50 People Every Christian Should Know

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441204008
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 400

Book Description
Christians in the twenty-first century need encouragement and inspiration to lead lives that honor God. When faith is weak or the pressures of the world seem overwhelming, remembering the great men and women of the past can inspire us to renewed strength and purpose. Our spiritual struggles are not new, and the stories of those who have gone before us can help lead the way to our own victories. 50 People Every Christian Should Know gives a glimpse into the lives of such people as Charles H. Spurgeon, G. Campbell Morgan, A. W. Tozer, Fanny Crosby, Amy Carmichael, Jonathan Edwards, James Hudson Taylor, and many more. Combining the stories of fifty of these faithful men and women, beloved author Warren W. Wiersbe offers today's readers inspiration and encouragement in life's uncertain journey.

50 Women Every Christian Should Know

Author: Michelle DeRusha
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441220623
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 428

Book Description
Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus fifty incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, and Anne Hutchison to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, women both famous and admirable live again under DeRusha's expert pen. These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to readers that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.

Living with the Giants

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 9780801097218
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 274

Book Description
Biographies of thirty-two great Christians from the seventeenth through the twentieth centuries.

The Strategy of Satan

Author: Warren Wiersbe
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414370695
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 175

Book Description
Dr. Wiersbe zeroes in on Satan's attacks as deceiver, destroyer, ruler, and accuser. He emphasizes that conquering the enemy comes by obeying God's truth.

131 Christians Everyone Should Know

Author: Christian History Magazine Editorial Staff
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
ISBN: 1433672553
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386

Book Description
This book offers a succinct yet thorough introduction to 131 of the most intriguing, courageous, inspiring Christians who ever lived. It tells how they lived, what they believed, and how their faith affected the course of world history. Includes a timeline with a historical context for each individual, key quotes from or about each personality, and more than 60 photos.

The Bumps Are What You Climb On

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 149340332X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 145

Book Description
We can't prevent crises from happening. But we can successfully deal with them. In this classic book, Warren W. Wiersbe offers solid hope and comfort in times of depression, frustration, disappointment, or loneliness. He extracts wisdom from the Bible and presents it in thirty brief, accessible meditations that guide readers to respond with faith, trust in God's promises, reap the benefits of forgiveness, find contentment, and add joy to life. With uplifting teaching and empowering challenges, this insightful book is a compelling devotional for any believer at any time.

They Were Christians

Author: Cristóbal Krusen
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 149340055X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 190

Book Description
What do Abraham Lincoln, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Louis Pasteur, Frederick Douglass, Florence Nightingale, and John D. Rockefeller Sr. all have in common? They all changed the world--and they were all Christians. Now the little-known stories of faith behind twelve influential people of history are available in one inspiring volume. They Were Christians reveals the faith-filled motivations behind some of the most outstanding political, scientific, and humanitarian contributions of history. From the founding of the Red Cross to the family crisis that drove America's favorite president to his knees and cracked his religious skepticism, the fascinating stories of these faithful history-makers will inspire, encourage, and entertain readers of history and biography.

Walking with the Giants

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group (MI)
ISBN: 9780801095788
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description

25 Books Every Christian Should Read

Author: Renovare
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062098667
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 418

Book Description
From the creators of Devotional Classics and Spiritual Classics comes 25 Books Every Christian Should Read, the definitive guide to the most spiritually influential and important books for Christians to read. Renovaré, a community of Christians promoting personal and spiritual renewal, put together a prestigious editorial board including Richard Foster, Dallas Willard, Phyllis Tickle, and Richard Rohr, resulting in this wonderful resource for exploring the richness of the Christian tradition.

On Earth as It Is in Heaven

Author: Warren W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441207805
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
Just as babies slowly learn to communicate in more and more complex ways, so the new believer should move from simply crying out to God to a developed prayer life. The basic elements of prayer found in the Lord's Prayer are a helpful guide to Christians hoping to enrich their prayers. In On Earth as It Is in Heaven, beloved teacher and writer Warren W. Wiersbe explains and applies the elements of the Lord's Prayer to everyday prayer so readers get excited about maturing in their personal prayer ministries. Any reader wanting to experience a more satisfying and effective prayer life will cherish this thoughtful book.