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Business for the Glory of God: The Bible's Teaching on the Moral Goodness of Business Hardcover – November 6, 2003

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Can business activity in itself be morally good and pleasing to God? Sometimes business can seem so shady-manipulating the "bottom line," deceiving the consumer, or gaining promotions because of whom you know.

But Wayne Grudem introduces a novel concept: business itself glorifies God when it is conducted in a way that imitates God's character and creation. He shows that all aspects of business, including ownership, profit, money, competition, and borrowing and lending, glorify God because they are reflective of God's nature. Though Grudem isn't naïve about the easy ways these activities can be perverted and used as a means to sin, he knows that Christians can be about the business of business.

This biblically based book is a thoughtful guide to imitating God during interactions with customers, coworkers, employees, and other businesses. See how your business, and your life in business, can be dedicated to God's glory.

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Wayne Grudem (PhD, University of Cambridge; DD, Westminster Theological Seminary) is Distinguished Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary, having previously taught for twenty years at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a former president of the Evangelical Theological Society, a member of the Translation Oversight Committee for the English Standard Version of the Bible, the general editor of the ESV Study Bible, and the author of over twenty-five books.

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"A thoughtful review of the purpose and meaning of business and a fresh way to look at honoring and glorifying God in doing business."
―C. William Pollard, Chairman Emeritus, The ServiceMaster Company

"Helpful, easy-to-understand grounding for business leadership."
―James Fellowes, CEO, Fellowes, Inc.

"What remarkable insight!"
―Stephen Happel,Emeritus Professor of Economics, W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University

"What a great reminder that your business life can be a critical part of how you serve God and impact lives for eternity!"
―Dave Browne, Former CEO, LensCrafters; current CEO, Family Christian Stores

About the Author

Wayne Grudem (PhD, University of Cambridge) is Distinguished Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary. He is a member of the Translation Oversight Committee for the English Standard Version of the Bible, the general editor of the ESV Study Bible, and the author of over twenty-five books.

Distinguished Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies, Phoenix Seminary; author, Christian Ethics

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Crossway
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 6, 2003
Edition ‏ : ‎ a
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1581345178
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1581345179
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.56 x 7.75 inches

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Wayne Grudem (PhD, University of Cambridge; DD, Westminster Theological Seminary) is distinguished research professor of theology and biblical studies at Phoenix Seminary, having previously taught for 20 years at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a former president of the Evangelical Theological Society, a member of the Translation Oversight Committee for the English Standard Version of the Bible, the general editor of the ESV Study Bible, and has published over 20 books.

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Customers find the book well-written and suitable for average Christians, providing a great walk through Biblical principles of business. Moreover, the book is full of insights and serves as a good introduction to the topic. However, customers have mixed opinions about its length, with several noting it is very short.

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Customers find the book well written and concise, making it a good read for average Christians.

"Good, easy to read, applicable, basic undersranding of work in relation to scripture...." Read more

"...to those two views, this book will argue that they are all fundamentally good things that God has given to the human race, but that they all carry..." Read more

"A good little book that accomplishes its task of briefly showing "that many aspects of business activity are morally good in themselves, and that in..." Read more

"...Business for the Glory of God is a wonderful little book that is sure to edify whoever reads it...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's Biblical principles of business, describing it as a great walk through these teachings and noting its valuable content for Christians.

"Good, easy to read, applicable, basic undersranding of work in relation to scripture...." Read more

"...These two fundamental points are (1) that God is glorified when we imitate His attributes, and (2) that glorifying God and imitating His attributes..." Read more

"...we have come to expect from Grudem's books, this one is filled with references to the Bible and in fact is driven by Scripture...." Read more

"...In short, Grudem's economics are sound, because they are biblical." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's insights, noting it provides good food for thought and serves as a good introduction to the topic. One customer mentions it helps them look at business in a different light.

