David F. Ford Libros

The author recounts his own spiritual journey using examples from scripture and wisdom from his spiritual mentors to suggest ways of overcoming distraction.

Focusing on the principles of business marketing, this introductory textbook is crafted by the IMP Group to provide a comprehensive understanding of managing customer relationships in alignment with suppliers' and customers' capabilities, resources, strategies, and goals. It serves as an ideal foundation for seminars or semester-long courses, complemented by a dedicated website featuring PowerPoint slides and additional teaching materials for instructors. The book emphasizes the practical application of the IMP approach in corporate marketing contexts.

No company is an island in the world of business. Each company is locked into a complex network of relationships with its customers, suppliers and other counterparts. What happens in these relationships is critical to the success of any business. Managing a company's relationships and its position in the network is a central, but often misunderstood aspect of business. This new edition of Managing Business Relationships aims to help managers and students understand the reality of business networks and how to manage in them. It has been entirely rewritten to include the latest thinking and research from the IMP (Industrial Marketing and Purchasing) Group and includes new chapters on Intermediation in Business Networks, the Economics of Business Relationships and the Practice of Business Networking. Features: • Provides a structured way to understand business networks and their meaning for the practicing manager. • Offers a complete analysis of management in different relationships including those with customers, suppliers, distributors and development counterparts. • Presents a practical analysis of the problems and choices that managers face in developing and changing their relationships and a guide to the critical skills of business networking.

The Modern Theologians is a two-volume introduction to the main Christian theologies of the twentieth century, combining discussion of these movements with analyses of the thought of particular theologians. This second volume covers the major recent theologies in Britain and the United States, Evangelical theology, Eastern Orthodox theology and the new challenges presented by Latin America, Asian, black and feminist theologies. A final section discusses ecumenical theology and the theology of religions.

Exploring Christian wisdom in the twenty-first century, David Ford addresses the complexities of modern life amidst diverse religions and worldviews. He emphasizes the integration of love of wisdom with wisdom in love, focusing on key themes such as discerning cries, loving God, and scriptural interpretation. Through case studies involving interfaith dialogue, the role of universities, and challenges like learning disabilities, Ford seeks to harmonize premodern, modern, and postmodern perspectives while addressing contemporary issues with Christian insights.

This is a thoroughly revised and expanded edition of The Modern Theologians, first published in 1989, which is now available in a single volume. The Modern Theologians provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the main Christian theologies of the twentieth century, and is the ideal textbook for students at universities, colleges, and seminaries. Each chapter is written by a leading theologian and aims to give a clear picture of a particular movement, topic, or individual theologian. It also aims to further the critical debates in the field.

This work presents a significant exploration of the concepts of self and Christian salvation, blending theological insights with philosophical inquiry. It delves into the intricate relationship between personal identity and the transformative power of faith, offering original perspectives that challenge conventional understandings. Through rigorous analysis, the book aims to deepen the reader's comprehension of how selfhood intersects with spiritual redemption, making it a vital contribution to contemporary discussions in theology and philosophy.

The story follows James Harris, who aspires to escape his family's legacy of cotton picking in Mississippi through his talent for running. As he trains to become a great runner, he grapples with his lifelong struggle of evading his spiritual calling. The narrative explores themes of ambition, faith, and the quest for identity against the backdrop of a challenging rural upbringing.

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative details the establishment of one of the largest military bases, Camp Hood, in Killeen, Texas. Announced in January 1942 and officially opened in September of the same year, the camp rapidly expanded in response to the war effort. It highlights the formation of anti-tank combat teams, inspired by the black panther emblem, designed to counter the powerful German panzer divisions. The book captures the urgency and determination of military training during a pivotal moment in history.