What do Abraham Lincoln, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Louis Pasteur,
Frederick Douglass, Florence Nightingale, and John D. Rockefeller
Sr. all have in common? They all changed the world--and they were
all Christians. Now the little-known stories of faith behind twelve
influential people of history are available in one inspiring
volume.
They Were Christians reveals the faith-filled motivations
behind some of the most outstanding political, scientific, and
humanitarian contributions of history. From the founding of the Red
Cross to the family crisis that drove America's favorite president
to his knees and cracked his religious skepticism, the fascinating
stories of these faithful history-makers will inspire, encourage,
and entertain readers of history and biography.
"I dare you to read this book and not be inspired to make
your mark on the world."--Josh McDowell, author and
speaker
What do Abraham Lincoln, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Louis Pasteur,
Frederick Douglass, Florence Nightingale, and John D. Rockefeller
Sr. have in common? They all changed the world--and they were all
Christians. With passion and precision, Cristóbal Krusen brings to
light the little-known stories of faith behind twelve influential
people of history.
They Were Christians reveals the faith-filled motivations of
these important world figures who made some of the most outstanding
political, scientific, and humanitarian contributions in history.
Discover the true stories behind
· the founding of the Red Cross
· the family crisis that drove America's favorite president to his
knees
· the supernatural call that led a beautiful English socialite to
save thousands of soldiers
· and more
The fascinating profiles of these faithful history makers will
encourage, entertain, and inspire you to deepen your faith, pursue
excellence in your vocation, and serve others.
Cristóbal Krusen is a screenwriter, film director, and
author who has lived and worked in Latin America, Australia, and
the United States. In 1988, he founded Messenger Films, a nonprofit
film production company. He studied English literature at Harvard
University and also studied film and television at NYU and the Art
Center College of Design. He currently lives in St. Paul,
Minnesota.
Cristóbal Krusen is a screenwriter, film director, and author who has lived and worked in Latin America, Australia, and the United States. In 1988, he founded Messenger Films, a nonprofit film production company. He studied English literature at Harvard University and also studied film and television at NYU and the Art Center College of Design. He currently lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.