The Amazing Story of One Faithful Man...One Extraordinary Vision... One Unstoppable Movement.
An unforgettable chronicle of courage, determination, faith, and humility, Amazing Faith is the exclusive and inspiring account of how Dr. Bill Bright, founder and president of Campus Crusade for Christ International, stepped out in simple, unwavering obedience to God. Readers will delight in the extraordinary story of how an obedient Oklahoman left the ranch at God's urging, and how that obedience opened the door to reaching literally millions of lives with the message of Christ's love and the coming Kingdom.
From Bright's formative years in the Midwest to the lonely struggles and all-too-human foibles of his early ministry...the founding of the unparalleled Campus Crusade movement to the explosive global outreaches of the new millennium...this authorized, behind-the-scenes biography leaves no stone unturned in its examination of a humble life remarkably used by God-a life which, by God's power, has made an impact on three billion souls.
Written by a retired investigative reporter who has closely followed the life and ministry of Dr. Bright for more than a decade, and with a foreword by Dr. Billy Graham, Amazing Faith uncovers the calling, the passion, the strategic thinking, the sacrifice, and the astounding impact of one man committed to bold evangelism, disciple-ship, and the fulfillment of the Great Commission in his lifetime.
"He's just the kind of man I had in mind when I started the program twenty-five years ago because he's an example to everybody of all religions that it's possible to have progress in religion." -Sir John Templeton, founder of the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion, which Dr. Bill Bright was awarded in 1996. He donated the $1 million honorarium to support a national movement of prayer and fasting.
Michael Richardson is a retired investigative reporter, news editor, and editor of editorials in St. Petersburg, Florida. He is the author of After Amin, the Bloody Pearl, a human rights documentary, and editor of Ethics Applied, a college textbook in its sixth printing. He and his wife, Margaret, were married in 1965 and are the parents of three married children and grandparents of five. They reside in Largo, Florida.
Show moreThe Amazing Story of One Faithful Man...One Extraordinary Vision... One Unstoppable Movement.
An unforgettable chronicle of courage, determination, faith, and humility, Amazing Faith is the exclusive and inspiring account of how Dr. Bill Bright, founder and president of Campus Crusade for Christ International, stepped out in simple, unwavering obedience to God. Readers will delight in the extraordinary story of how an obedient Oklahoman left the ranch at God's urging, and how that obedience opened the door to reaching literally millions of lives with the message of Christ's love and the coming Kingdom.
From Bright's formative years in the Midwest to the lonely struggles and all-too-human foibles of his early ministry...the founding of the unparalleled Campus Crusade movement to the explosive global outreaches of the new millennium...this authorized, behind-the-scenes biography leaves no stone unturned in its examination of a humble life remarkably used by God-a life which, by God's power, has made an impact on three billion souls.
Written by a retired investigative reporter who has closely followed the life and ministry of Dr. Bright for more than a decade, and with a foreword by Dr. Billy Graham, Amazing Faith uncovers the calling, the passion, the strategic thinking, the sacrifice, and the astounding impact of one man committed to bold evangelism, disciple-ship, and the fulfillment of the Great Commission in his lifetime.
"He's just the kind of man I had in mind when I started the program twenty-five years ago because he's an example to everybody of all religions that it's possible to have progress in religion." -Sir John Templeton, founder of the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion, which Dr. Bill Bright was awarded in 1996. He donated the $1 million honorarium to support a national movement of prayer and fasting.
Michael Richardson is a retired investigative reporter, news editor, and editor of editorials in St. Petersburg, Florida. He is the author of After Amin, the Bloody Pearl, a human rights documentary, and editor of Ethics Applied, a college textbook in its sixth printing. He and his wife, Margaret, were married in 1965 and are the parents of three married children and grandparents of five. They reside in Largo, Florida.
Show moreProfessor of Educational Administration at Georgia Southern University. An American icon and the greatest religious leader of our time; hailed as the world's preacher, Billy Graham's career has spanned more than five decades and his ministry of faith has touched the hearts and souls of millions. He has preached the Gospel to more people in a live-audience format than anyone else in history - more than 210 million people, in more than 185 countries and territories through various meetings, including Mission World and Global Mission. Today Billy Graham and his ministry are known around the globe. He has preached in remote African villages and in the heart of New York City, and those to whom he has ministered have ranged from heads of state to the simple living bushmen of Australia and the wandering tribes of Africa and the Middle East. Since 1977, Dr. Graham has been accorded the opportunity to conduct preaching missions in virtually every country of the former Eastern bloc, including the former Soviet Union. Born William Franklin Graham, Jr., in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 1918, he entered the ministry in 1943 and soon began conducting evangelistic crusades. In 1950, he founded The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, which has sponsored crusades and produced radio and television programs as well as films. Dr. Graham has written 24 books, many of which have become top sellers. His autobiography, Just As I Am, published in 1997, achieved a "triple crown," appearing simultaneously on the three top best-seller lists in one week. Billy Graham has been honoured with many awards. He lives in Montreat, North Carolina. His wife Ruth passed away on June 14, 2007
High Acclaim for the Man behind Amazing Faith:
The Authorized Biography of Bill Bright
"No movement of our time is likely to have a more healthy impact
upon the life of our nation than the movement founded and headed by
Bill Bright."
Religion Editor, The Los Angeles Times
"He has reached people in a depth and number matched by few in
history--He brings great power to his message because he 'walks his
talk.' "
George H. Gallup, Jr., The Gallup International Institute
"There is no one else I know in this world who has lived the
Spirit-filled life so consistently while maintaining a high level
of humility."
Tom Landry, former coach of the Dallas Cowboys
"Bill has always resisted the temptation to use the influence he
has gained through his ministry for political or pecuniary gain.
His first concern has always been his burden for
lost souls."
Ralph Reed, former executive director, The Christian Coalition
"He has never sought to receive praise for himself. He is one of
the most humble men we know--his heart and motives have always been
to lift up Christ, and God has used him mightily."
Charles M. Duke, Jr., Apollo 16 Astronaut,
Retired Brigadier General,
United States Air Force
High Acclaim for the Man behind Amazing Faith:
The Authorized Biography of Bill Bright
"No movement of our time is likely to have a more healthy impact
upon the life of our nation than the movement founded and headed by
Bill Bright."
Religion Editor, The Los Angeles Times
"He has reached people in a depth and number matched by few in
history--He brings great power to his message because he 'walks his
talk.' "
George H. Gallup, Jr., The Gallup International Institute
"There is no one else I know in this world who has lived the
Spirit-filled life so consistently while maintaining a high level
of humility."
Tom Landry, former coach of the Dallas Cowboys
"Bill has always resisted the temptation to use the influence he
has gained through his ministry for political or pecuniary gain.
His first concern has always been his burden for
lost souls."
Ralph Reed, former executive director, The Christian Coalition
"He has never sought to receive praise for himself. He is one of
the most humble men we know--his heart and motives have always been
to lift up Christ, and God has used him mightily."
Charles M. Duke, Jr., Apollo 16 Astronaut,
Retired Brigadier General,
United States Air Force
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