Gods Call [Paperback]

Brother Andrew (Author), Verne Becker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2002

In the tradition of God's Smuggler, God's Call recounts Brother Andrew's dramatic meetings with world leaders and clandestine encounters with persecuted Christians in communist China, turbulent Africa, and repressive Muslim nations. In the introduction, Brother Andrew reminds readers that the influence of his life and work is not due to any special gifts, but to a simple willingness to walk through the doors God has opened. Along with the stories in God's Call, Brother Andrew presents his life principles in ten simple but powerful steps-steps that can spur readers to pay attention to God's voice, serve him faithfully in every situation, and stay prepared to let God use them in extraordinary ways. More specifically, these practical and encouraging steps help readers consider how to live their life's calling.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

ìThe stories in Godís Call accent the Lordís command to take the gospel ëto all nations.í Brother Andrewís life of obedience is an example to us all.î

Luis Palau, international evangelist ìBrother Andrew is an inspiration to me to keep my vision clear, my heart close to God, and my life focused on the greatest mission of all: communicating the love of God to a hurting world.î

Sheila Walsh, author, recording artist, speaker ìGod took Brother Andrew, a young Dutchman from a little village in Holland, and made him into a world changer. Brother Andrew wants you to know that God can make you into a world changer, too.î

Loren Cunningham, founder and chairman, Youth With A Mission International Get an inside look at the amazing, action-packed life of a man fully committed to following Godís call. And learn how you, too, can be used in extraordinary ways to spread the love of Christ. In the tradition of the bestselling Godís Smuggler, Godís Call recounts Brother Andrewís dramatic encounters with world leaders and persecuted Christiansóthis time in communist China, turbulent Africa, and repressive Muslim nations. Read his gripping tales of courageous Christian ministers in Iran, a near-miss with brutal secret police in Uganda, a mission to smuggle a million Bibles into south China, and more. Along with the powerful stories, youíll also find straightforward and provocative steps for fulfilling Godís purposes in your own life. Drawing from his many years of ministry to the worldwide persecuted church, Brother Andrew guides you on how to pay attention to Godís voice and faithfully follow his call.

About the Author

Brother Andrew began his work in 1955 as a one-man missionvisiting, teaching, and taking Bibles to Christians behind closed borders. That work has since developed into Open Doors International, a nondenominational organization with bases around the world. When not traveling, Brother Andrew makes his home in the Netherlands.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Revell (October 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800758374
• ISBN-13: 978-0800758370
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,160,183 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Sequel to God's Smuggler, September 27, 2007

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Andrew McCullough (Lafayette, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gods Call (Paperback)

God's Call is the sequel to Gods Smuggler which is the account of how Brother Andrew begins a ministry of taking bibles into the the closed countries behind the Iron Curtain. God's Call picks up the story and focuses on the minsitry of Brother Andrew and "Open Doors" since that time and his work in Africa, China, and the Middle East including more stories from his days in the former USSR and Eastern Europe.

You will be inspired by his faith and challenge to serve believers in persecuted nations. In the midst of these stories with each chapter brother Andrew lays out principles of how to hear and follow God's call whether across the globe, across your city or across campus.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moving, thought-provoking, and a careful look at the life of the spirit, April 1, 2007

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Aimee Thor "Aimee Thor" (Xenia, Ohio) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gods Call (Paperback)

Another great book by an author who has experienced so much in his lifetime of service to others and to the church worldwide. Deep thoughts and inspiring words fill this book! An absolute gem!