Foundations of Economics: A Christian View

Foundations of Economics is an introduction to economics from an explicitly Christian perspective. It maintains that there is no conflict between Christian doctrine and economic science, properly understood. The three specific goals of this textbook are: to demonstrate that the foundations of economic laws are derived from a Christian understanding of nature and humanity; to explain basic economic principles of the market economy and apply them to various economic problems, such as poverty and economic development; and to show the relationship between Christian ethics and economic policy.

While explaining the relevance of economics for fulfilling the cultural mandate set forth in the first two chapters of Genesis and providing strong intellectual foundations for economic policy, this volume also presents these topics with skill, aided by humor, and applies them practically.