2009 Books of the Month
January & February
The Heavenly Man
By Brother Yun and Paul Hattaway
The dramatic autobiography of one of China's dedicated, courageous, and intensely persecuted house church leaders. This is the gripping story of how God took a young, half-starved boy from a poor village in Henan province and placed him on the front line for Jesus, in the face of impossible odds. Instead of focusing on the many miracles or experiences of suffering, however, Yun prefers to focus on the character and beauty of Jesus. Interspersed with his personal account are contributions from his wife, Deling, made mostly during her husband's frequent periods of imprisonment. You will remember where you were the first time you read this life story. It's a watershed book that will turn the reader to prayer and praise.
March & April
Turkeys & Eagles
By Peter Lord
They that wait upon the Lord... shall mount up with wings as eagles. Isaiah 40:31
This book could very well transform your life, for it has profoundly affected the thousands of Christians who have heard Peter Lord tell the story. In the finest tradition of Christian story telling, which dates back all the way to the Lord's parables, this masterfully told tale contains the very heart - contains the highest truth of the gospel as it pertains to living the Christian life. Read this story and never be the same again.
May
Celebrating the Extraordinary Life
By Ruth Bell Graham
Friends and family of Ruth Bell Graham share their fondest thoughts and memories about the woman they know as mother, wife, grandmother, teacher, prayer partner and friend. Reminiscent of the best-selling Footprints of a Pilgrim, Ruth Bell Graham is a tender and touching portrait of Ruth Bell Graham as seen in the lives of those who know and love her. Reflecting both her roots as the child of missionary parents, her commitment to family, her love of the Lord and her ongoing personal ministry, this tribute to Ruth Bell Graham is a behind the scenes look at her unique lifetime of service to the Lord that includes personal speaking, writing and mentoring others for the cause of Christ.
June
Project Pearl
By Brother Dave and Paul Hattaway
From the coauthor of The Heavenly Man comes another incredible true story of God's power manifested in China. Project Pearl is the powerful account of the delivery, in June 1981, of one million Bibles into China by a tugboat and barge manned by twenty dedicated missionaries.
About the Author
Paul Hattaway is the international director of Asia Harvest, an organization committed to serving the church throughout Asia. He is an expert on the Chinese church and author of the bestselling titles The Heavenly Man, which has sold more than 500,000 in English alone, and Back to Jerusalem.
Former U.S. Marine and member of Open Doors, Brother David was the primary organizer of the audacious Bible-smuggling operation Project Pearl, which successfully carried Bibles into China. He died in May 2007.
July
The Unseen World of Angels and Demons
By M. Basilea Schlink
As in the days of the Bible, God sends angels to guide His children in a world teeming with danger, both physical and spiritual. We are up against the powers and principalities of the unseen world. Yet for this battle in the heavenlies we are not alone. "Those who are with us are more than those who are with them" (2 Kings 6:16). May our eyes be opened to see.
August
Boundaries
By Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
In order to call themselves good Christians, many people have drawn overly flexible boundaries (unwilling to say no, always accommodating others' needs) or overly rigid boundaries (to the point of being righteous and judgmental). Psychologists and inspirational speakers Cloud and Townsend show readers how to set reasonable boundaries in order to follow the true path of Christianity. This book has become immensely popular, most likely because it makes personal boundaries easier to define and is filled with spiritual purpose. Some cautions: the format can be overly self-helpish for such a complex discussion and the authors at one point imply that judicious spankings may be an acceptable form of setting boundaries with children. However, many Christians will probably find themselves grateful for this biblical context of boundaries. --Gail Hudson
October
God Guides
By Mary Geegh
Mary Geegh was a missionary in India for 38 years. During her stay there, she quickly learned she could only change people directly through God's guidance. When she retired, she wrote little stories about the different problems and the people involved, explaining the dramatic changes that took place through God's divine wisdom. Her book, 'God Guides', describes what her goals were for herself and helps us to connect with God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. This book is used as a teaching tool, as well as a quiet-time reading. She has helped to start a "new" concept of listening to the Lord's words rather than talking to Him and then hoping He will change the circumstances.
November and December
Iran Desparate for God
By Todd Nettleton, Kay Rizzo
The gripping personal stories of faith in Christ recounted in this small book will remind you how desperate people are for faith and hope where oppression and tyranny rules. We take for granted in America our freedoms and the rights we have to openly profess our faith in Christ, to openly worship God in our churches and in our homes without fear of retribution.
In this little treasure book, you will learn some startling facts about Iran and how oppressed its people actually are. At the same time, you will find renewed hope in the Salvation message of Jesus Christ when you see the strength of character and dedication that believers have to share their faith, no matter the risk.
