Oct. 12 Faith Bookshelf
With America’s economic crisis on everyone’s mind, here are several new book releases that highlight a faithful response to money, budgeting and the marketplace:
“Charting the Course: Values for Navigating Life in the Marketplace,” by Bruce Howard (Authentic Publishing, released April 2008, $12.99).
In his new book, Howard grapples with the dilemma of reconciling fixed, transcendent moral values with an economic system based on relative value. Howard, professor of economics and finance at Wheaton College, insists there is a way to moved forward, that we can influence the economy in a way that will bring positive change to the world.
“Good Intentions: Nine Hot-Button Issues Viewed Through the Eyes of 
Faith,”by Bob Smietana and Charles North (Moody Publishers, released January 2008, $13.99).
This book attempts to simplify some solid economic principles as they intertwine with faith and our everyday lives. It is full of compelling stories, a faith-minded perspective and an economi expertise that is unique in the marketplace today.
“Jewish Wisdom for Business Success: Lessons from the Torah and Other Ancient Texts” by Rabbi Levi Brackman and Sam Jaffe (Amacom Books, released September 2008, $24).
Authors Brackman and Jaffe use both scriptural references and contemporary business examples to illustrate the powerful relationship between ancient 
modern success, and offer practical insights any business professional can use to:
– Replace ego with positivity;
– Become a master negotiator;
– Overcome procrastination and learn from failure.
Carla Hinton
Religion Editor
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