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Why Business Matters to God: (And What Still Needs to Be Fixed) Paperback – October 4, 2010

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Jeff Van Duzer grew up thinking business was the source of much damage and evil in the world, the work of greedy capitalists polluting the environment. Thirty years later he was dean of a business school.In the course of that remarkable transformation, Van Duzer found cause for both hope and concern. He discovered many business people achieving a great deal of good for society as well as a lot of illegal and unethical behavior.Along the way he found some who thought that merely being honest and kind was what made business Christian. Others said they'd never ask pastors for business advice because they had no interest or experience in their work. After all, wasn't "full-time Christian service" what the church was all about?This book explores the nature and meaning of doing business and finds it calls for much more than most think. Van Duzer presents a profoundly Christian approach that integrates biblical studies with the disciplines of business and economics. Looking beyond the place of ethical principles and the character of the individual, Van Duzer displays a vision of business that contributes to the very purposes of God.

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"This book should be standard reading for business students of faith, giving them the theological undergirding of the vocation of business as a sacred calling from God. It affirms that it is possible to do business well and profitably by viewing it this way--as a service to the community and to employees."

-- Scott B. Rae, Journal of Markets and Morality, Vol. 14, No. 1

"In Why Business Matters to God, Van Duzer, a lawyer turned business-school dean, treads where most clergy and theologians fear to go, yet where most parishioners must go every day: into the marketplace. Van Duzer resists easy stereotyping and business bashing, opting instead for a careful theological treatment of the role of business in God's created order. Noting the practical good and harm that flow from business in a fallen world, Van Duzer offers theological framing and practical ideas for how business can be redeemed, discover a new purpose and even become a new creation. Van Duzer is to be applauded and his model should be carefully considered by those who choose to be in the world but not of it."

-- David W. Miller, Ph.D., director, Princeton University Faith Work Initiative, associate research scholar, and president, The Avodah Institute

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"This book explores the creative dimensions of God's purpose and meaning for business. It is a must-read for those who are seeking to glorify God as they do business."

-- C. William Pollard, Chairman Emeritus, The ServiceMaster Company

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ IVP Academic
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 4, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0830838880
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0830838882
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.7 x 9 inches
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

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Customers appreciate the book's biblical foundation, with one review noting how it combines theological exegesis of business principles. Moreover, the writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting its clear communication of concepts. Additionally, customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it's a must-read for leaders. They also value its economic perspective, with one review emphasizing that business is more than just profit.

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14 customers mention "Biblical foundation"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's biblical foundation, with several noting how it combines theological exegesis of the basis of business. One customer describes it as a very good primer on work and faith, while another mentions it provides proper biblical motivation.

"Why Business Matters to God is an solid introduction to business from God's perspective for anyone interested in the topic...." Read more

"This book is about God's purpose in our lives and how we can instill this purpose not only in our daily lives but also in our business...." Read more

"This is a very unique book. It combines theological exegesis of the basis of business with practical insights from the author's personal business..." Read more

"One of the best articulations of the theology of business I’ve read. Simple, scriptural and deep...." Read more

14 customers mention "Readability"14 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and excellent, with one customer noting it is a must-read for all leaders.

"This is an excellent book that should be read by all Believers, but especially three groups of people: business owners, investors, and employees...." Read more

"...This book is a must read for all leaders, and is now part of my "Dantotsu" collection (Best of the Best). Danita Bye..." Read more

"This is a very unique book...." Read more

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6 customers mention "Writing style"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with reviews highlighting its clear communication of concepts, interesting presentation, and practical insights.

"...It combines theological exegesis of the basis of business with practical insights from the author's personal business experience...." Read more

"...Simple, scriptural and deep. A must read for all who aspire to serve God in any sphere not just business." Read more

"Jeff Van Duzer seems to be a thoughtful, spiritual, and consultative writer, who communicates concepts clearly...." Read more

"...This book is really well written, personable, and accessible for an average Joe like me. Kudos for Jeff!" Read more

5 customers mention "Value for money"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's value for money, with one customer noting that business is more than just profit, while another highlights the importance of fair wages.

"...find the book most directly applicable to their life, but it has value for everyone, especially pastors or those seeking to better understand how to..." Read more

"...bad business practices, unethical behavior, workaholic behavior, fair wages, environmental sustainability and employer-employee relations...." Read more

"...book does an excellent job of making a Biblical case for the intrinsic value of work...." Read more

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  • S. Sanders
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reminder of our Role as Stewards
    Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
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    This is an excellent book that should be read by all Believers, but especially three groups of people: business owners, investors, and employees. Yes, that covers almost everyone! As business owners, our decisions should always be made through the filter of our faith and the responsibility we have as a Believer. As an investor we should be putting our money toward supporting companies that are serving the world and not conflicting with our moral compass. As employees we should be looking to use our influence, no matter how great or how little, to nudge our companies toward making good decisions that align with our moral compass. In the case of employees and investors, if the company/investment is not aligned, then it’s time to move our resources elsewhere.

