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Biographies and Autobiographies of Inspirational Christians
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128 of the Greatest Stories From the Bible By Various Authors 128 of the Greatest Stories from the Bible contains inspirational stories of men, women, and children of the Bible. Within these tales, you'll find humor, mystery, romance, sacrifice, jealousy, faith---and God's hand in the midst of it all. Bible characters are brought to life in a straightforward text flavored with plenty of heart and soul. |
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Joni: An Unforgettable Story By Joni Eareckson Tada In a split second on a hot July afternoon, a diving accident transformed the life of Joni Eareckson Tada forever. She went from being an active young woman to facing every day in a wheelchair. In this unforgettable autobiography, Joni reveals each step of her struggle to accept her disability and discover the meaning of her life. The hard-earned truths she discovers and the special ways God reveals his love are testimonies to faith's triumph over hardship and suffering. |
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Rees Howells Intercessor By Norman P. Grubb / Christian Literature Crusade Rees Howells was a man peculiarly taught of God: one who learned the Bible as the Spirit made him live it. Every chapter of this biography is full of drama and light, showing how he faced the implications of an entire surrender, learned to love the unlovely, found the key to prevailing prayer, became the channel of a mighty revival in Africa, was taught the principles of divine healing, and progressed even further in faith until world events were affected by his prayers. Here are rich truths of the Spirit for all the Church of Christ today, inherent in a story told with simplicity, humanity, and humor enough to captivate any reader. |
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C T Studd By Norman Grubb C.T. Studd's life stands as some rugged Gibraltar-a sign to all succeeding generations that it is worth while to lose all this world can offer and stake everything on the world to come. His life will be an eternal rebuke to easy-going Christianity. He has demonstrated what it means to follow Christ without counting the cost and looking back. This book is the story of his life, from cricketer at Eton to a pioneer missionary in the heart of Africa. |
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William Wilberforce: A Hero for Humanity By Kevin Belmonte Discover how British statesman and reformer William Wilberforce overcame political and personal obstacles to bring an end to the slave trade in the United Kingdom! Written by a historian for the blockbuster film, this inspiring biography is a definitive example of how one man's faith in God changed his life, his country---and the world. 352 pages, softcover from Zondervan. |
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Gods Smuggler, 35th anniversary ed. By Brother Andrew As a boy he dreamed of being a spy - undercover behind enemy lines. As a man he found himself undercover for God. Brother Andrew was his name, and for decades his life story, recounted in God's Smuggler, has awed and inspired millions. This bestseller tells of the young Dutch factory worker's incredible efforts to transport Bibles across closed borders - and the miraculous ways in which God provided for him every step of the way. This story is reintroduced in a 35th anniversary edition with a new foreword and afterword. Brother Andrew's story remains as inspiring today as it was thirty-five years ago, and with this new release it will motivate a new generation to risk everything to follow God's call. |
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The Autobiography of G.K. Chesterton By G.K. Chesteron Finished just weeks before Chesterton's death and includes 40 rare photos! Chesterton, as irrepressible spirit and literary titan, is on full display, though the text doesn't delve so much into his inner life as give details about the outer man. A necessary purchase for his legions of fans. 350 pages, softcover. |
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Patrick of Ireland: A Biography By Philip Freeman "Those seeking the reality behind the legends of Patrick of Armagh would do well to start with this useful and highly readable examination of the saint's life. Freeman roots his investigation in two authentic documents that come from Patrick himself. Highly recommended," -- Library Journal. |
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Life & Letters of Henry Martyn By John Sargent Arguably the most influential missionary biography of the 19th century, Sargent's study of Henry Martyn (1781-1812) tells how he put the work of evangelism and Bible translation in India before the prizes his brilliant Cambridge career had opened to him. 480 pgs |
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Out of the Depths By John Newton The original and unvarnished account of one of Christianity's most dramatic conversions-the autobiography of John Newton, the author of "Amazing Grace." This is the ultimate full-length "hymn story". The enduring story of a slave-trader turned preacher is a powerful message, as spectacular and compelling today as when it was first written. |
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An Iron Pillar: The Life And Times Of William Romaine By Tim Shenton William Romaine is a much-neglected figure of eighteenth-century Evangelicalism. This book is the first modern biography of a complex and often bittersweet character. Drawing from original and often little-known sources, Tim Shenton provides a clear, consistent, and remarkably fair portrait of Romaine and the times in which he lived. From Romaine's early years as a student of Oxford University, to his appointment as a rector in the Church of England, to his profoundly influential ministry in London, to his numerous inspiring relationships (with such figures as John and Charles Wesley, George Whitefield, Lady Huntingdon and Henry Venn), to his final post at Blackfriars, the author guides the reader to a deeper understanding of the eighteenth-century evangelical scene. But this biography is more than a bare record of events. It is the story of a Christian who, though plagued by his own imperfections, was able to persevere as a shining light in a dark and confusing world. 'If ever we needed "Pillars of Iron" in the church, it is in our own day, when compromise and worldliness are sapping its spiritual power and eroding its influence. May this new biography encourage many, both young preachers and all Christians alike, to be as fearless and faithful for the truth as was William Romaine.' - Faith Cook |
