When the earth started to shake and the rocks fell Billy Bray knew that his life was in danger. When you’re down a mine shaft, digging for tin, in the dark, damp tunnels… a rock fall could kill you. Mining in the 1800s was dangerous, it still is today – it was a hard life for little pay and safety measures were few and far between. Surviving that rock fall started Billy Bray on a different path – for the first time in a long time he walked home sober. Drink no longer had the same a...
John Calvin (Trail Blazers) (Little Lights)
by Catherine MacKenzie
The man who caused a stir. Calvin had ideas on how we could live better lives – particularly how we could live in close harmony with God and each other – but because his ideas were radical, his life was filled with dramatic events and dangers. He was run out of town – and then welcomed back. He was accused of being too harsh – and also too tender hearted. When he explained what the bible meant he was considered too logical and too spiritual! He must have been an amazing man to have caused suc...
The Miraculous Medal (Saints Lives)
by Mary Fabyan Windeatt and Windeatt
The Beginner's Bible Let's Meet Jesus (The Beginner's Bible)
by The Beginner's Bible
An Exciting and Inspiring Collection of Vividly Told Stories of Christians Who Really Made A Difference. Box Sets Make an Excellent Gift for When a Single Book is Not Enough! Each book in this box set contains the story of American men and women who served God at great personal cost. These Christians were very different people who, in unique ways, God used to leave an impact, not only on America but the world. How much are you prepared to sacrifice for God? You Will Meet… Jim El...
Mother Teresa (Twentieth-Century History Makers) (20th Century History Makers)
by Emma Johnson
The Story of Corrie ten Boom (Lives of Faith and Grace)
by Jennifer T. Kelley
This biography takes middle-graders on an exciting journey through World War II hero Corrie ten Boom’s life, exploring the importance of forgiveness, love, and spreading the gospel. Part of the Lives of Faith and Grace series, this book shows how God works through ordinary people.
Lead the Way introduces little ones to ten women of steadfast faith who changed the world by standing up for what they believed in and exemplifying Christ’s love for others. Writers and reformers. Scientists and suffragists. Poets and pilots. Each of these women had different callings, but all answered God’s call on their lives to make a difference in the world. These ten mini-bios of inspiring Christian women, including Susan B. Anthony, Gabby Douglas, and Ruby Bridges Hall, will open...
Change the World (Courageous World Changers)
by Shirley Raye Redmond
Little ones will learn about ten daring women of God who risked their reputations and lives to stand up against oppression and to help those in need. This colorful board book introduces children to real-life superheroes who used their God-given talents, along with unrivaled courage and conviction, to stand up against racial injustice, rescue the oppressed, and live out their faith in incredible ways. Mini-bios on brave woman, such as Corrie ten Boom, Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks, wil...
A Brave Big Sister (Called and Courageous Girls, #1)
by Rachel Spier Weaver and Anna Haggard
It's Time to Be Brave! Growing up as a slave girl, Miriam learned how to be brave—and smart. When her baby brother, Moses, was in grave danger, Miriam and her mom saved his life. As Miriam matured, she became a gifted musician and discovered other God-given talents. And when God called Miriam—along with her siblings—to guide the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, she was ready to lead. With God's help, you can be just like Miriam—called and courageous! *** Called and Courageous Girls - Bib...