    I could go on an on, but it’s better to just point you to the book.
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  • Joseph A. Griffin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Solid introduction to the topic
    Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2011
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    Why Business Matters to God is an solid introduction to business from God's perspective for anyone interested in the topic. Granted mostly followers of Christ who work in the business world will find the book most directly applicable to their life, but it has value for everyone, especially pastors or those seeking to better understand how to integrate their faith and work in a more biblical manner.

    Van Duzer has done well addressing such a major topic in such a short book. Almost any portion of this book could have been a book in itself. Because of the length, it leaves some critical areas under addressed. The topic of profit is addressed briefly at the end, but I found myself wanting to read more about the issue.

    From a theological perspective, Van Duzer is thoroughly biblical in his approach. He has strongly grounded his work in a biblical theology that will resonate well with many of today's Christian readers. Due to the resurgence of Reformed thought among younger believers, the narrative approach to understanding business will prove to be a fertile ground to plant the fact that business does matter to God.
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  • Danita Bye, Millennials Matter
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful perspective on the integration between biblical studies and business
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2011
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    This book is about God's purpose in our lives and how we can instill this purpose not only in our daily lives but also in our business. Van Duze does a brilliant job of integrating biblical studies with business insight and practical wisdom. The goal is to create a business that contributes to the purpose of God.

    This book is a must read for all leaders, and is now part of my "Dantotsu" collection (Best of the Best).

    Danita Bye
    Sales Growth Specialists
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  • Adam Smith
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for anyone who either works for or runs a business
    Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2013
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    This is a very unique book. It combines theological exegesis of the basis of business with practical insights from the author's personal business experience. It is not merely idealistic, but eminently practical in scope. He begins with an unfinished parable of three students who ask a pastor for career advice. One is considering law school, one medical school and the final one is considering business school. The pastor says that God's purpose for law is his concern for justice; his purpose for medicine is his concern for healing. The parable ends there. God's purpose for business was not stated. I think this is how many who desire to serve God in the business world feel. What is God's purpose for business?

    He then discusses God's purpose for business. He makes the case that God's purpose is not merely instrumental (a means to another end). In other words, business is not just to earn money so it can be put to good uses. It has a much higher purpose. It requires us to dig a little deeper into the Bible, but the answer is there. He utilizes a "narrative hermeneutic": it looks at the larger biblical picture and draws conclusions.

    Here are the main ones:
    >The material world matters to God
    >Human beings are called to steward God's creation
    >Human beings are made in the image of God
    >Humans are made to live within limits
    >God delights in variety
    >The garden was incomplete

    God's purpose for business is two-fold:

    >Business appears to be uniquely well situated to work the fields, to cause the land to be fruitful, and to fill the earth - what we might in modern parlance characterize as "to create wealth"
    >Business is also the dominant institution (although obviously not the only one) equipped to provide organized opportunities for meaningful and creative work

    In the end, business is not just a matter of maximizing profits so investors gain a higher ROI (return on investment), it is a matter of finding ways to serve customers, vendors, communities and the entire culture. It is in this way that individual workers and business leaders maintain their motivation and do good in the world.

    While this is the main focus of the book, he also delves into bad business practices, unethical behavior, workaholic behavior, fair wages, environmental sustainability and employer-employee relations. He skillfully places business practices in the larger context of God's purposes in history. Notice that God has purposes for the present, nut just the ultimate end of all things.

    Recommendation

    I think that Christian business workers and leaders need to read this book. It gives the reader proper biblical motivation and practical ways to implement the vision of this book. I was certainly encouraged to see my work in a different light. It has helped me to more fully buy in to the mission of my work.
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  • Nelson Paul Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Business Bible
    Reviewed in Canada on February 19, 2017
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    Like the Holy Scriptures, this book does not teach all truth, but the truth it does teach is transformative. And it is like a study Bible packed full of case studies and examples to help the reader see herself / himself in the message. Finally, like the Scriptures it seems timely when it was written, now and I suspect will be well into the future. Get it! Read it! Work it! Thank-you Dr. Van Duzer!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A great book. For the many of us who are ...
    Reviewed in Canada on June 10, 2015
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    A great book. For the many of us who are in the marketplace, it provides a framework for mission.
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  • Tom K.
    2.0 out of 5 stars A waste of time.
    Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2019
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    Not a very intelligent book. The few interesting points it makes could be summarized in one chapter. The rest is time-wasting filler.
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