Christian Focus

Adventure and Faith

Linda Finlayson

These men (includes two Bible characters) were all willing to take risks. They faced danger and difficulties ? Martin Luther; David Brainerd; William King; Brother Andrew; Nehemiah and Stephen

Danger And Dedication

Linda Finlayson

These men (includes two Bible characters) were all willing to take risks. William Tyndale, Adoniram Judson, Jonathan Goforth, Bruce F. Hunt, Moses and Paul from the Bible.

Fearless And Faithful

Linda Finlayson

These girls (includes two Bible characters) were all willing to take risks. Elizabeth Welch, Mary Slessor, Mildred Cable, Gladys Aylward, Ruth and Abigail from the Bible.

God’s Bible Timeline

The Big Book of Biblical History

Linda Finlayson

With colour illustrations, pictures, and pull–out timelines, this history book brings the whole Bible to life! From Genesis to Revelation, from the beginning of time to the early church, from the first promise of a Saviour to the promise that one day that Saviour will return – this book spans all of time.

God’s Timeline

The Big Book of Church History

Linda Finlayson

With colour illustrations, pictures, and pull–out timelines, this history book brings the church throughout the ages to life! Find out about the people God used and the impact they had on those around them – including us today!

Guarding the Treasure

How God's People Preserve God's Word

Linda Finlayson

Many have led and inspired others to discover the truth of God?s Word. This book retells how people guarded God?s holy Word through history to the present day.

Mary of Orange

At the Mercy of Kings

Linda Finlayson

Mary was born to privilege, heir to the throne of England, Scotland and Ireland. She was brought up to believe in the God of the Bible rather than the fabricated teachings of priests.

Strength And Devotion

Linda Finlayson

These girls (includes two Bible characters) all took risks for God. ? Katherine von Bora; Fidelia Fiske; Amy Carmichael; Lillian Dickson; Deborah and Jehosheba.

Wielding the Sword

Preachers and Teachers of God's Word

Linda Finlayson

Wielding the Sword is a great introduction to the men who preached and the women who taught God's Word throughout history. They stood up to heresy and held out God's truth to the world.

Wilfred Grenfell

Courageous Doctor

Linda Finlayson

Wilfred Grenfell was a medical missionary to Newfoundland. He started out providing medical care for fishermen, but ended up doing much more than that.

William Carey

Expecting Great Things

Linda Finlayson

Coming from a working class background you might not have expected William Carey to impact the world but God had other plans. Learn about this man who knew that we should expect great things from God and attempt great things for God.

Christian Heroes

Just Like You

Catherine MacKenzie

… MacKenzie has wisely shown the reader the flaws in these all too human heroes, which is also inspiring. She shows us that God can use his people to do his work and bring glory to his name in spite of their feet of clay.

Who was Martin Luther?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley gives us an engaging look into the world of the reformation with her Who, What, Why series. Her readers will find her books entertaining as well as helpful as she introduces them to all the important people, places and events. Throughout this series, children will be able see the hand of God in history.

What was the Gutenberg Bible?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley gives us an engaging look into the world of the reformation with her Who, What, Why series. Her readers will find her books entertaining as well as helpful as she introduces them to all the important people, places and events. Throughout this series, children will be able see the hand of God in history.

Why did the Reformation Happen?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley gives us an engaging look into the world of the reformation with her Who, What, Why series. Her readers will find her books entertaining as well as helpful as she introduces them to all the important people, places and events. Throughout this series, children will be able see the hand of God in history.

Reign

The Church in the Middle Ages

Luke H. Davis

Luke Davis has given the reader a ringside seat to the parade of people who have made a difference in the history of the church. Sorting out heresies within and persecutions without, the church called for courageous men and women who stood for the truth. Those are the people you will find in the pages of this book. So sit back and enjoy, and learn how God used his people to care for and guard his church.

Renewal

The Church That Expands Outward

Luke H. Davis

… a chance to see history unfold. … Each story is vividly told so that the reader learns how the Gospel impacted each person and the world around them.

Reform

The Church at the Birth of Protestantism

Luke H. Davis

The Reformation was a pivotal point in church history, and Davis introduces us to the people who were there. This book is rich in characters and theology, and is an enlightening read for teens.

Who were the Abolitionists?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley had hit the mark with this series. Slavery is an ugly topic, but the stories of the Christian responses to the evil allow hope to shine through. Readers will learn a lot of history, but more importantly they will learn what it means to put the Gospel into action. A series well worth reading.

What was the Underground Railroad?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley had hit the mark with this series. Slavery is an ugly topic, but the stories of the Christian responses to the evil allow hope to shine through. Readers will learn a lot of history, but more importantly they will learn what it means to put the Gospel into action. A series well worth reading.

Why Did Slavery End?

Danika Cooley

Danika Cooley had hit the mark with this series. Slavery is an ugly topic, but the stories of the Christian responses to the evil allow hope to shine through. Readers will learn a lot of history, but more importantly they will learn what it means to put the Gospel into action. A series well worth reading.

Resolve

The Church That Endures Onward

Luke H. Davis

Resolve
rounds out a great series on church history as seen through the eyes of those who were there. Covering the last two centuries, Davis uses the stories of modern Christian leaders to show how the present day church continues to evangelize, train pastors, and confront social issues. Readers will learn much from the short biographies and be encouraged that the cause of Christ continues around the world.

Perseverance– ‘William Carey’ TrailBlazer

02 June 2022

Have you been following the space exploration that NASA and other groups are doing? I like to check in on the Mars mission that began in 2020 with the launch of the rover that the scientists have named Perseverance. Perseverance was launched in July 2020 and landed on the planet Mars on February 18, 2021. That was a long trip, and all would have been wasted if the rover had not landed safely.