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Peter J. Briscoe

Business & Finance - by the Book

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After retiring from over 40 years in business, I am able to dedicate my time to writing and teaching about business and finance 'by the Book." The Book, is, of course, the Bible. I am amazed about how practical the Bible is. It provides timeless wisdom for all life stations and inspires to great deeds. It equips us for all tasks we have to do to live meaningful lives and contribute to the expansion of Gods kingdom, loving's God above all and our neighbour as ourselves.

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After retiring from over 40 years in business, I am able to dedicate my time to writing and teaching about business and finance 'by the Book." The Book, is, of course, the Bible. I am amazed about how practical the Bible is. It provides timeless wisdom for all life stations and inspires to great deeds. It equips us for all tasks we have to do to live meaningful lives and contribute to the expansion of Gods kingdom, loving's God above all and our neighbour as ourselves.

Publications

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After retiring from over 40 years in business, I am able to dedicate my time to writing and teaching about business and finance 'by the Book." The Book, is, of course, the Bible. I am amazed about how practical the Bible is. It provides timeless wisdom for all life stations and inspires to great deeds. It equips us for all tasks we have to do to live meaningful lives and contribute to the expansion of Gods kingdom, loving's God above all and our neighbour as ourselves.

My Books
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INVEST - TO LIVE. LOVE & LAST

 

This book describes investing from the perspective of a financial disciple of Jesus. It is not an expert book on investing but describes the journey of a disciple who has surplus funds to invest – God’s way. 

Part 1 describes the mission of a disciple investing money – to live, to love and to last. 

Part 2 illustrates investing as a car journey, helping you get ready for the journey. For example, your destination, the driver, the required fuel, making decisions, navigating the right direction, and knowing when you have arrived. 

Part 3 gives an overview of many different investment vehicles, discussing the risks involved, how to make an impact and providing a Biblical view of each investment type. 

As a Christian investor, you have the opportunity to direct your investments towards companies and initiatives that align with your beliefs and promote positive change in the world while advancingnd providing for your needs, God’s Kingdom, present and future. Join us on our journey to invest - God's way!

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BUILDING BUSINESS WEALTH

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Wealth is an abundance of different resources which we can use. The purpose of building wealth, in all its dimensions. is so that we can fully participate in the life God has given us, to take care of and enjoyHis creation, and be a blessing to those whom God brings acrossour path. Wealth is made possible by the Lord Himself! The key statement for this book, which God made through Mosesisfrom Deuteronomy 8:18.

"Beware lest vou say in vour heart. 'My power and the might of my hand have gotten me this wealth You shall remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers. as it is this day.

God promised to empower us to build wealth, with a special purpose - to make His covenant with us a reality, to see His covenantal promises fulfilled.

 

Thsi book uses the concept of '5- Assets' which refer to the resources w e can use to develop wealth - capital which the business can utilise to build wealth for all concerned. It will take our focus off money as the only form of wealth and give us a balanced view of wealth from God's perspective...

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LEARNING TO LIVE AND WORK 

OUT OF GOD’S ECONOMY

This book is called, “The Flow,” because learning to live and work in God’s economy is like allowing yourself to be carried along by the flow of the Spirit, leading and guiding you through the economy of the world in which we live. 

The economy of the kingdom of God is not a structure to be built, but a stream of God’s activity to be experienced. It is my prayer that you experience being carried along on streams of Living Water, which bring life into the world in which God has placed us. 

In this book, we will discuss ways in which the economics of the Kingdom of God can influence our worldly economy; how can we ensure the gospel of the Kingdom can permeate our earthly systems. Jesus said, “My Kingdom is not of this world.” The economics of the Kingdom are different from man’s economy. Read on to find out how

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FACING BUSINESS DILEMMA’S

This book is a collection of case studies which describe real dilemma’s faced by two directors of a trading company, and how you could approach solving these dilemma’s from a Biblical perspective.

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Eric and Simon run their own company, E.S. Supplies Ltd.

They have just become Christians, and hold a management meeting every Monday to discuss their business problems.

They are of course curious to discover how their new faith should influence their leadership of the company!

Use these case studies for personal meditation or to discuss options to solve the problems illustrated in the book, with fellow business leaders. Discover ways in which God would want to lead you in managing your business!

There are three sections touching decision-making in three major business areas -

Business Finance, Managing

Employees &

Sales & Marketing.

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You can order the book here.

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MONEY MATTERS IN MARRIAGE

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They say that ‘money talks.’ If that’s true, then talking about money in marriage is really needed. This book aims to give you many talking points to start your money conversations. It will help you unlock the currency of conversation and lead you to realise that money matters in marriage! The book aims to foster open and constructive discussions about finances within marriage, helping couples build stronger connections and shared financial strategies. It does not try to offer a comprehensive manual on money in marriage but seeks to provide highlights to facilitate talking about important issues, helping couples build stronger connections and shared financial strategies.

