Books by Keith Ward

Offers a positive and creative interpretation of Jesus' teachings for today

One of the world's foremost theologians meditates on the mystery of Christ and helps us form a truly contemporary Christian spirituality

Keith Ward unpacks the meaning of the word 'God' and explains why we need to get rid of the crude and unhelpful assumptions that still abound. A book for all who are curious about how God, and God's actions, can be understood today.

In Morality, Autonomy, and God, acclaimed philosopher-theologian Keith Ward argues a strong controversial thesis: that morality is not autonomous, and that theistic morality is deeply rational and of critical importance, especially in modern societies. Referring in detail to contemporary work in moral philosophy, especially where it impinges on religious beliefs, Ward defends the view that certain conceptions of morality depend, in important ways, upon the belief in God. But Ward is careful to argue that the idea of God defended is not necessarily or exclusively Christian. Only in the final chapter does he specifically address problems of morality and Christian doctrine.Academic and rigorous in its approach, and written with characteristic verve, Morality, Autonomy, and God is a significant contribution to the field of moral philosophy and the current debate about the link between religion and morality is todays world.

Does belief in God require a sacrifice of intelligence?

Keith Ward introduces this volume on the world's greatest ever bestseller by suggesting that the Bible is neither a book dictated by God, as some believe, nor just a set of out-dated taboos and politically slanted histories, as those at the opposite extreme would have it.

Helps students taking the Part 2 Certificate paper in Financial and Management Accounting of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. The emphasis on marketing issues and the use of financial information as an aid to decision-making provides students with the ability to be "financially literate".

A brilliant and accessible rebuttal of The God Delusion from one of Christianity's most incisive thinkersLong before the release of The God Delusion, Keith Ward was defending religious belief on all sides from its detractors. In the new paperback edition of this influential bestseller, Keith Ward examines the arguments put forward by a host of scientists, sociologists, and psychologists, who claim that religion is nothing more than a host of nave superstitions and delusions. Exploring the work of thinkers from Sigmund Freud to Emile Durkheim, Ward offers an alternative view, demonstrating religion's key contribution to the human condition and its crucial relevance to the world today.

Intended for the high performing manager with the ambition to reach corporate leadership status, this book focuses on both the key value adding activities and disciplines for driving through change and the styles of corporate leaders that attract success.

The only introduction to Christianity which systematically compares its many different faces.From original sin to eternal life, the function of prayer to the role of the church, renowned theologian Keith Ward offers a comprehensive survey of the diversity of Christian thinking in this introduction to the world's largest faith. By presenting three different interpretations for over fifteen key doctrines, he invites anyone interested in the contemporary spiritual landscape to consider the Christian faith from a new and refreshing perspective.

A guide to the Christian faith, which takes a broad sweep from the big bang through the Old Testament to the New and beyond into the history of the faith and modern theological thinking. It explores contemporary strands of Christian thinking and relates them to world faith and non-faith viewpoints.

An introduction to business strategy for management accountants, financial accountants or managers with an accounting orientation, this book places management accounting clearly within the context of strategic management of the business. It shows how management accounting techniques can be integrated into the strategic decision making process.

Considers the key role of corporate centres within very large, primarily multi-business organisations. This work presents a corporate configurations model which demonstrates four ways in which corporate centres can add significant value. It also tackles important issues incorporating theoretical and practical dimensions.

Stresses the pivotal relationship between finance and strategy in the marketing process, and demonstrates the techniques and calculations that are necessary to formulate a comprehensive plan. This work also concentrates on how financial input in marketing can create shareholder value.