Jim Elliot: One Great Purpose (Christian Heroes: Then & Now) [Paperback]

Janet Benge (Author), Geoff Benge (Author)

Book Description

Series: Christian Heroes: Then & Now

Jim and Pete turned to see the Auca men, their deadly spears raised, running toward Nate, Ed, and Roger. Jim stood in the river, his hand on his pistol. Should he defend himself? He already knew the answer. Each man had promised the others that he would not save himself by killing those they had sought out in Jesus' name.
Jim Elliot and his coworkers surrendered their lives in Ecuador's jungle, trusting that their sacrifice would not be in vain. Decades later, this dramatic event has challenged countless Christians to live with one great purpose: to bring the gospel to those who have never heard.

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About the Author

Janet and Geoff Benge are a husband-and-wife writing team with more than twenty years of writing experience. Janet is a former elementary-school teacher. Geoff holds a degree in history. Originally from New Zealand, the Benges spent ten years serving with Youth With A Mission.

Product Details

• Paperback: 183 pages
• Publisher: YWAM Publishing (June 7, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576581462
• ISBN-13: 978-1576581469
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #170,423 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #23 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Evangelism > Missions & Missionary Work
  • #44 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > People & Places > Biographies > Religious
  • #49 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Religious

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Jim Elliot a great read (A kids review), December 16, 2005

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Christine M. Wright - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jim Elliot: One Great Purpose (Christian Heroes: Then & Now) (Paperback)

Jim Elliot was a great book. I recommend you read it if you like books about savage Indians, missionaries, forgien contries and their jungles, or all of the above. Jim Elliot finds a partner, learns some new languages and travels to South America, all because he feels God calling him to become a missionary. An interesting part of this book was a funeral party where the people who came weren't even remotely sad about the death of a little girl. Jim had taught them that they would see the dead girl again in heaven. It inspired me to listen to God as I make plans for my future and to be open His plans.

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is fantastic!, January 24, 2012

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jmj - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jim Elliot: One Great Purpose (Christian Heroes: Then & Now) (Kindle Edition)

Jim Elliots story is exiting and and a perfect example of how god works in our lives. Jim Elliot had incredable faith for giving his life so others could know god loves them.

0 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!!, September 1, 2007

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