Although biblical principles are found throughout the book, BE is really about how the free market works (or should work, if bureaucrats don't get involved). Many misconceptions arise when the word "economics" is used, not the least of which being that economics is only about money. Noah Webster, in his 1828 dictionary put it this way in the first definition of the word "economy" : "Primarily, the management, regulation and government of a family or the concerns of a household." Rightly understood, economics is about far more than managing your money, it is about managing your spouse, your children, your time, and your mind. Economics is a measurement of value, where people place their priorities. Biblical economics is about placing value where God places value; esteeming what He esteems, desiring what He desires. In other words, biblical economics is about stewardship.
FREE BUMPER STICKER WITH YOUR ORDER: On March 23, 1775, the great patriot and founding father Patrick Henry concluded his speech to the House of Representatives with these chilling words: "Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"This new bumper sticker is your opportunity to remind fellow Americans that government bailouts put our very freedom in jeopardy. That's right. The more power we give to the federal government over our lives, the less liberty we will enjoy.
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