Human Flourishing
Economic Wisdom for a Fruitful Christian Vision of the Good Life
- Work, Money & Leadership
- Publisher: Pickwick Publications (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2020
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Publisher's Description
Beyond an internal transformation or mere "moment of salvation," how does Christian faith envision the good life? This question demands not only a Christian view of how individuals should live, but of how social institutions are best arranged for human flourishing. In the advanced modern world, our common public life is mainly lived out in the domains of work and commerce, so a Christian view of economic life is essential to a modern Christian view of human flourishing. In this volume, established evangelical scholars in theology, biblical studies, and history explore their disciplines in connection with economic wisdom to yield insights about what it means to live wholly, fruitfully, and well. Faithful and provocative, these essays uncover fresh ground on topics ranging from poverty to work ethic to capitalism/socialism to slavery to non-profit entities to the medieval indulgence industry.
Endorsements (3)
“A flourishing life is a connected life. In a world that often fragments our lives, it is no wonder we often feel disconnected and dislocated. A collaborative project that also connects our lives into a unified ‘house’ and ‘stewardship’ can take us to connectedness and flourishing. Connectedness is a gain for all, especially in the disciplines represented within the church. This book shows that admirably.”
“Human Flourishing challenges the reader to think deeply about intellectual questions that have everything to do with how we actually live in this world and what we as Christians have to offer to it. This is an excellent volume, not only for students and scholars, but also for all thoughtful people who seek God’s vision of the abundant life.”
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