Biographies of Christians in the Marketplace that may serve as role model resources.

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Adams, Kenneth R.
The Foolishness of God.
Fort Washington, PN: Christian Literature Crusade, 1981.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
The Foolishness of God is just not a tale worth telling, but it contains teaching of great worth as the vivid  story unfolds. With great clarity the Christian Literature Crusade is shown to be not a business but a genuine and aggressive missionary movement, all workers worldwide being geared to a witnessing and counseling ministry in each center.  -- Publisher’s Annotation.

 

Bollier, David.
Aiming Higher.
Available from the Business Enterprise Trust at http://www.betrust.org/
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Aiming Higher profiles the first 25 recipients of The Business Enterprise Award honoring business people who  combine sound management with a social conscience. From multinational corporations like Xerox to entrepreneurs like Judy Wicks of The White Dog Cafe, these stories ‘show in persuasive detail that moral vision and commitment to social values  are the foundation of enduring business success,’ says management guru Peter F. Drucker. Foreword by Norman Lear.

 

Catherwood, Sir Fred.
The Christian in Industrial Society - 3^rd edn,
Inter-Varsity Press, 1980. (ISBN 0-85111-317-6).
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
This is the classic of the past thirty years. It was this book which, when published in 1964,  first introduced me to this field of thought and work. At that time its author was Industrial Adviser to the Ministry of Economic Affairs, having been Chief Executive of Costain and British Aluminium. Subsequently, among many high  appointments he was Director General of the National Economic Development Council, Chairman of the British Institute of Management, and Vice-President of the European Parliament. Throughout all these long years he has reflected on the  relationships between his business and political life and his profound Christian faith. He is currently President of the Evangelical Alliance. Sir Fred’s reflections on his life at the centre of developments in British and European economic  life during the second half of the 20^th century are recorded in his autobiography: Source: Faith & Work Project (MaineUK) http://users.aol.com/faithwork/fw-1.htm

 

Coad, Roy.
The Biography of Sir John W. Laing, C.B.E. (1879-1978)
London, UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1979.
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Cunningham, Loren with Janice Rogers.
Is That Really You God? Hearing the Voice of God.
Seattle, WA: YWAM Publishing, 1984.
LIBRARY DISCIPLESHIP & DEVOTION; BIOGRAPHY


 

Danker, William J.
Profit for the Lord.
Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 1971.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY; MISSIONS
A surprising account of the various ways in which missionaries have utilised business enterprises to assist the planting of  the church and the benefit of new converts. It specifically studies the Moravians and the Basel Mission Trading Company, concentrating particularly on the economic structures they created to support their mission work. (Source: Mission  Books)

 

Dean, Athena and Logelin, Inger. (Editor)
Consumed by Success: Reaching the Top & Finding God Wasn’t There.
WinePress, 1996.ISBN#: 1883893224
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
WinePress Publishing’s own Athena Dean’s searingly honest personal  story of misusing relationships for gain. This former industry insider and top producer shares the high personal and spiritual cost of the success she experienced in multi-level marketing. Hard-hitting, compelling and  controversial!
http://www.christianity.net/tcw/7W1/7W1030.html
 

DeMoss, Ted and Tamasy, Robert J.
The Gospel and the Briefcase.
Chattanooga, TN: Christian Business Men Committee, ?
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Christian Business Men’s Committee is dedicated to mobilizing businessmen in the most effective  way possible to show that ‘the gospel and the briefcase’ are compatible. In this thrilling personal account Ted DeMoss shares his own story of finding Christ and growing in faith through the work of this exciting ministry to  businessmen.

