Fantastically Faithful People – serie

In Fantastically Faithful Leaders Who Gave Their All for God, award-winning comedy writer and author Paul Kerensa brings to life eight extraordinary people from history who answered God's call to lead - and changed the world in the process.Perfect for children aged 7 and up, this lively, laugh-out-loud chapter book introduces young readers to a wonderfully diverse group of real-life leaders who stepped up, spoke out, and served others - all because of their faith in God.You will meet:Sojourner Truth: a former slave who spoke out against slavery and for women's rightsLord Shaftesbury: a social reformer who campaigned to prevent children from being sent out to workEvangeline Booth: the first female leader of the Salvation Army who received a medal for her work to help soldiers during the First World WarMadam C. J. Walker: an African American business woman who was the first female self-made millionaire in the USA and who gave lots of her money to good causesBilly Graham: an evangelist who preached the gospel all over the world and led millions to JesusJohn Glenn Jr: who rocketed into history as the first astronaut to orbit Earth and became a US SenatorElizabeth II: a queen who faithfully served God and her peopleDemond Tutu: a Archbishop who helped bring an end to apartheid in South AfricaInside you'll also find:* Bible memory verses to learn and treasure* Reflection questions and activities to continue the fun* A short prayer to close each story* Witty black-and-white illustrations throughoutWhether used as a family read-aloud, for independent reading, a classroom resource, or a Sunday school supplement, this book gives children real-life role models who show what ordinary people can achieve when they trust an extraordinary God.Part of the acclaimed Fantastically Faithful series.

In this fun, engaging biography series, each book celebrates eight diverse men and women who followed God's call with courage. Taking risks, breaking new ground, and living out their faith in bold ways.You will meet:* Mary Anning: who discovered amazing fossils that rocked the science community* Harriet Beecher Stowe: who wrote a groundbreaking book that helped to end slavery* John Muir: who was in awe of God's creation, and made sure others could enjoy it too* George Cadbury: who had a passion for chocolate, and for treating his workers fairly* Bessie Coleman: who challenged prejudices, followed her dream, and took to the skies* Mother Teresa: who turned love into action and helped the "poorest of the poor"* Arthur Ashe: who used his sports-star status to be a voice for change* Charles Mulli: who went from rags to riches, then used his riches to transform children's livesWith witty black-and-white illustrations and text that leaps off the page, this biography series inspires today's kids to trust Jesus and use their gifts for God's glory. Packed with inspiring stories, prayers, Bible memory verses and reflection questions, Fantastically Faithful Trailblazers is perfect for families, schools, and churches wanting to help young readers discover real-life role models who put God's love into action.These real-life stories prove that anyone can achieve amazing things with faith in an extraordinary God. Dare to follow their lead and blaze your own trail!

Get ready to be inspired by eight fantastically faithful people who all had one thing in common: they each answered God's call to make the world a better place.Here, you will meet:John Newton: who went from slave ship captain to a leading light in the fight against slaveryElizabeth Fry: who improved conditions for countless people in prisonThomas Barnardo: who transformed the lives of children living in povertyGeorge Washington Carver: who went from slavery to groundbreaking scientistRosa Parks: who helped bring an end to laws that discriminated against African AmericansWangari Maathai: whose work led to the planting of millions of trees across AfricaChristian Fuhrer: whose prayer movement helped re-unite a countryJoni Eareckson Tada: who helps people with disabilities find hope, dignity, and faithBe encouraged to follow their example and become a world changer too!With humorous black and white line drawings and text that bounces of the page, books in this biography series for the twenty-first century will inspire kids aged 7 plus to put their faith in Jesus and to use their talents for the glory of God.Each chapter ends with a Bible memory verse, questions for reflection and a short prayer.