Best of
Christian

1951

Letters and Papers from Prison


Dietrich Bonhoeffer - 1951
    Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a young German pastor who was executed by the Nazis in 1945 for his part in the “officers’ plot” to assassinate Adolf Hitler.       This expanded version of Letters and Papers from Prison shifts the emphasis of earlier editions of Bonhoeffer’s theological reflections to the private sphere of his life. His letters appear in greater detail and show his daily concerns. Letters from Bonhoeffer’s parents, siblings, and other relatives have also been added, in addition to previously inaccessible letters and legal papers referring to his trial.      Acute and subtle, warm and perceptive, yet also profoundly moving, the documents collectively tell a very human story of loss, of courage, and of hope. Bonhoeffer’s story seems as vitally relevant, as politically prophetic, and as theologically significant today, as it did yesterday.

A Man Called Peter: The Story of Peter Marshall


Catherine Marshall - 1951
    It is a book about love - the love between a dynamic man and his God, and the tender love between a man and the woman he married. It is also the gripping adventure of a poor Scottish immigrant who became chaplain of the United States Senate and one of the most revered men in America. A Man Called Peter became the number-one best-seller when it was published in 1951, and around the world lives were changed by reading of the chaplain's remarkable faith. In the foreword to this book, Peter's son writes, "Even when [Dad's] words were preached 'secondhand'. . . in the movie version of A Man Called Peter, they had an amazing effect on people."Through Peter's story and the compelling sermons and prayers included in A Man Called Peter, you will discover insight into God, man, and life on earth and hereafter. You will also be encouraged by the realization that "if God can do so much for a man called Peter, he can do as much for you.".

Bible Workbook Vol. 1 Old Testament


Catherine B. Walker - 1951
    The student learns by doing; information is given and questions are asked to test their understanding. Bible Workbook Volume 1 gives an overview and a book-by-book study of the Old Testament. Interesting, stimulating, and informative, Bible Workbooks provide an understandable and enjoyable means of personal Bible study.

Jungle Thorn


Norma R. Youngberg - 1951
    One day, while playing with the village children, she suffers an injury which results in permanent damage to her eye. This injury later develops into an infection and Kondima not only loses the sight in her eye, she becomes horribly disfigured. During this time, Kondima becomes friends with the Tuan, a missionary who frequently visits the village. The Tuan urges Kondima's parents to let her go to Singapore to receive medical treatment. The story unfolds as Kondima embarks on a journey that not only restores her health, but leads her to Jesus.

God So Loved the World


Elizabeth Goudge - 1951
    For all believers of any sect and for all who read the Bible and for those who don't - a book which trumpets to Heaven love and faith - very much a book for our bewildered times.