Schneider, John R., 1951-

The good of affluence : seeking God in a culture of wealth / John R. Schneider. - Grand Rapids, MI : W.B. Eerdmans, 2002. - x, 233 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 221-227) and index.

Introduction : Seeking God in a culture of wealth -- The "new" culture of capitalism -- Genesis : the cosmic vision of delight -- The Exodus : land of liberation and delight -- The prophets and wisdom : economic life is eternal life -- The Incarnation and economic identity -- The radical Jesus as the Lord of Delight -- Parables of affluence -- Narratives of wealth in the early church -- Epilogue : Being affluent in a world of poverty.

0802847994 (pbk. : alk. paper)

2002024469


Wealth--Religious aspects--Christianity.
Wealth--Biblical teaching.
Capitalism--Religious aspects--Christianity.

BR 115 .W4 / S37 2002