Biblical Economics Scholar · Ph.D.

Dr. Marcus Obi

Dr. Marcus Obi is the Biblical Economics Scholar at The Prosperity Institute, where he bridges the gap between ancient scriptural wisdom and the practical realities of modern financial life. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Wheaton College Graduate School, with a dissertation focused on economic ethics in the Hebrew Bible and their application to contemporary stewardship practice.

Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and educated across three continents, Dr. Obi brings a genuinely global perspective to faith-based financial teaching. His scholarship is characterized by meticulous textual analysis combined with a passion for accessible, applied teaching that transforms how ordinary people relate to money. He is the author of three books on biblical stewardship and a frequent contributor to academic journals on religion and economics.

Biblical Economics Hebrew Bible Stewardship Financial Ethics Old Testament Studies

Credentials & Background

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Ph.D., Biblical Studies — Wheaton College Graduate School Dissertation: "Economic Ethics in the Hebrew Bible: Mosaic Law as a Framework for Financial Justice and Flourishing"

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M.A., Old Testament Studies — University of Edinburgh Focus on wisdom literature (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job) and their economic implications

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Author of Three Books on Biblical Stewardship Including "The Mosaic Economy" and "Firstfruits: Ancient Financial Principles for the Modern Believer" — available through the Institute's resources library

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Global Teaching Ministry Adjunct lecturer and guest faculty at seminaries and universities in Nigeria, UK, USA, and South Korea

Dr. Marcus Obi

Credentials & Background

Articles by Dr. Obi

The Tithing Principle: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Abundance

7 Biblical Principles of Abundance That Still Work Today

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