 

DePree, Hugh.
Business as Un-Usual, The People and Principles at Herman Miller.
Zeeland, MI: Herman Miller, Inc., 1986.
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Downer, Phil.
Brave, Strong & Tender
Chattanooga, TN: Christian Business Men Committee, ?
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
This book is written as a resource for men. ‘A talented and successful lawyer, Phil Downer writes with the authenticity of  the man who has lived life to the hilt. God has given Phil a compelling testimony, a heart of compassion and an unforgettable message,’ Senator Bill Armstrong. (Source: CBMC)

 

Ekherd, Jack and Conn, Charles Paul.
Eckerd: Finding the Right Prescription.
Old Tappin, Revell, 1987.
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Flood, Robert G.
On the Waters of The World - The Story of the Meloon Family.
Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1989. (131 pages, soft cover).
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
By God’s grace the Meloons rallied from the depths of a multi-million dollar  bankruptcy to become world leaders in the boating industry. Source: http://www.cfcministry.org/
http://skinautique.com/history/aboutcc10.asp
 

Grissen, Lillian V.
For Such a Time as This: Twenty-Six Women of Vision and Faith Tell Their Stories.
William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1991. ISBN#: 0802806112.
LIBRARY FAITH AT WORK; BIOGRAPHY


 

Haggai, John Edmund
Paul J. Meyer and the art of giving
Atlanta Kobrey Press 1994
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
This book is a testamentary to the goodness in giving. We all know it is better to give than to receive, Paul Meyer is a perfect  example. There is story after story of the rewards in giving. You will receive the strength to lead your life in stewardship from this book. ‘What goes around comes around!’ That saying is so true when it comes to giving. Gerald Lowe,  Reviewer.

 

Heidebrecht, Paul H.
God’s Man in the Marketplace.
Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, ?.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Telling the story of Herbert J. Taylor, Paul H. Heidebrecht offers an inspiring practical model of how God can use  people in the marketplace as well as on the mission field.—Publisher’s Annotation. Source: Biblical Counsel: Resources for Renewal (see Reference under Discipleship & Devotion)

 

Herron, Orley.
A Christian Executive in a Secular World
Nashville, TN: Nelson, 1979
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Hunt, Mary
The Financially Confident Woman: You can’t pay your credit card bill with a credit card and other habits
Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1996.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Unemployed and $100,000 in debt, Mary Hunt had to give up  credit cards or face financial ruin. In The Financially Confident Woman, she gives you the chance to learn from her mistakes. As she shares the story of her long journey back from the brink of financial disaster, Mary explains how to avoid  the hidden dangers of credit cards, and shows you how it’s never too late to turn bad financial habits around.

 

Jennings, Theodore W.
Good News to the Poor: John Wesley’s Evangelical Economics.
Abingdon Press, 1994. ISBN#: 0687155282.
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Keneally, Thomas.
Schindler’s List, A Novel.
New York, NY: Simon & Schuster, 1982.
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Kowalski, Judith A. and Collins, Dean J.
To Serve and Protect: Law Enforcement Officers Reflect on Their Faith and Work.
Augsburg Fortress Pubs., 1992. ISBN#: 0806626135.
LIBRARY FAITH AT WORK; BIOGRAPHY


 

LeTourneau, R.G.
Mover of Men and Mountains.
Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1991. (296 pages, soft cover)
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
The autobiography of R.G. LeTourneau, who rose to prominence in manufacturing and construction. His business was  used to sponsor many works in mission and education. Source: http://www.cfcministry.org/

 

Lunden, Rolf
Business and Religion in the American 1920s
Greenwood Press, 1988, hb, 204 pages.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Referred by Pete Hammond.

 

Masters, Peter.
Men of Purpose, Revised Edition.
London, UK.: Wakeman Trust, 1989.
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Merilat, Orville.
His Guiding Hand
Fort Lauderdale, FL: Coral Ridge Ministries, ?.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
The Merilats began a small business in the mid-forties that grew to the largest manufacturer of kitchen cabinets in the world.  Their success formula, ‘Obey God’s Word.’ An inspiring example of God’s faithfulness and the application of Biblical principles to build a business. Source: Biblical Counsel: Resources for Renewal (see Reference under Discipleship &  Devotion)

 

