Biographies & Memoirs

Explore the stories of remarkable lives in our Biographies & Memoirs section at Thryft. Discover firsthand accounts of influential figures and captivating memoirs that'll inspire and educate. Our collection is carefully curated to ensure you find the perfect narrative to delve into.

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Rena Pederson

What'S Missing : Inspiration for Women Seeking Faith and Joy in Their Lives

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From First Lady Laura Bush to journalist Diane Sawyer, the women profiled and interviewed in What's Missing? have unearthed a spiritual foundation that has given them the strength to overcome obstacles and achieve success in their own lives. This book explores the role that faith has played in their lives-and the ways it can change all women's lives.

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Isobel Kuhn

By Searching : My Journey Through Doubt into Faith

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Isobel Miller gave up God for worldly pursuits. But as graduation approached and her engagement was broken, she questioned that decision. ‘If You will prove to me that You are, and if You will give me peace, I will give You my whole life.’ God heard Isobel's prayers and responded. He reached out to her, ending years of searching, and building her up for decades of fruitful missionary service with her husband, John Kuhn, in China.

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Roberts Liardon

God's Generals

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Recommendation: "God's Generals" is a must-read for anyone seeking to learn from the experiences and teachings of powerful ministers who have made an impact on Christianity. Roberts Liardon beautifully tells the life stories of these influential spiritual leaders, teaching readers how they worked and discovered the spiritual realm. This book is an inspiration to those looking to understand the spiritual world and relate better with God.

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Robert J. Morgan

Amazing Stories of Faith

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Stories for the Soul will inspire you with the amazing experience of many famous and not-so-famous Christians. You will encounter the many challenges, thrills, and heartbreaks of life in these life-changing stories. And each story will encourage you as you see how men and women trusted in God and saw miraculous results. Their faith pulled them through the deepest and most troubling experiences into a place of peace and joy in Him! Robert J. Morgan will captivate your heart and strengthen your hope through these incredible true stories. They will enlighten, instruct, inspire, and comfort you as they remind you of the power of faith and hope in God to overcome any obstacle.

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Matthew Everhard

Unknown: The Extraordinary Influence of Ordinary Christians (Christian Missions)

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Nearly every Christian has struggled with their own significance. Sometimes we look at the "giants" of the faith such as the Apostle Paul and wonder if we--ordinary Christians--matter much at all. In this short book, perfect for group or individual study, Dr. Matthew Everhard sketches the lives of eight very ordinary men and women in the New Testament. Each of these "ordinary" Christians, tucked away in the lesser-known paragraphs of the Book of Acts and Paul's epistles, show us that common everyday men and women can make a huge impact for the Kingdom of Christ. Each chapter--complete with discussion and reflection questions--studies the life of a relatively obscure Ananias (the mentor), Silas (the sidekick), Priscilla and Aquila (the married couple), Apollos (the up-and-coming pastor), Lydia (the business woman), Onesimus (the runaway slave), and Epaphroditus (the sick missionary). Discover just how powerful being an anonymous Christian can be!

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Donald Miller

Searching for God Knows What

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This book could be a good read for someone who is looking to explore their faith or wanting to understand Christianity in a new light. The author uses storytelling to engage readers and provides fresh perspectives on the Bible. Donald Miller's writing style is both humorous and vulnerable, making this a relatable and enjoyable read for both Christians and non-believers.

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Joshua Harris

Dug Deep Down : Unearthing What I Believe and Why it Matters

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What will you build your life on? With startling transparency, Joshua Harris shares how we can rediscover the relevance and power of Christian truth . This is book shows a young man who rose quickly to success in the Christian evangelical world before he realized his spirituality lacked a foundation—it rested more on tradition and morality than on an informed knowledge of God. For the indifferent or spiritually numb, Harris's humorous and engaging reflections on Christian beliefs show that orthodoxy isn't just for scholars—it is for anyone who longs to know the living Jesus Christ. As Harris writes, "I've come to learn that theology matters. It matters not because we want to impress people, but because what we know about God shapes the way we think and live. Theology matters because if we get it wrong then our whole life will be wrong." Whether you are just exploring Christianity or you are a veteran believer finding yourself overly familiar and cold-hearted, Dug Down Deep will help you rediscover the timeless truths of Scripture. As Harris challenges you to root your faith and feelings about God in the person, work, and words of Jesus, he answers questions such     • What is God like and how does he speak to me?   • What difference does it make that Jesus was both human and divine?   • How does Jesus's death on the cross pay for my sins?   • Who is the Holy Spirit and how does he work in my life?With grace and wisdom, Harris will inspire you to revel in the truth that has captured his own mind and heart. He will ask you to dig deep into a faith so solid you can build your life on it. He will point you to something to believe in again.

