By Rich Sanders
Christian Capitalists walk a path that blends two powerful forces: unwavering faith in God through following His Son, Jesus Christ, and a deep commitment to sharing the blessings we have received from God with our poor and needy neighbors. It is not a contradiction to work hard and build financial prosperity—in fact, it is a sacred obligation to reflect God’s image, honor His blessings, and bless others in return. The Christian Capitalist Ethic offers a roadmap for living out a calling to work hard and give generously to the poor and needy in the name of Jesus Christ.
At the foundation of Christian Capitalism is the belief that everything belongs to God. All we earn, build, buy, or save originates from His creation. Our wealth is not our own—it is entrusted to us by God for a time, and with it comes the responsibility to use it wisely and generously.
Christian Capitalists work because God works. Made in His image, we are created to labor, not just to provide for ourselves, but to glorify God in all that we do. Jesus came to complete God’s work on earth, and now it is our duty to continue that work by making disciples, living with purpose, and transforming communities through faith-powered enterprise.
From the fruits of that labor, we are called to manage our financial resources with wisdom: saving for the future, investing with discernment, and protecting our families. Yet we are equally called to resist idolizing wealth.
As Christian Capitalists, we do not serve money—we serve God with our money. “The more we make, the more we give” is the slogan of this movement, and it invites people to pursue a spiritual discipline of giving. Financial gain is not a personal trophy—it’s a tool to advance God’s kingdom and serve others in need.
The Christian Capitalist Ethic reminds us that love of God and neighbor must guide every financial decision. We give to the poor and needy not for recognition or self-congratulation, but with humility, understanding that all gifts originate with God. In every gift, we shine the light of Christ, declaring not our own success, but His generosity.
Leadership, too, is redefined through this spiritual discipline. Christian Capitalists are servant leaders, placing the needs of others before their own. Whether as CEOs or entry-level workers, in every industry and walk of life, we are called to model Christ in every role, to lead with compassion, and to pursue excellence, not for our glory but for His.
Importantly, wealth is never the measure of worth for a Christian Capitalist. Whether we give two coins or millions of dollars, God loves the heart behind the offering. True wealth lies in wisdom, joy, and a closer walk with God. While earthly riches are fleeting, heavenly treasures endure.
Finally, the Christian Capitalist understands that the reward for hard work and generous giving is not status or comfort—it is joy in this life and a place in the Kingdom of Heaven in the future. Our time on Earth is brief, but what we do with it—how we work, how we give, and how we love—echoes into eternity.
To be a Christian Capitalist is to embrace the Gospel of Hard Work and Generous Giving. It’s to use every gift, every opportunity, and every dollar to love God, love people, and change the world in Jesus’ name. The more we make, the more we give!
Rich Sanders is a pastor, small business owner, retired healthcare attorney and adjunct professor at Emory University, and former intelligence officer in the U.S. Navy. He and his wife, Rebekah, met at church in 1996, have been blessed with three children (James, William and Caroline), and live in Destin with their large golden retriever, Cowboy.
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