Christianity And Economics Essay

Throughout all of our class, a major theme has been the connection between Christianity and Economics. Every economic decision we make also makes a statement about what we believe. If we consistently give away our resources, we show that money does not have control over us. If we are consumed by greed and constantly seek only to gain more power and resources, we show that we do not care about the lesser people around us who are in need. The question then is, how should being a Christian change the way in which you view and manage your resources? This includes understanding what the Bible says about living ethically and how this looks in a world obsessed with money and possessions. When talking about Christianity and money, especially in North …show more content…
In Jesus’ sermon on the mount, he says “But treasure up for yourselves treasures in heaven” (Mt 6:20). This teaching, which can also be found in other places through the New Testament, suggests that our actions now have a direct connection to our treasures in heaven. By living a life of generosity, you are somewhat able to trade treasures on earth for treasures, or approval from God. It is important to note the danger of using this as motivation to give. If you are giving away your possessions only because you believe God will have something in return for you, aren’t you still being selfish? When talking about this verse, Stassen and Gushee say, “Jesus did not teach impossible ideals but transforming initiatives that participate in the deliverance of the kingdom.” One of the important things to note here is that all of Jesus preaching about living generously were not commands, but results of what it looks like to live a transformed life. It is an invitation to be a part of God’s kingdom on earth. By being generous, you are participating in bringing Gods kingdom to