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Articles 1 - 9 of 9
Full-Text Articles in Business
Editor’S Perspective: The Fusion Of Religion And Business, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: The Fusion Of Religion And Business, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article provides a summary of the ancient Hebrew concept of emeth (truth, faithfulness) and how it is relevant to contemporary business.
Editor’S Perspective: The Time Value Of Morality, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: The Time Value Of Morality, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article presents the ancient Hebrew idea of Wisdom and its implications for contemporary business.
Editor’S Perspective: The Sacredness Of The Marketplace, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: The Sacredness Of The Marketplace, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article presents ideas from the ancient Hebrew concept of holiness and its relevance for contemporary business. It explores the thesis that the marketplace is sacred.
Apologetics Without Apology: Arguments For The Existence Of God From Business & Economics, Michael E. Cafferky
Apologetics Without Apology: Arguments For The Existence Of God From Business & Economics, Michael E. Cafferky
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This paper offers the reader ways for the business practitioner to participate in Christian apologetics. Apologetics is defined. The purpose and tasks of apologetics is described. A case is made for the importance of Christian apologetics. Several tactics are introduced that offer potential for the Christian apologist. A matrix describes the potential opportunities to develop Christian apologetics for the context of business and economics. A discussion follows regarding the implications for business scholars and Christian business school curriculum at all levels.
Editor’S Perspective: Saturating Minds And Hearts With Scripture, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: Saturating Minds And Hearts With Scripture, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article summarizes the contribution that the Journal of Biblical Integration in Business makes to Christian business scholarship. It explores the idea of faith integration in business.
Keeping Sabbath During The Week, Michael E. Cafferky
Keeping Sabbath During The Week, Michael E. Cafferky
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Would Sabbath-keeping be less meaningful if, on the other six days, our work disrupted human well-being or otherwise failed to honor the Sabbath Giver? This article is an abridged version of the longer peer-reviewed article "Sabbath: The Theological Roots of Sustainable Development" published in the Journal of Biblical Integration in Business available at http://cbfa-jbib.org/index.php/jbib/article/view/108/108 .
Sabbath: The Theological Roots Of Sustainable Development, Michael E. Cafferky
Sabbath: The Theological Roots Of Sustainable Development, Michael E. Cafferky
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It is the thesis of this paper that, in general, the points of emphasis by the UN Commission on Sustainable Development are in close, but not perfect, alignment with the concept of Sabbath-shalom in Scripture. Some differences also exist. Sabbath begins at Creation and is the substance and symbol of God’s care for this earth. In Sabbath we rest in God’s sustaining power. Sabbath also is integral to covenant relationships. This means that Sabbath is not merely about care for the environment but also about care for all relationships envisioned by the concept of shalom. Both the creation roots and …
The Ethical-Religious Framework For Shalom, Michael E. Cafferky
The Ethical-Religious Framework For Shalom, Michael E. Cafferky
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This paper explores the ancient Hebrew Decalogue, the Ten Commandments, a traditional ethical-religious framework for business conduct, in terms of its contribution to well-being. Some elements of the Decalogue align with what contemporary scholars believe are generally-accepted moral principles expected of businesses. This paper addresses the question of how all the elements of the Decalogue contribute to the Hebrew concept of Shalom. The purpose of the Decalogue is established in the context of a covenant community of believers. Each of the Ten Commandments is evaluated in terms of its contribution to Shalom.
Sabbath & Management, Theology & Application, Michael E. Cafferky
Sabbath & Management, Theology & Application, Michael E. Cafferky
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Without detracting from the importance of setting aside one day of worship each week some scholars believe that the meaning of Sabbath contains broader principles. This paper presents a summary of Sabbath theology based on two biblical themes: Creation and Covenant. It provides support for why managers should consider applying Sabbath principles in their work. Part III shows some of the ways in which this might play out in managerial work.