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

A Life Poured Out With One Great Purpose

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.

This compelling paperback biography of Jim Elliot (1927-1956) invites your family to consider what it means to give everything for Christ—and to carry the gospel to those still waiting to hear it.

What You'll Discover

• The true story of Jim Elliot (1927-1956) and the coworkers who gave their lives in Ecuador's jungle
• How one sacrifice has challenged countless Christians across the decades
• A stirring call to live with one great purpose: bringing the gospel to those who have never heard
• A paperback biography with maps and a bibliography for deeper study

Grades:

Adults — a compelling family read-aloud

Subjects & Topics:

Biography, Missions, Religion, Christian Ministry, History (20th Century), Geography (Ecuador; maps included)

Books in the Series

• John Newton: Change of Heart (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• George Muller: The Guardian of Bristol's Orphans (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• Corrie Ten Boom: Keeper of the Angels' Den (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• Gladys Aylward: The Adventure of a Lifetime (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• C.S. Lewis: Master Storyteller (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• Amy Carmichael: Rescuer of Precious Gems (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
• John Wesley: The World His Parish (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)