Brad Smith Livres

Exploring the intersection of faith and work, this book emphasizes that joy should be integral to our professional lives, as intended by God. The authors, Raymond Bakke, Brad Smith, and Bill Hendricks, delve into biblical teachings on the purpose of business and the importance of a joyful workplace. They encourage readers to seek fulfillment in their various roles, whether in business, government, or nonprofit sectors, reinforcing that joy can be found in any vocation.

In a gripping continuation of a thrilling saga, a new wave of danger emerges, challenging the protagonists to confront their deepest fears and alliances. As chaos ensues, the characters must navigate treacherous landscapes and make heart-wrenching decisions that could alter their fates. Themes of resilience, betrayal, and the fight for survival are woven throughout, creating an intense narrative that propels the reader through unexpected twists and emotional turmoil. The stakes are higher than ever as the battle for humanity's future intensifies.

Set against the backdrop of a tense geopolitical landscape, the narrative explores the ramifications of a prolonged Soviet invasion. Characters navigate a world filled with conflict and resilience, facing moral dilemmas and the harsh realities of war. The story delves into themes of survival, loyalty, and the human spirit's capacity for hope amidst despair. Through vivid storytelling, it captures the complexities of both personal and national struggles during a time of crisis.

Exploring the intense beginnings of the Third World War, the narrative unfolds in a 1985 where the Cold War escalates into direct conflict between NATO and the Warsaw Pact. The book provides a gripping account of the events that spark this global crisis, offering insights into the political tensions and military strategies that shape the early stages of war. Through vivid storytelling, it captures the urgency and chaos of a world on the brink of destruction.

The aftermath of a tragic schoolyard shooting leaves Jo Matheson, an organic farmer, grappling with profound loss after her goddaughter is killed. As the nation mourns the shocking violence, Jo's journey through grief and healing unfolds, exploring themes of love, resilience, and the quest for meaning in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

"In Tools and Weapons, Brad Smith and Carol Ann Browne take us into the cockpit of one of the world's largest and most powerful tech companies as it finds itself in the middle of some of the thorniest emerging issues of our time. These are challenges that come with no preexisting playbook, including privacy, cybercrime and cyberwar, social media, the moral conundrums of artificial intelligence, big tech's relationship to inequality, and the challenges for democracy, far and near. While in no way a self-glorifying "Microsoft memoir," the book pulls back the curtain remarkably wide onto some of the company's most crucial recent decision points, as it strives to protect the hopes technology offers against the very real threats it also presents. There are huge ramifications for communities and countries, and Brad Smith provides a thoughtful and urgent contribution to that effort"--

Life is good for Carl Burns and his partner Frances, who also stars in her own TV show, but Frances's TV exposure has attracted unwelcome attention. Targeted by a gang of small-time criminals who need cash, Carl and Frances's perfect lives are shattered. It's up to Carl to track down and bring the perpetrators to justice, in whatever way he can.

The first book by Microsoft CLO Brad Smith, exploring the biggest questions facing humanity about tech

Revealing what the Bible says about a man's position, priorities, and practices, this book gives men worldwide the truth of biblical manhood. It is a radical truth, told first to a nobody - Gideon - and applicable to all men who accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.When men build from this position of strength in the Lord - when they hear, believe, and act on these truths - men, women, children, community leaders, and pastors report changed lives, revived marriages and families, and growing churches.