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Paul W. Brand, Philip Yancey

The Gift of Pain : Why We Hurt and What We Can Do About It

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Recommendation: - This book is an eye-opening exploration of the purpose and significance of pain in our lives. Dr. Paul Brand, a renowned surgeon, shares his personal experiences and research on pain, offering a fresh perspective on its role in our wellbeing. If you're open-minded and seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of pain, this book will challenge your preconceptions and leave you with a profound appreciation for the gift of pain.

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Mary Teegardin

A Promise Is to Keep

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Recommended for those seeking inspiration and faith-building. A Promise Is to Keep tells the story of a Christian nurse who overcomes physical hardship and emotional pain to minister to sufferers in Thailand. This book is a testimony of one woman's determination to keep her promise to God, with inspiring accounts of God's faithfulness and guidance throughout her journey.

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J. Stratton Shufelt, Kenneth W. Osbeck

101 Hymn Stories : The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns

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This book would be a great read for anyone with an appreciation for hymns and their history. The author provides interesting and inspiring stories about the hymns, making it a great choice for devotional reading or as a source for sermon illustrations. It would also be useful for anyone interested in historical or biographical research on the topic. Overall, readers are likely to appreciate the unique insight into the beloved hymns they know and love.

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Karen Armstrong, Adrian House

Francis of Assisi : A Revolutionary Life

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This book provides an insight into the life of St. Francis of Assisi, who lived a true life of poverty and devoted his life to serving the least fortunate. It emphasizes how he found his true calling by abandoning his previous life as a playboy. Readers will appreciate the unique life Paul lived and his influence, which has lasted for centuries.

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F. Howard Taylor, Geraldine Guinness Taylor

Hudson Taylor's Spiritual Secret

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Discover Hudson Taylor, a pioneer missionary to China, who suffered tribulation, hardship, poverty, and misunderstanding. But at his heart, he loved the Chinese people and learned through his misfortunes to trust God completely. 'HUDSON TAYLOR'S SPIRITUAL SECRET' is a stirring biography that challenges you to live a life of faith.RUNNING TIME ⇒ 7hrs. and 16mins.Public Domain (P)2011 christianaudio.com

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Oswald Chambers

Shade of His Hand

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Part of the Oswald Chambers Library. Oswald Chambers was the son of a Scottish Baptist pastor and was converted under the ministry of Charles H. Spurgeon. Following formal theological training in Scotland, he traveled throughout the United Kingdom, the Far East, and the United States, lecturing on the Scriptures.

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Karen Armstrong

Through the Narrow Gate : A Nun's Story

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Through the Narrow Gate is Karen Armstrong’s memoir of life inside a Catholic convent in the 1960’s.With gentleness and honesty, Armstrong takes her readers on a revelatory journey that begins with her decision, at the age of seventeen, to devote her life to God as a nun. yet once she embarked upon her spiritual training, she encountered a frightening and oppressive world, fossilized by tradition, which moulded, isolated and pushed her to the limit of what she could endure.

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Eugene Tay

Supernatural Confessions - You Are Not Alone

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If you're intrigued by the unexplained or enjoy spine-tingling real-life tales, "Supernatural Confessions" serves a potent blend of eerie stories. Eugene Tay opens a Pandora's box of personal encounters with the supernatural that provide a chilling solidarity in the face of the unknown. It's a compelling read for those who dare to peer into the shadows.

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Kate Braestrup

Beginner's Grace : Bringing Prayer Into Your Life

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Recommendation: - This book is a perfect read for those who are curious about prayer and its role in daily life. Kate Braestrup beautifully explores the practice of prayer, offering personal stories and practical suggestions to make prayers more meaningful. Whether you consider yourself religious or not, Beginner's Grace will open your mind to the power of prayer and its potential to bring mindfulness, gratitude, and compassion into your life.

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Jack Deere

Surprised by the Power of the Spirit : Discovering How God Speaks and Heals Today

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What caused a former Dallas Seminary professor to believe that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit are being given today? What convinced someone skeptical about miracles that God still speaks and heals? A dramatic change took place in Jack Deere's life when he took a fresh look at the Scriptures. He discovered that his arguments against miraculous gifts were based more on prejudice and lack of personal experience than on the Bible. As soon as Deere became a seeker instead of a skeptic, the Holy Spirit revealed himself in new and surprising ways. In Surprised by the Power of the Spirit, Deere provides a strong biblical defense for the Spirit's speaking and healing ministries today. He also describes several reliable cases of people who were miraculously healed or who heard God speak in an unmistakable way. Finally, he gives sound advice for using spiritual gifts in the church. Written in a popular style, with the care of a scholar but the passion of personal experience, this book explores: the real reason Christians do not believe in miraculous gifts, responding to charismatic abuses, whether miracles were meant to be temporary, and why God still heals.

