice of corporate finance can only be understood when studying God's word within the Holy Bible and practicing its teachings. One important aspect of integrating one’s faith within the context of finance is through stewardship. Stewardship is defined as;
"1. the position and duties of a steward, a person who acts as the surrogate
of
Abstract This essay will provide a scriptural key to understanding the topics of finance in a Christian worldview perspective. The illustrations will be reflected through the events found in God’s word, providing a greater understanding into the relevance of the Bible in today’s economic world. It will show the importance of the integration of faith, as God has provided His wisdom for today in the illustrations of the Holy Word. Refer to II Timothy 3: 16-17 (New King James Version, 2005); “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” This provides an understanding that God’s word continues to apply today as it has maintained strength and reference to aspects of life and development. The topic of finance is addressed throughout the scriptures with suggestions for the proper practice. It is clear in the study of God’s word that finance is a part of the structural design that is to provide for the development of humankind and the world. Key words: Finance, Christian worldview perspective, God’s word, structural design
Corporate Finance: Integration of Faith Introduction to Corporate Finance
Stewardship
How faith integration manifests itself within the practice of corporate finance can only be understood when studying God's word within the Holy Bible and practicing its teachings. One important aspect of integrating one’s faith within the context of finance is through stewardship. Stewardship is defined as;
"1. the position and duties of a steward, a person who acts as the surrogate
of
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