Document Type
Proceeding Paper
Publication Date
Summer 6-27-2011
Abstract
This paper examines operational efficiency from a biblical theology perspective. The paper describes operational efficiency in contemporary terms and considers six categories of constraints on efficiency. In pursuing its purpose the paper reviews six relevant biblical themes including: God‘s character, creation, covenant, shalom, blessing, and fruitfulness. Five biblical values and virtues describe how efficiency is to be achieved: truth, wisdom, prudence, usefulness, and stewardship. The biblical theme of agricultural yield provides an illustration of the instrumental virtues and values by which workers achieve and measure efficiency.
Recommended Citation
Cafferky, M. E. (2011). Sensible, prudent & shrewd: Building blocks for a theology of efficiency. Christian Business Faculty Association (CBFA) Annual Conference. Mt. Vernon Nazarene University, Mt. Vernon, OH. June 27-July 1.
Included in
Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion Commons
Comments
Also presented as a Conference Paper:
Cafferky, M. E. (2011). Sensible, prudent and shrewd: Building blocks for a theology of efficiency. Biblical Foundations of Faith & Learning Conference. Southern Adventist University. Playa del Carmen, Mexico. March 3.