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Sam Childers

Another Man's War : The True Story of One Man's Battle to Save Children in the Sudan

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A gun-toting preacher, a rebel army led by a madman, and entire villages slaughtered just because they were in the way. In Another Man's War , follow Sam Childer's remarkable transformation from violent thug to a man of faith, and his ongoing battle to save children in one of the world's most lawless areas. “Another Man’s War is about true terrorism . . . against more than 200,000 children in northern Uganda and Southern Sudan. Sam Childers—a fighter and a preacher (some call him a mercenary)—tirelessly leads a small militia into the jungle, daring to fight against a vicious army outnumbering him one thousand to one. One man can make a huge difference. Sam Childers certainly does.” ? Peter Fonda, actor/filmmaker, best known as star of Easy Rider “The Reverend Sam Childers has been a very close friend to the government of South Sudan for many years and is a trusted friend.” ? President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan “The Reverend Sam Childers is a long time devoted friend to our government and his courageous work is supported by us.” ? President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda “Sam Childers is one of those rare men [who is] willing to do literally whatever it takes to promote the message of Jesus Christ and save children from the tyranny of evil men.” ? John Rich, lead singer and songwriter, Big & Rich

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C. Peter Wagner

Wrestling with Alligators, Prophets and Theologians : Lessons from a Lifetime in the Church

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Wrestling with Alligators, Prophets and Theologians is a must-read for anyone interested in the transformation of the Church over the past 50 years. Dr. C. Peter Wagner provides an intimate account of his experiences as a leading figure in various spiritual movements and paradigm shifts, offering profound insights into the evolution of the Church. This book is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of the Church's recent history and the impact of the Holy Spirit on its growth and development.

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Henry Khoo

Shoes Too Big

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"Shoes Too Big" could resonate with you deeply if you're moved by tales of steadfast faith and impact on others’ lives. It paints an intimate portrait of the Khoo family's generational commitment to prison ministry, underscoring the power of kindness and service. As you learn about the family’s sacrificial choices, you may find yourself inspired by their legacy of nurturing hope and redemption in places often forgotten by society.

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Joseph Pearce

Tolkien : A Celebration

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"Tolkien: A Celebration" is a must-read for any fan of the acclaimed writer who desires an in-depth insight into his life and works. The personal recollections by those who knew him, combined with essays by other scholars, make for a comprehensive celebration of Tolkien's literary legacy. The unique feature of this book is its exploration of the spiritual values and faith that undergirded Middle-earth, revealing the deeper meanings behind the fantastical world.

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Geoff Benge, Janet Benge

Hudson Taylor - Deep In The Heart Of China

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Hudson survived his perilous maiden voyage to his beloved China. With his heart set in determined obedience to God, and trusting the provision of the One who had called him, Hudson overcame persecution and almost overwhelming personal losses to bring God's truth to the "ripe harvest fields" of China.Today, Hudson Taylor's story continues to challenge and inspire believers young and old to carry the anchoring gospel message, regardless of personal trials or hardships, to those who are adrift and without hope (1832-1905).

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Al Bryant

Day by Day with C.H. Spurgeon

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This collection from the works of Spurgeon provides the reader with a convenient daily devotional from Genesis to Revelation.

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Todd Burpo, Sonja Burpo

Heaven Is For Real For Kids - A Little Boy's Astounding Story Of His Trip To Heaven And Back

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This book is a heartwarming and inspiring read for children and parents alike. Colton's experience of heaven is both charming and intriguing, leaving the readers fascinated. The book provides an excellent guide for parents to talk to their children about heaven, making it easier to grapple with the concept of the afterlife with their little ones.

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Spiritual Leadership - Completely Updated Text with Study Guide

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"Spiritual Leadership" could be a great read for anyone who wants to learn about leadership principles from a spiritual perspective. The book's unique feature is its focus on the lives of eminent men of God such as Moses, Nehemiah, Paul, David, Livingstone, and Charles Spurgeon. The book presents valuable spiritual insights for effective leadership that readers can put into practice in their personal and professional lives.

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Choo Thomas, David Yonggi Cho

Heaven is So Real

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Heaven is So Real could be a good read for someone seeking a personal, spiritual experience with Christ. This book provides a recount of the author's personal journey to heaven and back. It leaves the reader with a sense of awe at the beauty of heaven and a renewed appreciation for the love of God. Users have reviewed the book as a life-changing experience, making it a great recommendation for those searching for a personal encounter with Christ.

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A.W. Tozer, Gerald B. Smith

Men Who Met God

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"Men Who Met God" is an inspiring book that explores the powerful encounters of Old Testament saints with God. Simple and compelling, this book is great for those seeking personal application in their spiritual journey. Written by A.W. Tozer, a self-taught theologian and prolific writer, this book offers a unique look at the lives of biblical figures and their interactions with the divine. If you're looking for a book to deepen your understanding of the spiritual journey, "Men Who Met God" is a great choice.

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