Miller, Norm and Hosier, H. K.
Beyond the Norm..
Thomas Nelson Incorporated, 1996. ISBN#: 0785276742
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Norm Miller, chairman of Interstate Battery System of America, shares the kind of wisdom you’re not likely to  hear from many top executives in the business world. For one thing, he is a believer.<Picture: Beyond the Norm>He believes in the American Dream because he’s lived it. From a humble beginning as a traveling salesman for Interstate, he  worked his way up through the ranks to become CEO and chairman. Norm Miller is also a believer in God’s power to change lives, because it was that power that turned his own life around after years of drinking as hard as he worked. That was  the beginning of many changes in his personal and professional life. At the same time, there were some things about Norm Miller that stayed the same. His creative energy never flagged, and his willingness to dream up and try new ideas  remained his hallmark. As a result, Interstate Batteries is now one of corporate America’s stunning success stories, a robust company that enjoys an unparalleled reputation for excellence and honesty. Candid about his failures, overflowing  with a wealth of practical advice, and always colorful, Norm shares what he’s learned along the way in three exciting and successful decades at Interstate.
http://www.interstatebatteries.com/norm_miller/norm_miller.htm
 

Nash, Laura L.
Believers in Business: Resolving the tensions between Christian faith, Business ethics, competition and our definitions of success.
Nashville, TN.: Thomas Nelson, 1994. 278 pages.
LIBRARY FAITH AT WORK;  BIOGRAPHY
Recommended by Pete Hammond, Editor Word in Life Study Bible.

 

Perkins, John.
Let Justice Roll Down.
Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1976.
LIBRARY ECONOMICS & SOCIAL JUSTICE; BIOGRAPHY


 

Philips, Frederick.
45 Years With Philips.
Salem, OR.: Grosvenor, 1989.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Redekop, Calvin W. and Redekop, Benjamin W., Editors
Entrepreneurs in the Faith Community, Profiles of Mennonites in Business
Scottdale, PA.: Herald Press, 1996.
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Redekop, Calvin, Ainlay, Stephen C. and Siemens, Robert.
Mennonite Entrepreneurs.
Johns Hopkins, NY.: 1995.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Recommended by Pete Hammond, Editor Word in Life Study Bible.

 

Ringwald, Christopher. Editor.
Faith in Words, Ten Authors Reflect on the Spirituality of their Profession
Chigago, IL: ACTA Publications, 1997
LIBRARY FAITH AT WORK; BIOGRAPHY


 

Rossi, Sanna Barlow.
Anthony T. Rossi, Christian and Entrepreneur: The Story of the Founder of Tropicana.
Downers Grove, IL.: InterVarsity Press, 1986.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Sherman, Dean.
Spiritual Warfare for Every Christian.
Seattle, WA: YWAM Publishing, 1995.
LIBRARY DISCIPLESHIP & DEVOTION; BIOGRAPHY


 

Speer, Robert E. and Eagen, John J.
A Memoir of an Adventure for the Kingdom of God on Earth.
Birmingham, AL: The American Cast Iron Pipe Company, 1939. Reprinted 1976. Available from same at: P. O. Box 2727, Birmingham, AL  35202.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Sproul, R. C.
Stronger than Steel: The Wayne Alderson Story.
San Francisco, CA: Harper & Row, 1983.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Steele, Richard.
Religious Tradesman
Harrisonburg, VA: Sprinkle Publications, ?
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Stoops, Lou
Positively Speaking: Insights And Stories To Ignite Your Life.
Ginn Press, 1998
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY
Sometimes we all fall into a rut. Perhaps we jumped in to catch our breath, or to escape an unpleasant circumstance. It  doesn’t take long for that refuge to turn into a jail. Everyone needs encouragement and hope. I wrote, ‘Positively Speaking’, for just such purposes. I want to convey to my readers that they can climb out of their ruts. They can attain  their dreams and make a significant difference in the world. My book is not about merely thinking your way out of your rut; it’s about taking purposeful action! The insights offered are simple, not easy, but simple. If you want to be a  winner, you can!

 

Tam, Stanley.
God owns my Business.
Waco, TX.: Word Books, 1969. Also available at: Horizon House, 3825 Hartsdale Dr., Camp Hill PA, 17011
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Walton, William B.
Innkeeper, A Co-founder of Holiday Inns, Inc.
Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 1987.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY


 

Walton, Sam and Huey, John.
Sam Walton: Made in America.
New York, NY: Doubleday, 1992.
LIBRARY BIOGRAPHY

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