Explore the flaws of modern economic theory and its reliance on utilitarianism. Discover how thinkers like Bentham and Mill shaped policies that challenge moral principles, natural rights, and Judeo-Christian ethics. Learn how these ideas impact free markets and society today.
In Romans chapter twelve the Apostle Paul tells us not to be conformed to the pattern of this world, but to be transformed by the renewal of our minds. The question I would like to raise is, “What does this look like in practice?” At the core I think we can all agree that it means we should be students of God’s Word. That is, God is calling us to know His Word. However, I think the admonishment goes beyond this. Indeed, we must be able to apply the principles of Scripture to the various facets of daily life if we are to fully implement the command. In this regard, I’m afraid that we may well be falling far short of our duty.
Once economics adopted utilitarianism, moral principles were cast aside in favor of what has become a practical atheism. Sadly, even many Christian institutions have uncritically adopted this curriculum. See what we are doing to help you stem the tide in this week’s Navigation Point.
In March of 2017, student protesters at Middlebury College shut down a planned lecture by Charles Murray. Murray was there to discuss the subject matter of his recent book, Coming Apart. The protesters themselves were wholly ignorant of anything that Murray had ever written or what he was going to say that evening. Nevertheless, they shouted and chanted and accused Murray of things he has never said or written. This event is incredibly disturbing
