Everyone who studies economics has heard of the great British economist John Maynard Keynes. His ideas continue to affect the world of economics and business.

Probably his best remembered quote was not about economics. “In the long run,” he said, “we are all dead.” He was right, but we will not always stay dead. There is a resurrection ahead and an eternity before us. Many make great plans for this life but make no preparation for death and the life beyond that.


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A third generation preacher, Mike Shannon is Professor of Preaching at Cincinnati Bible Seminary of Cincinnati Christian University. He has served as a preaching minister, church planter, and college professor. His most recent preaching ministry was at the historic First Christian Church of Johnson City, Tennessee. In his nearly two decades at Cincinnati Christian University, Mike has served as both professor and Dean of the Seminary. He has also been an adjunct professor at Milligan College and Northern Kentucky University. Mike is the author or co-author of several books.

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