A Biblical Economics Manifesto: Economics and the Christian Worldview

by James P. Gills

Combining biblical insights, scholarly research and common sense in this hard-hitting economic treatise, James P. Gills, M.D. and Ronald H. Nash, Ph.D., expose current systems threatening true liberty and prosperity. Anyone looking for a balanced review of current world economic systems and the long term consequences of popular trends will find this to be a clear, concise analysis.

In these confusing days of economic coercion for the sake of security, Gills and Nash present compelling conclusions that call for an informed Christian response to those who govern worldwide. Readers are shown the benefits and liabilities of life in a free-market capitalist, socialist or interventionist society.

The authors also evaluate the long-term effects of each system and help readers come to terms with how God intends people to live-with responsibility and gratitude. This timely study encourages readers to examine their own personal values in light of God's Word, and to accept the challenge of removing whatever prevents them and others from enjoying godly prosperity and freedom.

Concerned citizens cannot afford to miss this urgent message-America's future hangs in the balance! "A solid mix of biblical wisdom and common sense." -Chuck Colson

Genres: Economics, Theology, Politics, Philosophy

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 31, 2002

About the author

James P. Gills, M.D. has earned a reputation as the most experienced cataract surgeon in the world. He is the founder and medical director of the renowned St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Dr. Gills has dedicated his life to restoring much more than physical version. His not-for-profit publishing outreach, Love Press, has distributed well over three million copies of his books on a donation basis through LoveLines: The Honor Innovation.

Reviews

[Chuck B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seems interesting that the people rating this book poorly have no input about or alternatives to the content and quality of this piece.

I added an extra star to my rating to offset some of the trash and also bc a several years have passed since reading but do recommend this to anyone who's interested, especially people who erroneously parrot "money is the root of all evil."

1 Timothy 6:10;
"For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows."

[Will Atkins · Rating 3 out of 5]

My last book for 2022. Very short read. I would have liked a bit more Bible in the “biblical manifesto” as opposed to claims without much support. But overall a decent capitalism vs socialism treatise.

[Felipe Sabino · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente introdução à superioridade econômica e moral do capitalismo em comparação ao socialismo e intervencionismo.

[Patrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Which form of government is most just and most consistent with principles from the Bible: socialism, capitalism, or something in between (interventionism)? The answer, Gills and Nash argue in this brief book, is rightly-defined capitalism. Their most compelling reason is probably their argument from human nature. They write,

One of the more effective ways of mitigating the effects of human sin in society is dispersing and decentralizing power. The combination of a free market economy and limited constitutional government is the most effective means yet devised to impede the concentration of economic and political power in the hands of a small number of people. Every person's ultimate protection against coercion requires control over some private spheres of life where he or she can be free. For example, private ownership of property is an important buffer against any exorbitant consolidation of power by government. The free market...recognizes the weaknesses of human nature and the limitations of human knowledge.

Overall, this is a very simple but insightful read.

[Sean McGowan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book.