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God's Double Agent: The True Story of a Chinese Christian's Fight for Freedom Hardcover – October 1, 2013

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Tens of millions of Christians live in China today, many of them leading double lives or in hiding from a government that relentlessly persecutes them. Bob Fu, whom the Wall Street Journal called "The pastor of China's underground railroad," is fighting to protect his fellow believers from persecution, imprisonment, and even death. God's Double Agent is his fascinating and riveting story.

Bob Fu is indeed God's double agent. By day Fu worked as a full-time lecturer in a communist school; by night he pastored a house church and led an underground Bible school. This can't-put-it-down book chronicles Fu's conversion to Christianity, his arrest and imprisonment for starting an illegal house church, his harrowing escape, and his subsequent rise to prominence in the United States as an advocate for his brethren. God's Double Agent will inspire readers even as it challenges them to boldly proclaim and live out their faith in a world that is at times indifferent, and at other times murderously hostile, to those who spread the gospel.

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Tens of millions of Christians live in China today, leading double lives to hide from a government that relentlessly persecutes them.

By day, Bob Fu was a teacher in a communist school; by night, he was a preacher in an underground house church network. This edge-of-your-seat book tells the true story of Fu's conversion to Christianity, his arrest and imprisonment for starting an illegal house church, his harrowing escape, and his subsequent rise to prominence in the United States as an advocate for his oppressed brethren.

God's Double Agent will inspire you to boldly proclaim and live out your faith in a world that is at times indifferent, and at other times murderously hostile, to those who spread the gospel.|Bob Fu is a former dissident and pastor of an illegal underground church in China. He and his wife, Heidi, escaped prison and fled to the United States as religious refugees in 1997. He currently runs ChinaAid (ChinaAid.org), a nonprofit organization that tirelessly advocates for the underground church in China and for political dissidents, as well as for the lawyers and activists who place their lives on the line to defend them.

Bob is a distinguished professor of religion and public policy at Midwest University and a research PhD candidate at Durham University, UK. In addition to being the China analyst for Voice of the Martyrs, Bob is editor-in-chief of Chinese Law and Religion Monitor and guest editor for Chinese Law and Government, a journal of UCLA. He received the 2007 John Leland Religious Liberty Award from the Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC). In 2012, Midwest University awarded Bob the Honorary Doctorate Degree on Global Leadership.

He currently lives with his wife and their three children in Midland, Texas.

Nancy French is a two-time New York Times bestselling author. Her books include Home and Away (with David French), Not Afraid of Life (with Bristol Palin), A Winning Balance (with Shawn Johnson), and Red State of Mind. She lives in Tennessee. For more information, visit NancyFrench.com.

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"Bob Fu has dedicated his life to bringing freedom of religion to the Chinese people. His story is a testimony to the power of faith and an inspiration to people struggling to break free from oppression."--Mrs. Laura Bush

"The riveting account of a student leader of the Tiananmen Square protests who becomes a literal prisoner for Christ and then escapes to the West. Impossible to put down."--Eric Metaxas, New York Times bestselling author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery

"Like John the Baptist, Bob Fu has influenced people from all walks of life, across the nation of China and beyond, and led many to repent and believe in Jesus. Anyone who cares about the persecution of God's household in China and in the Middle East should read this book."--Brother Yun, Chinese house church leader and author of The Heavenly Man

"This compelling and deeply moving account of Bob Fu's escape from China and his heroic work on behalf of other human rights workers there is likely to become a classic. From the very first page, you are hooked. There are few more convincing narratives of Christian courage under persecution and suffering."--David Aikman, former senior correspondent for Time magazine; author of One Nation Without God?

"Courageous, tireless, well-informed, and effective. Bob Fu and ChinaAid are harbingers of the more just and open China that we pray is coming."--Dr. Os Guinness, author of The Global Public Square

"For understanding the dramatic and courageous role of underground Christian movements in China, this is a must-read."--Publishers Weekly

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Bob Fu is a former dissident and pastor of an illegal underground church in China. As a former prisoner, Fu has unique insight into the plight of Chinese Christians and an unparalleled network on the ground. He and his wife, Heidi, fled to the United States as religious refugees in 1997. He currently runs ChinaAid, a nonprofit organization that tirelessly advocates for the underground church in China and for political dissidents, as well as the lawyers and activists who place their lives on the line to defend them. Find out more at ChinaAid.org.

Bob is a distinguished professor on religion and public policy at Midwest University and a research PhD candidate at Durham University, UK. In addition to being the China analyst for Voice of the Martyrs, Bob is editor-in-chief of Chinese Law and Religion Monitor, a journal on religious freedom and the rule of law in China, and guest editor for Chinese Law and Government, a journal of UCLA. He received the 2007 John Leland Religious Liberty Award from the Southern Baptist Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC). In 2012 Midwest University awarded Bob the Honorary Doctorate Degree on Global Leadership.

He currently lives with his wife and their three children in Midland, Texas.

Nancy French is a two-time New York Times bestselling author. Her books include Home and Away: A Story of Family in a Time of War (with David French), Not Afraid of Life (with Bristol Palin), A Winning Balance (with Shawn Johnson), and Red State of Mind. She lives in Tennessee. Reach her at NancyFrench.com.

