God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School - Hardcover

Cortines, John; Baumer, Gregory

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1628624078 ISBN 13: 9781628624076

Publisher: Rose Publishing, 2016

Synopsis

John Cortines and Gregory Baumer met as Harvard MBA candidates in a men’s Bible study and stopped asking “How much should I give?” and started asking “How much do I need to keep?” With their top-notch education and rising careers, Cortines and Baumer were guaranteed comfort and security for the rest of their lives. However, when their plans for saving and spending collided with God’s purposes for extravagant generosity, they were each compelled to make a life-changing decision that challenges the values held by mainstream America and many Christian commentators. Cortines and Baumer show not only how to radically give, but explain how to do so responsibly.

Dive into the story and get equipped with the practical tools to―

• Easily set budgets for spending
• Wisely steward your money
• Prepare and save for your future―home ownership, retirement, higher education, etc.
• Know what the Bible says about money, tithing, and faith
• Discern when to give and when not to give

Featuring lessons from the Bible, modern day case studies, and practical ways to apply biblical principles no matter what situation you’re in, God and Money provides an incredible look into what the Bible says about―

• Tithing and Christian giving
• Wealth and stewardship
• Faith and generosity
• Love of money
• And so much more!

From the parables of the Rich Young Ruler to the Widow’s Mite, the Bible shows us that how we manage our money is critical to our relationship with God. God and Money uses these parables and more to teach you to save, spend, and steward your money in a biblical way by planting God’s purposes at the heart of your practices.

100% of the author royalties go toward Christian ministries focused on spreading the Gospel and providing for those in need.

About this title

About the Author

John Cortines
After launching his career in the Texas oil fields,John Cortines decided to advance the biblical messageof generosity full-time,joining the leadershipteam of GenerousGiving. He holds engineering degreesfrom Texas A&M University (BS, 2010),KAUST (MS, 2011), and an MBA fromHarvard Business School (2015).John lives in Orlando, Florida, with hiswife Megan and their two children.

Gregory Baumer
A native of Indianapolis,Indiana, Greg Baumerearned his BS in finance,business economics, andpublic policy from IndianaUniversity in 2008 beforestarting his career atMcKinsey & Company then AdventInternational. After earning his MBAfrom Harvard Business School in 2015,Greg joined Nashville-based healthcaretechnology startup naviHealth as vicepresident of product development andinnovation.Greg lives in Nashville, Tennessee withhis wife Alison and their young son (andanother child on the way!).

From the Inside Flap

"Fresh, entertaining, and practical. I read it twice!" -- DAVID WILLS President of National Christian Foundation

"Give your tithe to God. The rest is yours to save and spend." Sounds reasonable--right? Except that's not what the Bible teaches at all.

Two young Harvard MBAs on the fast track to wealth and success tell their story of God's transforming power and how it changed their lives and their relationship to money. They offer an honest look at what the Bible says about radical generosity.

John Cortines and Gregory Baumer, both MBA graduates from Harvard Business School, met in a men's Bible study group where they were confronted with a topic that would change the rest of their lives. As young Christians with sky-high earnings potential, what should they plan to do with their money? This question launched a fascinating investigative journey through the worlds of faith and finance that ultimately led to a startling conclusion that challenges the values of mainstream America and even of many Christian commentators.

SEVEN KEY PRINCIPLES OF RADICAL GENEROSITY--Packed with compelling case studies,research, and practical applications, God and Money outlines a simple framework and seven key principles for implementing radical generosity. No matter what your salary may be, Cortines and Baumer show how you can reap the rewards of radical generosity in your own life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rose Publishing
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1628624078
• ISBN 13: 9781628624076
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224