Brave Heroes and Bold Defenders

Men of Fearless Faith Meet men who have used their God-given talents to live out their faith to the fullest. They come from a variety of backgrounds, eras, and ethnicities, but each one has answered the Lord's call on their life in bold and innovative ways. Children of all ages will be inspired by the stories of • C.S. Lewis-professor and author of the influential Chronicles of Narnia series • Zhang Boli-Chinese dissident, journalist, and Christian pastor • Richard Allen-former slave and founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church • Tim Tebow-athlete, Heisman trophy winner, and outspoken follower of Christ • Father Damien-priest who dedicated his life to helping lepers in Hawaii These and the 45 other defenders of the faith featured in this book have made a profound impact on the world around them, and in many cases changed the course of history. Strong, smart, and sometimes outspoken, these men are tremendous examples of God's love in action. These inspiring profiles will captivate kids' imaginations and encourage them to discover their own gifts and how they can use them to glorify God. Children of all ages will be inspired by the true stories of these 50 courageous men who changed the world around them. Meet men from all walks of life who made a meaningful impact throughout history as they put their faith into action. Shirley Raye Redmond is an award-winning writer and newspaper columnist. Her books include Courageous World Changers and Patriots in Petticoats: Heroines of the American Revolution, which was named one of the best children's books of 2004 by the Bank Street College of Education in New York. She is also a part-time instructor for the Institute of Children's Literature, a sought-after workshop speaker, and a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. • Eric Liddell (1902-1945) Olympic Gold Medalist and missionary to China. • Chiune Sugihara (1900-1986) Japanese diplomat and Orthodox Christian who saved the lives of 6,000 Lithuanian Jews. • John M. Perkins (1930--) Christian minister and civil rights activist. • Zhang Boli (1959---) Chinese dissident, journalist and Christian pastor. • Frederick Douglass (c. 1818-1895) former slave, abolitionist, writer, speaker. • Nicky Cruz (1938--) Puerto Rican pastor taking the gospel to gangsters. • Alvin York (1887-1964)-most decorated American soldier of World War I. • Billy Graham (1918-2018) Great evangelist • James Benson Irwin (1930-1991) American astronaut who walked on the moon. • William Booth (1829-1912) British pastor and cofounder of The Salvation Army. • Chuck Colson (1931-2012) political advisor, convicted criminal, prison reformer. • Juan Fernando Ortega (1957---) singer and songwriter, prison ministry. • John Harper (1872-1912) Scottish Baptist pastor, who died aboard the Titanic. • Tim Tebow (1987---) athlete, winner of Heisman trophy, inspirational speaker. • C.S. Lewis (1898-1963) British literature professor and author. • Henry Opukahaia (Obookiah) (1792-1818) pastor, Bible translator, and first Hawaiian to covert to Christianity. • Nabeel Qureshi (1983-2017) Moslem convert to Christianity, bestselling author and speaker with Ravi Zacharias Ministries. • Richard Allen (1760-1831) former slave, educator, founder of African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME). • John Newton (1725-1807) Anglican clergyman, abolitionist, and author of Amazing Grace • Jeremy Camp (1978--) Musician and author • William Tyndale (1494-1536) English scholar and martyr. • Nate Saint (1923-1956) American missionary pilot and martyr. • Nick Caine-CEO of A21 organization combating human trafficking. • Dr. Francis Schaeffer (1912-1984) American theologian and founder of L'Abri community in Switzerland. • George Washington (1732-1799) Founding Father and 1st President of USA. • Richard Wur