Vance Christie Libri

Explore the life of America's first foreign missionary Adoniram Judson (1788-1850) who was devoted to serving God for over 38 years in Burma.

David Brainerd lived a short life, but in his four years as a missionary he was blessed with a period of revival amongst the Indians of New England.

While students at Moody Bible Institute, John and Betty Stam felt God's call to the mission field of China, where within a few years they were arrested by hostile Communist soldiers, held for ransom, and then beheaded. Though their mission was brief, Christie shows that their courage led hundreds of other young men and women to volunteer for missionary service.

The narratives of five influential Christian heroines—Susanna Wesley, Fanny Crosby, Catherine Booth, Mary Slessor, and Corrie ten Boom—illustrate how God's glory is revealed through imperfect individuals. Spanning three centuries, their diverse stories emphasize unwavering faith and courage amidst challenges. Each woman's legacy in evangelism, mission work, and compassionate ministry serves as a powerful model of devotion to Christ. Rich in historical detail, the book inspires contemporary believers to live fully for God's glory by showcasing the remarkable faithfulness of these women.

This collection of narratives from the daily lives of Christian heroes like Corrie ten Boom and Billy Graham highlights the way that they met struggles that are common to humankind with an unshakable faith.

Andrew Murray's writings and influence are still felt today and Vance Christie skilfully and faithfully brings his story to life for a new generation.

David Livingstone was one of the most consequential individuals who lived in the nineteenth century. An unpretentious Scottish missionary doctor, explorer and abolitionist, he opened the door for Christianity in southern Africa. Vance Christie's biography is the most comprehensive and accurate ever written about Livingstone. During his lifetime he was a hero in Britain and beyond, and gained a degree of respect, trust,appreciation and even affection with many African people. He was a man who overcame many deprivations and discouragements, and displayed the utmost measure of courage, self-control, faith, wisdom and ingenuity. Christie takes a balanced look at Livingstone's amazing achievements, but also at his very real flaws. This gripping in-depth biography is a must-read insight into a fascinating man.