Through Gates of Splendour - Elliot, Elisabeth
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The inspiring story of five missionaries who were martyred in the jungles of Ecuador as they attempted to reach the local people with the gospel. In 1956 the world was stunned by a shocking event. Five young Americans: Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, Pete Fleming and Jim Elliot, had ventured into the jungles of Ecuador on a mission to share the Word of God with the local tribes. Tragically, they were savagely murdered by the very people they had come to save. In Through Gates of Splendour Jim's widow, Elisabeth, tells their remarkable story of courage and devotion to Christ in the…mehr

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The inspiring story of five missionaries who were martyred in the jungles of Ecuador as they attempted to reach the local people with the gospel. In 1956 the world was stunned by a shocking event. Five young Americans: Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, Pete Fleming and Jim Elliot, had ventured into the jungles of Ecuador on a mission to share the Word of God with the local tribes. Tragically, they were savagely murdered by the very people they had come to save. In Through Gates of Splendour Jim's widow, Elisabeth, tells their remarkable story of courage and devotion to Christ in the face of danger and difficulty. Content Benefits: Discover the inspirational story of five young missionaries and be challenged to trust your whole life to God, whatever the circumstances. * Inspiring story of five men of faith who trusted God * Story of Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, Pete Fleming, and Jim Elliot * Demonstrates the upmost courage and devotion to Christ * An inspiring and fascinating look at true heroes of the faith * Ideal reading for those who have read Shadow of the Almighty or End of the Spear * Perfect biography to encourage someone in their faith * Ideal reading for anyone who loves to see God at work in the world
Autorenporträt
Elisabeth Elliot was born to missionary parents and served as a missionary in Ecudor. In 1953 she married Jim Elliott and together they began work on translating the New Testament into the language of the Quichua Indians. Ten months later, Jim was killed by the Auca Indians while attempting to take the Gospel to that primitive tribe. Elisabeth continued her work among the Quichuas and later lived and worked among the Aucas. Today, she lives north of Boston, Massachusetts, with her husband, Lars Gren. Elisabeth is the author of a number of books, including Shadow of the Almighty; Passion and Purity; A Path Through Suffering; The Shaping of a Christian Family and Keep a Quiet Heart.