Dr. John Visser, professor emeritus of business administration, began teaching at Dordt University in 1976. He also brings experience in banking and international business. Visser's global influence includes teaching and speaking across Africa, Asia, and Europe, including countries such as South Africa, China, Russia, and the Netherlands.
Visser has a life-long interest in business ethics, value creation, and other sources of human flourishing, and is the author of The Crossroads of Poverty and Prosperity: The Impact of Religious Beliefs and Worldviews on Economic Outcomes.
True poverty alleviation calls for more than financial aid—it requires cultivating moral character, strong communities, and systems that foster opportunity, not dependency. How might our approach shift if we started questioning how we address human need in today’s complex world?
In times of economic uncertainty, Christians are called to practice faithful stewardship in all areas of life, knowing that both prosperity and hardship can shape us into better disciples. By focusing on generosity, wise planning, and supporting one another in community, financial challenges become opportunities to honor God and grow spiritually.
How can thriving businesses be a vehicle for stewardship, sustainability, and loving others?