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The spiritual needs of the Muslim world, long neglected by Christian missionaries, came to the world's attention again when Samuel Zwemer dedicated himself to the advancement of the gospel in Arabia. It was a tremendous task, but a pledge the young American kept despite opposition, difficulty...

As Sundar preached the gospel to the crowd, the monastery guard marched forward and arrested him. Sundar was dragged to the edge of town and hurled to the bottom of an abandoned well. The air was putrid. Desperation and loneliness soon washed over him. Left to die, Sundar leaned against the side...

For two hundred years, British slave ships plied in the Middle Passage, taking African men, women, and children to their doom. Ending slavery in the mighty British Empire seemed like an impossible dream, but once William Wilberforce resolved to represent the abolitionists in Parliament, he would...

Aboard the Aquitania, Rachel became aware of something strange happening to her. It was as if she were not on the deck of the ship anymore but was instead in a jungle clearing, looking at a group of brown-skinned, half-naked people. The people beckoned for her to come. Suddenly the scene...

Norman read the first sentence of the letter again: The whole country round seems to be really greedy to hear the Word of God, many are deciding for Christ. As he read, he heard a clear voice inside his head say, That s where you are to go. A shiver ran down Norman s spine. He was positive God...

William Carey watched from the dock as the magnificent sailing ship headed for the English Channel without him. Tears filled his eyes, and deep disappointment filled his heart. What would he tell the missionary society? So much work awaited him half a world away. He must get to India--and soon!...

Standing atop a mound of rocks, Mildred wrapped her blue padded jacket tightly around her and squinted against the sand-laden wind. To her right the Great Wall wound east for fourteen hundred miles until it reached the Yellow Sea. Before her lay the rocks and sand of the vast Gobi Desert. She...

David listened to what the others said and thought for a few moments. He didn't often talk to the other boys about what he was thinking, but this time he opened his mouth and said, "I'm going to be a millionaire and retire by the time I'm forty!" David Bussau grew up in New Zealand boys' homes...

"I am not going to apologize for speaking the name of Jesus . . . If I have to sacrifice everything . . . I will." --Rachel Scott The Columbine tragedy in April 1999 pierced the heart of our country. We later learned that the teenage killers specifically targeted Rachel Scott and mocked her...

Her feet weren’t the only part of her that climbed – her voiced soared too. As a little girl, Frances (Fanny) loved to climb trees, enjoy the countryside and to run about with her spaniel. The mountains of Switzerland inspired her and she loved hiking on the steep slopes. She became a hymn...

Introduce young hearts to the miraculous power of Marian devotion through the inspiring story of Saint Catherine Labouré and the Miraculous Medal. Lovingly told, this engaging Catholic children’s book follows the humble life of St. Catherine as she receives heavenly visions from the Blessed Virgin Mary and brings to life one of the Church’s most beloved sacramentals—the Miraculous Medal.

Extraordinary Women of Faith highlights over 30 remarkable female figures, whose unwavering faith and amazing courage have left a lasting mark on our world. These short, accessible biographies will inspire readers to take action and let their God-given gifts shine for all to see. Meet some...

Este entrañable y singular libro —el regalo perfecto para la Primera Comunión, la Confirmación, las cestas de Pascua y las festividades religiosas de todo el año— ¡ya está disponible en español! Descubre a setenta de los santos más conocidos y queridos y lee sus historias fascinantes...

‘You could become the greatest living painter. Your paintings would be treasured for ever.’ Those were the words Lilias Trotter heard from John Ruskin, one of the world’s most established art critics. She had to make a choice between her talent and her calling. Both were gifts from God. In...

Who were the Puritans, and why are they important? What can we learn from them today? The Puritan movement began in England during the sixteenth century and continued all the way into the early eighteenth century. Although the Church of England was formed as a result of the Reformation, the...

A monk, priest, and professor—Martin Luther was committed to a life of poverty and self-sacrifice. But despite all his good deeds,  a storm still raged within his soul. It was only when Luther immersed himself in God's word that he found peace through Jesus Christ  and justification by faith alone. This short and lively biography takes middle-grade listeners on an exciting journey through Luther's life, highlighting how his writings transformed the church and eventually the world.

Join the captivating journey in "Who Are Missionaries David and Svea Flood?" as it unveils the inspiring story of a young Swedish missionary couple. From the serene streets of Sweden to the enigmatic African jungles, this book chronicles David and Svea Flood's extraordinary mission of faith and love. It's a tale woven with trials, triumphs, and the profound impact of their dedication to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In his signature style, John Hendrix tells the true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor who makes the ultimate sacrifice in order to free the German people from oppression during World War II.

Hannah kept a promise. Daniel remained faithful to God in difficult times. Peter repented. And Joseph of Arimathea was kind and generous. What do these and the other Bible heroes featured in this book have in common? They werent perfect, but they were courageous and bold, each in their own way...

When Charles Mulli was a child, his family repeatedly abandoned him, and he lived in fear of his abusive, alcoholic father. With an extraordinary will, the young Kenyan struggled to feed and educate himself and, encountering hope in the gospel, found a reason to live and to forgive. Later, as a...