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The Road to Assisi: The Essential Biography of Francis, paperback By Jon M. Sweeney, ed. In his 1894 biography of Francis, Paul Sabatier sought to find the man beneath the layers of myth and legend. Sabatier, a French Protestant, portrayed a fully human Francis, with insecurities and fear, but also a gentle mystic and passionate reformer who desired to live as Jesus taught his disciples. This modern edition is supplemented with the insights of scholars and writers, from Bonaventure and Dante to G.K. Chesterton and Umberto Eco. |
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Hudson Taylor Biography, 2 Volumes By Dr. & Mrs. Howard Taylor Follow the sacrificial life of the humble and faith-filled man God used to reach China for Christ. Includes many of Hudson Taylor's personal writings. Inspiring reading for mission-minded believers! Softcovers. |
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William & Catherine: The Life and Legacy of the Booths Founders of the Salvation Army By Trevor Yaxley A highly readable biography, perfect for students, educators, and social activists, about the couple who founded the worldwide ministry of the Salvation Army. It highlights their struggles and how God used these pioneers who selflessly dedicated their lives to God. |
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Shadow of the Almighty By Elisabeth Elliot This beautifully written and moving memoir of the martyrdom of Jim Elliot and four other missionaries at the hands of the Auca Indians in Ecuador has inspired Christians since its first publication in 1958. Elisabeth Elliot makes full use of Jim's revealing diaries to fill in the details of a life "hid with Christ in God." Her portrait of a man who was utterly committed is a timeless testament to the mercy and majesty of the Almighty. |
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Jesus Freaks Volume II: Stories of Revolutionaries Who Changed Their World Fearing God, Not Man By dc Talk With over a half-million copies sold, Jesus Freaks has captured the attention of both teen and adult believers worldwide. While continuing the life-changing impact of Jesus Freaks, this second volume will move beyond stories of martyrs to tell the dramatic stories of those who took a stand and changed their world for God. Volume II features testimonies of revolutionaries who took a stand for Christ against the culture of their day, along with new stories of martyrs through the centuries. dc Talk again challenges readers to pray for the persecuted church around the world and openly stand for Jesus. |
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The Journals of Jim Elliot By Jim Elliot Jim Elliot was part of a team of young missionaries murdered in Ecuador in 1956 by the Auca Indians to whom they were witnessing. At the age of 29, he left behind a young widow, a baby daughter, and volumes of personal journals written over many years. In 1978, Revell published the complete and unabridged journals, edited by his widow, Elisabeth, and the journals have stayed in print ever since. And it's no wonder--Jim Elliot was an intelligent thinker and strong writer in these personal, yet universal, musings about faith, work, and love. This book is a wonderful account of the life of a man who yearns to know God's plan for his life, details his fascinating missions work, and loves Elisabeth--first as a single man, then as a happily married one. This book will intrigue fans of Jim and Elisabeth Elliot, readers interested in missions, and young people struggling to find God's plan for their lives. |
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Original Memoirs of Charles G. Finney By Garth Rosell & Richard Dupuis In 1989, the first complete, restored text of revivalist Charles Finney's memoirs was published by Zondervan. Until then, all editions had reflected editorial liberties introduced in the first 19th-century publication, edited after Finney's death. The restored text-the culmination of over ten years of research by editors Garth Rosell and Richard Dupuis-brought to light Finney;s entire memoirs in their original language. Longstanding omissions and inaccuracies were corrected. Comprehensive annotations supplied detail, phrase-by-phrase and even word-by-word explanations. The 1989 edition was a scholar's and historian's delight. However, the average reader who simply wants to read what Finney wrote doesn't need the scholarly minutiae. This new edition provides the complete, restored text of Finney's memoirs with no unnecessary details to obstruct a straightforward read. In bold, untouched language, Finney's thoughts march across the page with fascinating clarity and cohesiveness. For students of revival or anyone interested in the life of one of America's foremost evangelists, here in his own words is Charles Finney: his life his thoughts, his struggles and accomplishments, and his abiding live for God and enduring commitment to the gospel of Christ. |
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Polycarp: The Crown of Fire By William Chad Newsom Polycarp anxiously waited until the sound of marching footsteps faded away. The Praetorian guard were on the move - ready to pounce on Christians or any other "revolutionaries" that they might find. Papais is ready with his sword but Polycarp has another course in mind. These are the days when the catacombs are the dark shadowy refuges of the Christians and the roar of the amphitheature is the sound of death to the believer. Polycarp, though, is one of the church leaders called on to give his life for Christ and his Kingdom... and this is something he counts as an honour. To gain the Crown of Fire he must be willing to suffer for Christ. But will his courage hold? Will he give in to the struggle? Accompany Polycarp and his companions as they face up to the Roman enemy and their fate yet still pass on the legacy of truth. The golden chain around Polycarp's neck is a link to the past in more ways than one... the truth with it will be passed onto future generations. To people like you. Ages 9-12. |