2009 Books of the Month
January & February
The Heavenly Man
By Brother Yun and Paul Hattaway
The dramatic autobiography of one of China's dedicated, courageous, and intensely persecuted house church leaders. This is the gripping story of how God took a young, half-starved boy from a poor village in Henan province and placed him on the front line for Jesus, in the face of impossible odds. Instead of focusing on the many miracles or experiences of suffering, however, Yun prefers to focus on the character and beauty of Jesus. Interspersed with his personal account are contributions from his wife, Deling, made mostly during her husband's frequent periods of imprisonment. You will remember where you were the first time you read this life story. It's a watershed book that will turn the reader to prayer and praise.
March & April
Turkeys & Eagles
By Peter Lord
They that wait upon the Lord... shall mount up with wings as eagles. Isaiah 40:31
This book could very well transform your life, for it has profoundly affected the thousands of Christians who have heard Peter Lord tell the story. In the finest tradition of Christian story telling, which dates back all the way to the Lord's parables, this masterfully told tale contains the very heart - contains the highest truth of the gospel as it pertains to living the Christian life. Read this story and never be the same again.
May
Celebrating the Extraordinary Life
By Ruth Bell Graham
Friends and family of Ruth Bell Graham share their fondest thoughts and memories about the woman they know as mother, wife, grandmother, teacher, prayer partner and friend. Reminiscent of the best-selling Footprints of a Pilgrim, Ruth Bell Graham is a tender and touching portrait of Ruth Bell Graham as seen in the lives of those who know and love her. Reflecting both her roots as the child of missionary parents, her commitment to family, her love of the Lord and her ongoing personal ministry, this tribute to Ruth Bell Graham is a behind the scenes look at her unique lifetime of service to the Lord that includes personal speaking, writing and mentoring others for the cause of Christ.
June
Project Pearl
By Brother Dave and Paul Hattaway
From the coauthor of The Heavenly Man comes another incredible true story of God's power manifested in China. Project Pearl is the powerful account of the delivery, in June 1981, of one million Bibles into China by a tugboat and barge manned by twenty dedicated missionaries.
About the Author
Paul Hattaway is the international director of Asia Harvest, an organization committed to serving the church throughout Asia. He is an expert on the Chinese church and author of the bestselling titles The Heavenly Man, which has sold more than 500,000 in English alone, and Back to Jerusalem.
Former U.S. Marine and member of Open Doors, Brother David was the primary organizer of the audacious Bible-smuggling operation Project Pearl, which successfully carried Bibles into China. He died in May 2007.
July
The Unseen World of Angels and Demons
By M. Basilea Schlink
As in the days of the Bible, God sends angels to guide His children in a world teeming with danger, both physical and spiritual. We are up against the powers and principalities of the unseen world. Yet for this battle in the heavenlies we are not alone. "Those who are with us are more than those who are with them" (2 Kings 6:16). May our eyes be opened to see.
August
Boundaries
By Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
In order to call themselves good Christians, many people have drawn overly flexible boundaries (unwilling to say no, always accommodating others' needs) or overly rigid boundaries (to the point of being righteous and judgmental). Psychologists and inspirational speakers Cloud and Townsend show readers how to set reasonable boundaries in order to follow the true path of Christianity. This book has become immensely popular, most likely because it makes personal boundaries easier to define and is filled with spiritual purpose. Some cautions: the format can be overly self-helpish for such a complex discussion and the authors at one point imply that judicious spankings may be an acceptable form of setting boundaries with children. However, many Christians will probably find themselves grateful for this biblical context of boundaries. --Gail Hudson
October
God Guides
By Mary Geegh
Mary Geegh was a missionary in India for 38 years. During her stay there, she quickly learned she could only change people directly through God's guidance. When she retired, she wrote little stories about the different problems and the people involved, explaining the dramatic changes that took place through God's divine wisdom. Her book, 'God Guides', describes what her goals were for herself and helps us to connect with God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. This book is used as a teaching tool, as well as a quiet-time reading. She has helped to start a "new" concept of listening to the Lord's words rather than talking to Him and then hoping He will change the circumstances.
November and December
Iran Desparate for God
By Todd Nettleton, Kay Rizzo
The gripping personal stories of faith in Christ recounted in this small book will remind you how desperate people are for faith and hope where oppression and tyranny rules. We take for granted in America our freedoms and the rights we have to openly profess our faith in Christ, to openly worship God in our churches and in our homes without fear of retribution.
In this little treasure book, you will learn some startling facts about Iran and how oppressed its people actually are. At the same time, you will find renewed hope in the Salvation message of Jesus Christ when you see the strength of character and dedication that believers have to share their faith, no matter the risk.