Missionary Stories & Biography

James didn't think much about the rain and where it came from as he struggled through the storms on his way to church. He didn't even care that much about going to church, he did all he could to avoid going. But one little letter changed all that.

This is the true story of Jim Elliot. Jim Elliot and four brave friends were willing to try reaching the primitive Auca tribe with the Word of God - no matter what the cost...!

This is the story of a sailor and a slave trader, a drunkard and a blasphemer. He was transformed. He was transformed 'through many dangers' and fashioned by the hand of God into a loving husband, a preacher of the Gospel and hymn writer.

Each of these fantastic 'Tales of Truth' have stunning full colour illustrations Mary Jones, Born in 1784 into a poor Welsh family, the desire of Mary's heart was to own a Bible of her own. After six long years of saving she set off barefoot...

Have you ever wanted to travel the world? Perhaps you’d like to visit far away countries and discover all about the people who live there? What if instead, you’d like to have adventures closer to home? Well this book is for you!

Let history come to life - just the way it should be. Read the stories of Gregory the Great, Boniface, Charlemagne, Constantine Methodius, Vladimir, Anselm of Canterbury, Bernard of Clairvaux, Francis of Assisi, Thomas Aquinas & more.

Tamarita Rachel and Little Sister Emily enjoy new adventures in this second volume of stories about the lives of children in Ecuador. The girls learn about the Incas, visit a volcanic lake, and throw a party for the children in the village.

For ages 8-14 Paul Brand's life tells of the compassion Christ brings as he cares for India's leprosy patients Giving hope through shoes, Paul Brand's story gives a message of caring for others Paul Brand grew up in the Kolli Malai hills in India.

Stand-Up Guys presents a diverse range of 50 Christian men, who saw social and world issues and decided to make their voices heard. Through biographical information paired with illustrations, readers 8 to 12 will encounter amazing and unique role...

These ten boys grew up in hard times throughout history to become men who didn't give in to the pressure against their faith. Living as a Christian was difficult, but they chose to do the right thing instead of the easy thing.

Would you like to make a difference? These ten boys grew up to do just that - but first they had to change the church. How did God change them? Augustine discovered the love of God and changed the way we think; Knox focused on God's word and...

Isobel Kuhn questioned whether God even existed. Mary Slessor grew up in a slum with an alcoholic father. Joni Eareckson broke her neck during a diving accident and Corrie Ten Boom just lived with her family in a little watch shop in Harlaam, Holland

Would you like to make a difference? These ten girls grew up to do just that: Katherine Luther; Bethan Lloyd-Jones; Sabina Wurmbrand; Susanna Wesley; Ann Judson; Edith Schaeffer; Ruth Bell Graham; Monica of Thagaste; Susannah Spurgeon; and more...

Tamarita Rachel lives with her little sister Emily, her Mummy and her Papi among the banana plants in Ecuador. Join her as she goes on her adventures; discovering iguana eggs, visiting Indians, helping little boys go to school, and lots more.

As a little girl, Frances (Fanny) loved to climb trees, enjoy the countryside and to run about. The mountains of Switzerland inspired her and she loved hiking on the steep slopes. She became a hymn writer and singer.

William Tyndale lived a life of adventure and danger, dodging the king's men, fleeing from his enemies and meeting with smugglers in the dead of night.

The story of Corrie ten Boom has inspired millions of people all over the world. Jean Watson is a skilful author and presents Corrie's stirring life and challenging hope-filled message for young readers.

The race is about to start. The huge Olympic stadium in London is full of cheering spectators. The tension builds and builds until it turns into an unbearable expectant hush, seemingly descending from the highest seats.

The silence of the arctic night was broken by the strange sound of husky dogs barking. A boat was approaching in the distance. Out of the darkness loomed the shadowy figure of a local Inuit. He had made the dangerous journey along the west coast ....