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Lost Boy No More: A True Story of Survival and Salvation By Abraham Nhial & DiAnn Mills A profound testimony of faith and courage from the spiritual leader of Sudan's "lost boys"! When Abraham Nhial was nine years old, his village was destroyed because they refused to embrace Islam. Learn how he fled with 35,000 other refugees and eventually found asylum in the U.S.---and hope in Christ. 208 pages, softcover from Broadman & Holman. |
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Grace Abounding…: The Life, Books and Influence of John Bunyan By David B. Calhoun John Bunyan-writer, whilst in prison, of one of the most famous and well-read books of the English language. An English Baptist pastor whose influence, through "The Pilgrim's Progress," could be said to have shaped the psyche of the entire English-speaking world. But there was more to Bunyan than an imprisoned Tinker with time on his hands. He wrote many other books and continued to be a key figure in British history during momentous time-changing events. David Calhoun, who has written the definitive two-volume history of Princeton Seminary, has brought together a beautiful book that tells us about Bunyan's life as well as analyzing his books, his theology, and his place in history. |
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Mueller, George George Mueller: The Guardian of Bristol's Orphans By Janet Benge Inspiring biographical story of George Muller (1805 - 1898). With scarcely enough food or money for his own family, George Muller opened his heart and home. Sustained by God's provision, the Muller house "Breakfast Club" of thirty orphans grew to five large houses that ultimately over ten thousand children would call home. |
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David Livingstone By Janet Benge With the heart of an explorer and the passion of an evangelist, David Livingstone mapped vast, unexplored areas of Africa, sharing the gospel with whomever he encountered. His stamina, perseverance, and dogged determination created the legacy of a trailblazing explorer with an undying hunger to make Christ known wherever his steps led him. |
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Eric Liddell: Something Greater Than Gold By Janet Benge Eric's refusal to run on Sunday in the Olympic 100-meter race had stunned the world. Now his incredible victory in the 400-meter race further strengthened his belief in God's promise, "He who honors Me, I will honor." Years later, Eric Liddell would be tested far beyond mere physical ability as a missionary to China. His character, perseverance, and endurance are a challenging example for all who would obey the call to bring the gospel to the nations. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. |
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Sundar Singh: Footprints over the Mountains By Janet & Geoff Benge Searching since boyhood for the way to God, Sundar Singh found truth in Jesus Christ. At sixteen, the former Sikh became a Christian Sadhu, or holy man, and at great risk devoted his life to Christ. With bare feet and few possessions, Sundar crossed the precarious Himalayas between India and Tibet many times, sharing the gospel with Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs. As he traveled, Sundar constantly read the Bible, prayed, and meditated, confident that God was always with him, even in the face of death. Preaching in India, Europe, and as far away as America, this Indian saint impacted thousands with his quiet yet bold words and actions. |
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Christian Heroes: Then & Now--Mary Slessor Unit Study Curriculum Guide By Janet & Geoff Benge Based on the book Mary Slessor: Forward Into Calabar from the Christian Heroes: Then & Now series. Each Christian Heroes unit study curriculum guide accompanies a book from the Christian Heroes: Then & Now series. These guides provide the Christian school teacher and homeschooling parent with ways to use the book as a vehicle for teaching and reinforcing many curriculum areas including geography, history, and world missions.
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Gladys Aylward: The Adventures of a Lifetime By Janet Benge As improbable as it seemed, Gladys Aylward was certain God had called her to China as a missionary. But at the age of twenty-seven, she was dismissed from missionary training school for failing her Bible class. Without formal education or a missionary organization to back her, Gladys raised her own finances for the overland trip that would bring her to the country and people that God had etched so deeply on her heart...China! For ages 10 and up. |
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A Man Called Peter, Anniversary Edition: The Story of Peter Marshall By Catherine Marshall Filled with humor, wisdom and loving detail, the powerful story of Peter Marshall's life has touched the hearts and minds of millions of people. It is a book about love - the love between a dynamic man and his God, and the tender love between a man and the woman he married. It is also the gripping adventure of a poor Scottish immigrant who became chaplain of the United States Senate and one of the most revered men in America. sprinkled throughout the book are many of Marshall's powerful, inspirational prayers. |
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To Live Free: William Wilberforce - Experiencing the Man, the Mission, and the Legacy By Lon Fendall What can one committed Christian accomplish in the world? William Wilberforce was a member of Parliament who fought to abolish slavery in England decades before the American Civil War. This easy to read, novelized biography of Wilberforce shows readers what dedication to God and His Word can accomplish. |
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Susanna Wesley: Servant of God By Sandy Dengler The story of Susanna Wesley, mother of Charles and John Wesley, founders of the Methodist Church. A bright, beautiful woman whose life was turbulent but whose faith never wavered. |
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