What makes a hero? Not perfection, but ordinary people who, through faith and courage, take extraordinary steps in following Jesus. This second volume of ‘Heroes of the Faith’ continues the inspiring journey begun in the first collection, sharing the stories of 60 remarkable men and women whose lives shine with faith, sacrifice, love, generosity and perseverance. From well-known figures such as Billy Graham, J.R.R. Tolkien, Saint Nicholas and John Wesley, to those whose stories are less familiar but equally compelling – including Perpetua, the courageous young martyr; Olaudah Equiano, the freed slave and abolitionist; Mary Slessor, the tireless missionary to Africa; and Watchman Nee, the Chinese church leader imprisoned for his faith – each testimony reveals the transforming power of God at work in the world. Spanning centuries and continents, these pages introduce scientists like Leonhard Euler, writers like Dorothy L. Sayers, reformers like Thomas Barnardo, evangelists like Billy Graham, and pioneers like Lillian Trasher, the ‘Mother of the Nile’. Some were famous in their own time, others worked quietly and faithfully behind the scenes, but all shared a deep devotion to Christ and a willingness to serve. With stunning imagery and captivating storytelling, this beautifully presented coffee-table book can be read as inspiration, studied as history or shared as a gift. Whether dipped into one story at a time or read cover to cover, ‘Heroes of the Faith: Volume Two’ offers a powerful reminder that the road to being a hero begins with small, faithful steps of obedience to God.
