Impact of Belief Systems

in Business
 IMPACT OF BELIEF SYSTEMS IN
BUSINESS

Statistics show that about three-fourths of

the world population believes in a form of
religion. And while many people may
practice separate religious and professional
lives, many of the values taught in their
chosen belief system are applied in how they
work and operate in their organizations.
 An Introduction to
Christianity
As the world’s largest religion,
Christianity has more than two billion
followers worldwide. It is a monotheistic
religion based on the teachings of Jesus
Christ as the Son of God and savior.
Christian believe in the Holy Trinity as
forms of the same God.
 An Introduction to
Christianity

The History of Jesus Christ

 Christian Beliefs

One God
As monotheistic religion, Christians
believe in one God, the creator and
sustainer of life.
 Christian Beliefs
Justification of Faith
Through believing in Jesus as the Son of
God, and in his death and resurrection,
Christians can have a right relationship with
God, whose forgiveness was made possible
through the death of Jesus. Salvation comes
through Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection.
 Christian Beliefs

Eternal Life
Christians believe that there is
life after death. Heaven is the
final destination of believers.
 Christian Beliefs
Saints
Saints are recognized when they have lived
particularly good and holy lives, with whom
miracles are claimed to have been associated
after their death. Saints can intercede to God
on behalf of Christians. Only the Roman
Catholic and Orthodox perform the
canonization of saints.
 Christian Beliefs
Prayers and Rituals
It is a way to communicate with God.
Prayers can be formal and ritualistic but they
can also be personal and spontaneous. Some
traditions encourage prayer to God through
intermediaries, such as saints and martyrs.
Prayers through the Virgin Mary are central to
some churches.
 Christian Beliefs
Church
The church is a structure used for religious
activities and worship. Symbolically, the
Church is the body of Christ and is made up
of a community of believers. Jesus is the
head of the Church and to save others,
believers spread the gospel of the Kingdom.
 Christian Beliefs

Priests
Priests, ministers and vicars are
the spiritual leaders of Christians.
They worship by reading from
scriptures, prayers, speech, music,
sermons and holy ceremonies.
 Christian Beliefs

Bible
The Bible is the holy book and a
product of divine inspiration. It is
also collection of scriptures sacred
in Christianity and divided into the
Old and New Testaments
 Christian Beliefs
Eucharist
Eucharist is a celebration during Mass to
commemorate the final meal that Jesus took with
his disciples before crucifixion. The rite came from
the action of Christ in taking bread and wine during
the Last Supper. He asked his disciples to consume
them and continue to do so in his memory. The
wine represents his blood; and the bread his body.
 Christian Beliefs

Second Coming of Jesus

According to the gospel, the
return of Jesus to Earth after his
ascension to heaven 2,000 years
ago will come after the
apocalyptic signs.
 IMPACT OF CHRISTIANITY IN
BUSINESS PRACTICES

A Christian may apply his/her

beliefs to align with his/her
business practices as
demonstrated in the following
examples
 IMPACT OF CHRISTIANITY IN
BUSINESS PRACTICES
1. In Producing Goods
God has intended for mankind to develop Earth, by
imparting the knowledge and skills to be able to make
something from the materials that God has provided. But
there are temptations that accompany the productions of
goods and services when the focus is on acquiring material
things.
Christians are taught to avoid selfishness and greed.
Producing harmful, evil or destructive work, such as drugs
or pornography must be avoided.
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BUSINESS PRACTICES
2. In Employing People and Being Employed
In the Bible, Jesus taught that laborers deserve
wages and employers also benefit by having the
work done. Employers must exercise caution not to
oppress and be unfair. Employees, on the other hand,
must exercise caution to avoid carelessness in work,
laziness, jealousy, bitterness, dishonesty, theft or
rebelliousness.
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BUSINESS PRACTICES
3. In Buying and Selling
Commercial transactions are in themselves
good because the community is able to help
and fulfill each other’s needs. Amazing wealth
at the expense of other people is not the
Christian way. One must not engage in
dishonest businesses, use low-grade
materials, or overprice goods and services.
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BUSINESS PRACTICES
3. In Earning Profits
The Bible teaches about stewardship –
expanding or multiplying the possessions God
has entrusted mankind.
God gives Christians the opportunity to imitate
his character and glorify Him in every thing
they do – they must reflect God’s attributes of
love for others.