Hackworth presents a vivid and powerful portrait of a life of patriotism.From age fifteen to forty David Hackworth devoted himself to the US Army and fast became a living legend. In 1971, however, he appeared on television to decry the doomed war effort in Vietnam. With About Face, he has written what many Vietnam veterans have called the most important book of their generation.From Korea to Berlin, from the Cuban missile crisis to Vietnam, Hackworth’s story is that of an exemplary patriot, played out against the backdrop of the changing fortunes of America and the American military. It is also a stunning indictment of the Pentagon’s fundamental misunderstanding of the Vietnam conflict and of the bureaucracy of self-interest that fuelled the war.Heavily decorated Colonel Hackworth narrates his life and disillusionment during Vietnam. Orphaned before he was a year old, he found his home at 15 in the Army. In Korea, heroism gave him a battlefield commission at 20. During the Cold War, he commanded at the Berlin wall and the Cuban missile crises. But Vietnam led to disillusionment.

    Eugene Peterson, well known as "a pastor's pastor," here speaks words of wisdom and refreshment for pastors caught in the busyness of preaching, teaching, and "running the church." In The Contemplative Pastor Peterson highlights the often-overlooked essentials of ministry, first by redefining the meaning of pastor through three strengthening adjectives: unbusy, subversive, andapocalyptic. The main part of the book focuses on pastoral ministry and spiritual direction "between Sundays": these chapters begin with poetic reflections on the Beatitudes and then discuss such themes as curing souls, praying with eyes open, the language of prayer, the ministry of small talk, and sabbatical--all with engaging, illustrative anecdotes from Peterson's own experience. The book ends with several meaning-full poems that pivot on the incarnation, the doctrine closest to pastoral work. Entitled "The Word Made Fresh," this concluding section is a felicitous finale to Peterson's discerning, down-to-earth reflections on the art of pastoring.

    For a society that measures successful leadership in terms of the effectiveness of the individual, Father Nouwen offers a counter definition that is witnessed by a "communal and mutual experience." For Nouwen, leadership cannot function apart from the community. His wisdom is grounded in the foundation that we are a people "called."This beautiful guide to Christian Leadership is the rich fruit of Henri Nouwen's own journey as one of the most influential spiritual leaders of the 20th century.

    A pastor's responsibilities are unique, demanding that he nurture his own spiritual life as well as that of the people in his care. Derek Prime and Alistair Begg provide practical advice for both the spiritual and practical aspects of pastoral ministry. Topics include prayer, devotional habits, preaching, and specific ministry duties.

    More than just a how-to book for the 21st century, this passionate wake-up call for the business world outlines how the new world of business works and embraces an aggressive strategy that empowers hard-driven organizations where everyone has a voice.

    What would happen if you made your business decisions by the book? By the Bible that is.This updated version of the best-selling Business by the Book offers radical principles of business management that go beyond the Ten Commandments and other biblical maxims.Business by the Book is a step-by-step presentation of how businesses should be run according to the Creator of all management rules: God.Larry Burkett, founder and president of Christian Financial Concepts, provides business principles from his own experience as well as what God’s Word says on topics such as:Hiring and Firing DecisionsPay Increases and PromotionsManagement SelectionEmployee Pay DecisionsBorrowing and/or Lending DecisionsForming Corporations and PartnershipsBusiness TithingRetirementWhether you are the owner of a business, a corporate executive, or a manager, this best-selling classic is for you.

    What are the spiritual dynamics of leadership? How can you be more a person of God, aflame for God, anointed and empowered by God -- truly a Spirit-filled leader? Here are answers that you will read again and again.

    How to adjust your attitude 2. The ten principles of problem solving 3. His seven-step guide to problem solving 4. Ways to practice problem solving. His creative guide to problem solving is more than just learning to cope with problems: it is more than learning to endure them patiently. Creative problem solving is instead an active attitude toward them. He also believes that problems are an unavoidable, necessary ingredient of he abundant life, but they have to be defined accurately and solved. He says so bring your spoon with you and join him in Eating Problems for Breakfast.

    Truett Cathy

    Built upon a rigorous theoretical base, Stratified Systems Theory, Requisite Organization relates all aspects of leadership, work and human resources in a unified total system.

    In his classic text on how to organize one's thoughts into a logical and enjoyable presentation, Boettinger outlines ways in which presenters will not only have their ideas heard but also understood and accepted.

    P.K. Hallinan will put children's minds at ease with his enlightening story of the many opportunities for fun and friendship in the classroom.

    Content includes:A brief look at the history of religions; the importance of religion to human tranquility; Islam in comparison with other religions; Islam in comparison with other social systems; the origin of creation is natural Proof that there is a Maker; the effects of curiosity in human life; God Most High has all the attributes of perfection; why does man at times fail to accord with this truth?; The proof of prophecy and the differences between man and other beings; Prophets in the midst of human society and the Prophets of decision and other Prophets (Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, the Messiah The Messenger, Muhammad); The Noble Qur'an; Proof of the Imamate; The Messenger names his successor; Fatima the magnificent; the most true Various religions and sects and the doctrine of the Resurrection & the Resurrection according to the Qur'an; from death to resurrection; the meaning of death and the barzakh (period between life on earth and Day of Resurrection i.e. when we're in our graves); duties towards one's mother and father; rights of children; duties toward neighbours; duties toward the poor and needy; harmful effects of lies, backbiting and slander; jihad (struggle)

    In the process, he alienated the entire film community. Numerous insiders reveal the story behind Puttnam's fall. 8 pages of photos.

    

    

    

    

    The author focuses on the third of these levels, studying the attitudes and behavioural patterns developed by leaders during their political careers, their willingness to consider information and ideas contrary to their own, their ability to admit mistakes and change course in the implementation of a failing policy and their capacity to cooperate.