Financial Readiness

This module explores the historical perspective of faith and giving. It also aims to help congregations determine their fiscal strength and align financial procedures with standard business fiduciary best practices.
Oikos Institute Aacademy · December 18, 2024

This module explores the historical perspective of faith and giving. It also aims to help congregations determine their fiscal strength and align financial procedures with standard business fiduciary best practices.

By completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Analyze historical and biblical paradigms of church financing.
  • Examine how American culture, politics, and economics have shaped religious practices.
  • Evaluate social capital and its role in funding church growth and community impact.
  • Formulate strategies for partnerships with entrepreneurs and corporations to promote social impact.

Before we begin, please download your Module 3 Packet

Use the journal feature at the bottom left of your screen to respond to reflection questions and prompts, define terms, and take notes.

  1. What does the word “religion” mean to you?
  2. What is the correct biblical mode of supporting the church?
  3. How has capitalism influenced church building and operations?
  4. What are the implications of pastors depending on congregational support?
  5. How should the church lead congregations toward making a meaningful social impact?
  6. What is the relationship between faith, finance, and social capital?

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Course Includes

  • 4 Lessons