Name: 50 Women Every Christian Should Know [eBook]
SKU: 9781441220622
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__The inspiring stories of the women who helped to shape our faith__   
Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus fifty incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Ávila, and Anne Hutchinson to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, these admirable women live again under DeRusha's expert pen. These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to us that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.  
  
  
"This book is rich in inspiration and information. Reading it opened my eyes, broadened my vision, and challenged my faith. I highly recommend it to both men and women!"--__Warren W. Wiersbe__, author and former pastor of the Moody Church, Chicago  
  
"Fifty women who teach us that famous isn't about how many people know your name and that brave often looks like pressing on even when you're afraid. My daughter and I are both indebted to Michelle for introducing us to many women we'd never met before and are sure never to forget."--__Lisa-Jo Baker__, community manager for (in)courage and author of Surprised by Motherhood  
  
"In the face of some of the same questions, temptations, and doubts we encounter today, these women were pioneers. Their stories give the church of today--men and women alike--a courageous and brave example of living faith and of living out faith, the evidence of things unseen."--__Deidra Riggs__, managing editor of The High Calling and founder of Jumping Tandem  
  
"In this thoroughly researched and well-written work, Michelle DeRusha invites us into the lives of fifty women whose stories are our stories. This book inspired me, challenged me, and made me feel so proud to be a woman who belongs to Jesus."--__Jennifer Dukes Lee__, author of Love Idol  
  
  
__Michelle DeRusha__ writes a monthly column on religion and spirituality for the Lincoln Journal Star and is a regular contributor to The High Calling and other online journals. She also writes about faith in the everyday on her blog at www.michellederusha.com. She lives with her husband and their two boys in Nebraska.

__Michelle DeRusha__ writes a monthly column on religion and spirituality for the Lincoln Journal Star and is a regular contributor to Prodigal Magazine, The High Calling, and other online journals. She also writes about faith in the everyday on her blog at www.michellederusha.com. She lives with her husband and their two boys in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus fifty incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, and Anne Hutchison to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, women both famous and admirable live again under DeRusha's expert pen. These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to readers that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.

Inspiring stories of fifty Christian women, from Julian of Norwich to Ruth Bell Graham, who made a difference in the lives of people around them and had an immeasurable impact on the kingdom of God.

\["For Christians seeking powerful role models in faith", "Highlights the courage of women in challenging times", "You will feel inspired and less alone in your journey"\]

Discover the inspiring stories of fifty remarkable women of faith.

DeRusha, Michelle

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Endorsements

Dedication

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1. Hildegard of Bingen

2. Saint Birgitta (Bridget) of Sweden

3. Julian of Norwich

4. Catherine of Siena

5. Margery Kempe

6. Katharina Luther

7. Teresa of Ávila

8. Anne Askew

9. Anne Hutchinson

10. Anne Bradstreet

11. Margaret Fell

12. Susanna Wesley

13. Hannah More

14. Phillis Wheatley

15. Elizabeth Fry

16. Jarena Lee

17. Ann Hasseltine Judson

18. Mary Lyon

19. Sojourner Truth

20. Phoebe Palmer

21. Harriet Beecher Stowe

22. Florence Nightingale

23. Harriet Tubman

24. Antoinette Brown Blackwell

25. Josephine Butler

26. Catherine Booth

27. Hannah Whitall Smith

28. Clara Swain

29. Amanda Berry Smith

30. Lottie Moon

31. Fanny Crosby

32. Pandita Ramabai

33. Amy Carmichael

34. Ida Scudder

35. Thérèse of Lisieux

36. Mary McLeod Bethune

37. Faye Edgerton

38. Edith Stein

39. Corrie ten Boom

40. Dorothy Sayers

41. Dorothy Day

42. Gladys Aylward

43. Simone Weil

44. Mother Teresa

45. Mahalia Jackson

46. Edith Schaeffer

47. Fannie Lou Hamer

48. Madeleine L’Engle

49. Ruth Bell Graham

50. Flannery O’Connor

Afterword

Notes

About the Author

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A collection of inspiring stories about fifty influential women in Christian history. Written by Michelle DeRusha, this book highlights their faith and courage for all readers.

\["Want to learn from inspirational Christian women?","Helps you see God's faithfulness through women's stories.","Inspires courage and deepens your own faith journey."\]

Fifty Women Every Christian Should Know by Michelle DeRusha shares the powerful stories of women who boldly shaped our faith, inspiring us to live courageously for Christ.

__The inspiring stories of ten women who helped to shape our faith__   
Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose, Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus ten incredible heroines of the faith  
  
· Teresa of Ávila  
· Anne Hutchinson  
· Harriet Beecher Stowe  
· Harriet Tubman  
· Fanny Crosby  
· Catherine Booth  
· Amy Carmichael  
· Corrie ten Boom  
· Edith Schaeffer  
· Ruth Bell Graham  
  
These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to us that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.  
  
  
"Rich in inspiration and information. Reading it opened my eyes, broadened my vision, and challenged my faith."--__Warren W. Wiersbe__, author and former pastor of the Moody Church, Chicago  
  
"My daughter and I are both indebted to Michelle for introducing us to many women we are sure never to forget."--__Lisa-Jo Baker__, community manager for (in)courage and author of Surprised by Motherhood  
  
"A courageous and brave example of living faith and of living out faith, the evidence of things unseen."--__Deidra Riggs__, managing editor, The High Calling; founder of Jumping Tandem  
  
"This book inspired me, challenged me, and made me feel so proud to be a woman who belongs to Jesus."--__Jennifer Dukes Lee__, author of Love Idol  
  
  
__Michelle DeRusha__ writes a monthly column on religion and spirituality for the Lincoln Journal Star and is a regular contributor to The High Calling and other online journals. She also writes about faith in the everyday on her blog at www.michellederusha.com. She lives with her husband and their two boys in Nebraska.

Inspiring stories of 10 Christian women who made a difference in the lives of people around them and had an immeasurable impact on the kingdom of God.

\["For Christians seeking role models in faith and life", "Highlights influential women to inspire your journey", "You will be motivated to make a difference yourself"\]

This eBook shares inspiring stories of 10 remarkable Christian women.

50 Women Every Christian Should Know [eBook]

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