"...Through each chapter Grudem shows that the topic he discusses is fundamentally good, whether it be ownership, profit, or inequality of possessions,..." Read more

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"...Being that it is a short book, most of the topics are dealt with briefly and so this book is a good introduction to the scriptures on work and..." Read more

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"...This book is a short read, I finished it in a few hours. I read this book for BUSI 301 at Liberty University and then wrote an analytical review...." Read more

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stephen
Useful handbook for christians entrepreneurs
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
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Good, easy to read, applicable, basic undersranding of work in relation to scripture. Not super detailed, even if you know everything in the book already its probably worded in a new way or just a good refresher. Useful for every christian but more valuable for christians who also own a business.

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Steve&Joanne
Few pages, but lots of wisdom per page
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2014
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Let me begin by saying that Wayne Grudem is my favorite author. I became fond of his writing after reading his "Systematic Theology", but this book has definitely contributed to why I appreciate him. This is a short but dense book, and this is how I would personally summarize Grudem's goal in writing this book: to explain that business and many business activities are fundamentally good and glorifying to God. However, business and business activities (like all good things) come with associated temptations.

Grudem asks readers to keep two main points in mind throughout the book that will help be a guide to his arguments for the remainder of the book. These two fundamental points are (1) that God is glorified when we imitate His attributes, and (2) that glorifying God and imitating His attributes should never lead to sin.

With these points in mind, Grudem discusses 9 aspects of business in 9 subsequent chapters: (1) Ownership, (2) Productivity, (3) Employment, (4) Commercial Transactions (buying and selling), (5) Profit, (6) Money, (7) Inequality of Possessions, (8) Competition, (9) Borrowing and lending. He uses many Scriptural passages to essentially conclude that each of these activities at a fundamental level is good and glorifying to God. He also explains what types of temptations are associated with each of these activities and why Christian culture sometimes views these activities in a negative manner.

He concludes the book by stressing the importance of our attitude in anything we do, for even good deeds are not good if done with a wrong heart. He also concludes by explaining how business is required for a long-term solution to extreme poverty across the globe.

Things I liked about the book:

Grudem does not take lightly what Scripture says, and it is very evident in this book. The book is packed full of Scriptural passages and references. Readers are not left wondering whether or not the Bible really says what Grudem claims it says, for he references Scripture in all his arguments.

"Business for the Glory of God" is written very logically. Following along with Grudem's arguments is very simple task, for he writes so eloquently yet so concisely. Readers are not lost in long-winded sentences, and they are not confused by the lack of valid argument. Readers may choose not to agree with Grudem's conclusions (although, I would hope you would), but that would not be due to not understanding his arguments.

Things I did not like about the book:

The only thing I can point out that I did not necessarily like about the book is that it was short! I am sure this was intentional and effective in explaining points concisely. However, I loved reading it and wished there was more of it to read.

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"Are things like profit, competition, money, and ownership of possessions always tainted with evil? Or are they merely morally neutral things that can be used for good or for evil? In contrast to those two views, this book will argue that they are all fundamentally good things that God has given to the human race, but that they all carry many temptations to misuse and wrong-doing." (emphasis is part of original quote)

Final Thoughts:

I think anyone, Christian or non-Christian, can appreciate and learn from this book. Grudem successfully demonstrates that God cares about business and that business is done with integrity and for His glory. I give this book a 5 out of 5 and recommend it to anyone, especially those in the business world!

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Andrew Gilmore
A Good Primer
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2012
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A good little book that accomplishes its task of briefly showing "that many aspects of business activity are morally good in themselves, and that in themselves they bring glory to God--though they also have great potential for misuse and wrongdoing." Grudem discusses the business concepts of:
1. Ownership
2. Productivity
3. Employment
4. Commercial transactions (buying and selling)
5. Profit
6. Money
7. Inequality of possessions (an intriguing and controversy-ready chapter!)
8. Competition
9. Borrowing and lending (a good chapter for someone with a good chunk of student loan debt)
10. Attitudes of heart
11. Effect on world poverty

Again, this is a primer, as it's only 83 pages before notes and index. But it's worth the read and I think it probably is subsumed by Grudem's massive work on politics that came out a year or two ago.