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When a man and a woman embark on the path of life, they often come from different financial backgrounds, influenced by their upbringing, experiences, and personal beliefs. The union of these unique financial stories is both an opportunity and a challenge. An opportunity to create a harmonious partnership built on trust and shared aspirations and a challenge to navigate the inevitable differences that arise.

 

Money Matters in Marriage tackles issues such as understanding one another’s money personalities, how to handle financial conflict and crises, raising children, preparing for major changes in life, family financial planning, money dates, and pursuing financial freedom. 

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WELL DONE!

This book iis a 30-day journey of financial discipleshiop.

In Jesus’ parable of the talents, the Lord tells of two faithful servants who used what they had been given to increase the master’s wealth. When the master returned he said to two, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master!” (Matthew 25:21, 23)

Every Christian longs to hear those words from Jesus’ lips someday in heaven.

The question is then easily asked.” So what should I be doing to get ready to be able to hear these words and enter into the joy of our Master?”

Part One gives a perspective on treasures on  in heaven & accountability 

Part Two discusses multiplying finncial fruit in our lives.

Part Three leads us into multiplying the resources God gives us.

Part Four is about multiplying financial disciples.

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THE PURPOSE OF BUSINESS

wrote this book, which has been translated into 10 languages, for business people who want to discover the purpose of business as a Christian entrepreneur. 

The donkey is a Biblical metaphor for a business and the message of the book is taken from invitation in Genesis 49:11, "You shall tie your donkey to the vine." The book describes how rededicate our businesses to the True Vine, Jesus Himself, and allow the life of the vine to flow through the donkey to bear fruit. 

What is the fruit which God is looking for in our business? How can we tap into the new source of energy and assets in the marketplace?

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I teach on a wide range of Biblical principles on leading a business - God's way, and provide workshop materials for others to teach on this topic

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FINANCIAL DISCIPLESHIP@WORK​

 

Business disciplines such as accounting, bookkeeping, financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting are based on figures, but they represent a collection of decisions which have a major influence on relationships between people within and around a business and on our relationship to God. This book is designed to be a stimulus for reflection on how financial decisions are made in doing business, with a focus on these relationships.

In Part 1, we will look at why finances are a key factor in our discipleship at work, and how we are invited to work in a partnership with the Lord.

In Part 2, we will look at the theological foundations of financial tasks, and the process of the creation, fall and redemption of financial disciplines. 

In Part 3, we will look at making financial decisions – God’s way and discuss the way in which financial decisions influence relationships and what effect they have on the health of the company.

In Part 4, we will discuss ways in which we can make disciples at work, passing on to others what we have learned from Jesus.

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INVESTING IN ETERNITY
This book is an invitation to join Jesus in an exciting journey of financial discipleship. 

 

A disciple is a person who has an ongoing, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ and who gladly shares what he or she has learned with others. Financial discipleship is so important because what we do with our money reflects our heart’s priorities. Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart shall be also.” 

 

A financial disciple has a clear vision, to see every follower of Christ in every nation faithfully living by God's financial principles in every area of their lives, both personally and in their work, family and community. He or she desires to know Christ more intimately, to be free to serve, and to help fund the work of the church.

Join us in the journey of financial discipleship

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UNMASKING MAMMON!

Monkey Business is a book about managing money - God's way. 

It is based on the parable Jesus taught in Luke 16 about a manager who was accused by his boss of wasting the assets of the business. 

The monkey in our story is mammon, a tricky and devious spirit behind money which tries to tempt us away from following Gods ways. Jesus said unequivocally, "You cannot serve both God and mammon!" 

Jesus revealed the meaning of the whole parable when he said, "Make friends with the unrighteous mammon..." 

The book describes the spiritual aspects of handling money - both the light side and the dark side and gives practical ways to avoid falling into mammon's traps.

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You can order the book here.

"Managing money is not merely a technical exercise, but it is a spiritual discipline."

Peter J. Briscoe

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Professional History

Work Experience

Chemicals industry

1972 - 1996

Started in chemical industry, first in London and then moved to Holland to start a sales office.  Built up a subsidiary of Brent Chemicals International.  Specialised in chemical specialties for aerospace, nuclear and engineering applications.

Later started my own business developing chemicals for cleaning and disinfecting food processing units.

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International Christian Business

1990 - 2002

Started Europartners, an international movement of Christian business people. Sharing the gospel with people in positions of leadership in industry, finance, academia and other professions. 
Equipping Christians in business to apply Biblical principles to their work and family.

Human Spacflight

2002- 2008

CEO of a service company for the European Space Agency, specialising in providing training and safety services for astronauts conducting experiments on the International Space Station, ISS. 

Co-founder of the International Association for the Advancement of Space Safety

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International Christian financial movement

2008 - now

Developing programmes to teach Biblical financial principles to people in church, business and government. 
Co-founder of the European Economic Summit, gathering economic, academical and business leaders to find new solutions to economic challenges.
International vice-president of Crown Financial Ministries.
Founder and president of  Compass - finances God's way in Europe.

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Leiden, Netherlands

+31 61 386 0050

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