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336 pages
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Baker Books
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October 1, 2013
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5.75 x 1 x 8.5 inches
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0801015723
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978-0801015724
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Baker Books; First Edition (October 1, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0801015723
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0801015724
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 1 x 8.5 inches

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Ana

The Plight of Chinese Christians Today

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2015

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God’s Double Agent: The True Story of a Chinese Christian’s Fight for Freedom by Bob Fu and Nancy French is a fascinating look into the plight of Chinese Christians today.

Bob Fu narrates his story, from wanting political freedom, to his participation and escape from Tiananmen Square, to finding the Lord Jesus as His personal Savior. He describes his humble hometown, his schooling, and his dreams. “Bob” (actually Xiqiu) opens the curtains on what it’s like to live, study, and love in China. He helps us understand sanctioned churches, the house church movement, and exactly what it takes to be openly Christian.

Bob himself spent several months in a Chinese prison for his faith. Many more have spent much more time there. This book brings them to life.

Bob describes almost incredible escapes—and his role in them.

He founded ChinaAid, which provides training, financial support and legal defense for persecuted Christians in China. Bob shares some of their stories.

This book fascinated me for several reasons: it helped me understand the opposition that Christians face on a daily basis in Communist China. It is not a pretty picture. They are under constant surveillance. They are opposed in their studies, lied about, tortured, and beaten. If one person in a family is a Christian, the authorities go after all the family—even if they are not Christians and don’t know anything. What hit me the most was that this is current. We’re not reading about what took place many decades ago. We’re reading about events that happened after the year 2000.

God’s Double Agent was an incredibly interesting read. I gained a new appreciation for the endurance of the persecuted church and its dedication to Christ. It gave me a new understanding about fledgling Chinese churches and their need for Bible training in doctrine and practice. It gave me more of a burden for China and other countries where Christianity is discouraged. It is very well written and chock full of adventure.

I highly recommend this book to teens and adults.

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Intriguing with Fast Pace Storyline

Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2013

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My son told me about Bob Fu's interview with Glen Beck. I was instantly curious. As we watched Bob Fu speak to Glen, I was awestruck at his calm and heart felt demeanor. The impression he left on my brain was as strong as the one he imprinted to my heart. After all he and his family have been through, I was amazed at his well spoken and eager to share spirit. I had to know more. Ah, I see... He has a book out. I gotta check it out. I will just download the sample on my kindle and then go to bed.
I breezed through the sample and thought, " Oh no, do I have enough cash on my card to buy his book, Double Agent?" Of course, the sample left off at a riveting point. I had enough cash and I hit click to buy instantly. I love true history so to read his life story about his life in China was fascinating. His love for China and its people was described through his words as he tells his story. He and his wife have an enduring love for reaching the gospel to their people in China as well. Their love story started out like a love that could've been forbidden by her parents. Yet, it persevered through almost impossible circumstances, separations, and trials.
Speaking as a history lover, I would strongly recommend this book especially if you have a love for China as I do. He told it like it was and didn't candy coat his experiences. I have enjoyed learning through the years about the rich history of China and its people. He did a great job explaining his religious persecutions while not condemning his country. I appreciated his candor in how he told his story. I could see how he loves China and has a heart for its people.

Incredible and well written story and that's why I rate it a five.

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Jean Haynes

One of best biographies I have ever read!

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2017

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Bob Fu, Chinese,born during the "Great Leap Forward" by Mao, tells the incredible story of his life, from begging for food, to graduation from college and law school. He attended the Tienemin Square student uprising as a young college student, protesting the rights of teachers and students.
But his spiritual life is the true story. Having never heard of God or Jesus, he is given a book which transforms his life as he accepts Jesus
Christ as his Lord and Savior. He is totally changed and becomes an evangelist at great risk.
After being imprisoned for his beliefs, he marries Heidi, his sweetheart. When she becomes pregnant without permission from the government, they realize they must flee for their lives or the government would force an abortion.
Their escape is a miracle in itself.
Many miracles, and answers to prayer guide them first to Thailand, then Hong Kong where their child is born.
Bob is today living with his family in Midland, Texas where he heads CHINA AID, a non-profit organization which works in China rescuing and providing legal representation for Christians of all ages and walks of life whose lives are in danger.
He met personally with President George Bush, who has supported his efforts.
This book is almost impossible to put down and a perfect read for a book club.

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Glen Moore

Really good read!

Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2021

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It reads like a fast paced novel and from everything I understand about the persecuted church in China, it’s completely accurate. I have nothing critical to say about this book.

Joeann Liggins

Amazing true story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 16, 2021

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An excellent book, very informative, couldn't put it down, will definitely investigate China aid, so glad we have religious freedom, but for how much longer? The world is in the last days, we must work while it is day.

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Betlh Campbell

An inspiring read for all!

Reviewed in Australia on February 18, 2023

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It is one of the best true stories I’ve read beside the Bible. Started at the Tennaman Square uprising but God took hold of a man willing to be God’s Double Agent.

Kyllikki Masih

What a moving story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2021

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I couldn't put this book down. It really encouraged me and made me pray for suffering believers in China. May God bless China.

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