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Tim Challies
A Great but Short Treatment of the Subject
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2005
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I own quite a few books written by Wayne Grudem and most of them vary between being long and very long (not to say that this is necessarily a bad thing). Grudem takes on difficult and controversial subjects such as Bible translation and the roles of men and women in the church and covers them both thoroughly and biblically. It was with some surprise, then, that I received Business for the Glory of God and noted that it is a mere 96 pages - the perfect size to read in a single evening. Its size may be deceiving, for this little book contains some powerful teaching about the value of business.

Grudem says, rightly I'm sure, that when people ask how their lives can glorify God, they are rarely told, "Go into business." Students, when they ask, "How can I serve God with my life," don't often hear the answer, "Go into business." This little book claims just this, that "many aspects of business activity are morally good in themselves, and that in themselves they bring glory to God - though they also have great potential for misuse and wrongdoing." Dr. Grudem examines business under the following headings:

1. Ownership

2. Productivity

3. Employment

4. Commercial transactions (buying and selling)

5. Profit

6. Money

7. Inequality of possessions

8. Competition

9. Borrowing and lending

10. Attitudes of hearing

11. Effect on world poverty

Through each chapter Grudem shows that the topic he discusses is fundamentally good, whether it be ownership, profit, or inequality of possessions, and that each one provides many opportunities to glorify God, but also many temptations to sin. The temptation to sin by making an idol of money, for example, does not negate the fact that money is fundamentally good and is a God-given gift. As we have come to expect from Grudem's books, this one is filled with references to the Bible and in fact is driven by Scripture.

What the reader will come to understand is that business, as fundamentally good as it is, is not an end in itself. Business and all the elements that comprise it, are instruments God uses to bring glory to Himself. God is glorified when we use our gifts and talents to employ others, to make money and to turn a profit. God is glorified when we borrow and lend and compete. God has entrusted these tools to us and expects us to use them in a way that honors Him. The book concludes with a reflection on the effect of business on world poverty. "I believe the only long-term solution to world poverty is business. That is because businesses produce goods, and business produce jobs. And business continue producing goods year after year, and continue providing jobs and paying wages year after year. Therefore if we are every going to see long-term solutions to world poverty, I believe it will come through starting and maintaining productive, profitable businesses."

Business for the Glory of God is a wonderful little book that is sure to edify whoever reads it. As we approach the Christmas season, this may be a book you would want to consider purchasing as a gift (or stocking-stuffer depending on your budget) for the man or woman in your life who is involved in business, or even for the teen who is wondering how he can use his life to bring glory to God. I enjoyed this book and am happy to recommend it.

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Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2025
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Loved it. Highly recommend

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eui yeon kim
Simply good
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
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I knew that business was pleasing to God, but I didn’t know in detail how business glorified God. If you want to glorify God with your work, read this book.

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Tao
I put highlights in almost every page. That’s how good it is. Amen. Business really glorifies God!
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2024
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Concise and PACKED with insights. Amen brother. I can confidently do my business while being fulfilled, knowing my business is a form of worship to God.

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Peter
We Need This Teaching More
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2024
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A very good short book. It helps to clear up the guilt around being a Christian businessman and entrepreneur. Business is godly.

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Business for the Glory of God not only sets the ...
Reviewed in Canada on May 10, 2016
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Business for the Glory of God not only sets the standards, purpose, moral ethics and Gods heart, it also gave me a firm reason to be functional and profitable with God as my partner. As a person/s in business we/I have choosen a career path which impacts and influences every client I meet. I choose how my day will and has been to the Glory of God

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2023
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If ever you have struggled with charging your worth or negotiating for a higher salary as a Christian, then this book is a must read for you.

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Wise advice
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 4, 2013
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Good principles, however, a bit repetitive with constant reiteration which was unnecessary as the principles were well laid out in the first place.

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Geoff Cook
Excellent primer on God's purpose for business
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 20, 2013
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So often in our times business and finance in particular are reviled and condemned. This book places the role of business in society in a God honouring and eternal perspective. Business is a force for good when it is patterned after the Creator's example. The fuller exposition of this important book will be of great value when completed.

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