A Response to Brian E. Porter’s “The Compatibility of Christianity and Business”

Abstract

Brian’s topic is an extremely broad and complex issue and hence it is not surprising that his paper deals with only one facet of the topic. His two premises that 1) “one who is a Christian should...integrate one’s faith in all
areas of life including business,” and 2) “virtually everyone participates in business...either directly or indirectly” are supported fairly well. However, these two premises demonstrate in Brian’s words “that Christianity and business are inseparable” rather than that they are compatible.