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Lured by the promise of adventure, travel, and a large bonus, Aaron Stauffer turned his back on his training and his mother's tears and enlisted to fight in the Civil War. His heart swelled with pride and patriotism as he shouldered his newl... Learn more

What does it cost to follow Jesus? For these men and women, the answer was clear. They were ready to give witness to Christ in the face of intense persecution, even if it cost them their lives. From the stoning of Stephen to Nigerian Christi... Learn more

Goose bumps rise on Eli’s arms as he follows his friends into the anteroom for instruction for baptism at the Amish church in Stuarts Draft, Virginia. At fifteen, he is still Little Eli, and he sincerely wants to be a child of God. But his s... Learn more

Like other German cities, Krauter became a blacked out vacuum at night. But tonight Hans felt it was especially quiet. Something must be wrong.Finally Hans arrived at Felderstrasse 21. “Maria,” he hissed. No one answered. Heart pounding, Han... Learn more

At their new home in eastern Kansas, Eli is more than just a water boy. He milks Hipbones every day, and Dad needs his help to rake the hay into windrows. Eli also gets his turn pushing the windrows into piles with the buckrake, but no matte... Learn more

Nicholas's parents had taught him right from wrong, but bitterness and the lure of a sailor's life led him far from God. After years of braving storms and pirates on the high seas, Nicholas became desperately ill. As his wicked life stared h... Learn more

It was A.D. 311, eight years since Mark’s wife had been martyred. Mark was increasingly lonely. He wondered what God had in store for him and what the future held for the church. Persecution had eased because the new emperor, Constantine, fa... Learn more

Mark had heard stories of persecution in the past, but it seemed far away. But soon after Mark was ordained a presbyter, the emperor Diocletian unleashed his fury on the church. Mark and his wife were caught in the middle. They could give up... Learn more

Based on historical accounts, Crossing the Distance is the story of great distances, some created by God and others by man. It offers hope that, by God's grace, we also can cross divides in our lives.

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Heinrich walked away from the wounded soldier, but he could not get away from the wretchedness he felt in his heart. How could God show him mercy when he had been so ruthless?

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These twelve stories based on accounts in the Martyrs Mirror bring to life for us today what it was like to be an Anabaptist believer during the Reformation. The book includes the famous story of Dirk Willem rescuing his enemy who had fallen... Learn more

Marx Boshart had not only become an Anabaptist—he was now an Anabaptist minister. But now, imprisoned by the Zurich city council, he wasn’t sure it was worth it. His wife and newborn son awaited him at home. If he would promise not to teach ... Learn more

Years of prosperity for Christians in Russia are followed by disappointment, heartache, and suffering, first during the revolution and again as World War II sweeps across Europe. Hans and Netta face hardship and separation, but grow closer t... Learn more

Nicu wanted to serve God, but he had not anticipated an assignment full of danger and sleepless nights. Nicu constantly had to place his life in God's hands. He began to realize his unique position of taking precious cargo to his closed home... Learn more

After Pavel’s parents died, he was placed in an orphanage. After running away, he joined a band of robbers and acquired the nickname Greasy. But one day a New Testament showed up in the band’s loot, and Pavel became a zealous preacher for Ch... Learn more

Confucius, Constantine, John Calvin, William Carey, Fanny Crosby . . . this easy-to-read book provides engaging biographical sketches of over thirty people who influenced religious history for good or ill (including Charles Darwin and Karl M... Learn more

Hidden Riches puts a face on history. This story will help you to comprehend the sacrifice of those who came to America in search of religious freedom and to appreciate more deeply the faith and freedom we enjoy.

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While Jakob Hutter is still remembered centuries later, little is known of his wife Trindl. A Tyrolean peasant woman, she suffered deeply because of her marriage to an Anabaptist leader. Not only did she leave her family to live as an outcas... Learn more

Judith’s intelligence and interest in religion were a joy to her wealthy Jewish parents—until she began to question her people’s rejection of Yeshua (Jesus)

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Christian watched uneasily as anti-British attitudes bubbled up in the American colonies. As rebellion progressed to outright war, Christian stood by as the new colonial army confiscated his wheat and cattle. But what would be the consequenc... Learn more

Marcellus examined the scroll from the emperor. It raised his rank and commissioned him to search out and arrest Christians in their hiding places, particularly the catacombs. Finding the task unpleasant, he nevertheless obeyed. But the more... Learn more

Mining was Ramon's life. The sight of silver ore sparkling in the light of his headlamp thrilled him. But on a night of celebration, Ramon's life took a tragic turn, and he sank into a deep pit of despair and bitterness. Unable to do a man's... Learn more

How would you respond under persecution for your faith? Georgi Vins was a pastor imprisoned for eight years in Soviet concentration camps because he had preached the Gospel. The first part of this book consists of seven stories telling some ... Learn more

For Christians in Nigeria, persecution is not something that happened in the past. It is happening today—and it is terrifyingly real. As Boko Haram terrorists make their raids, Christians face a choice: renounce Christ or die.

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Mauren was uneasy. For days now, Hurricane Mitch had been dumping rain on Nicaragua. Once more she gazed warily up the side of the mountain. Something caught her eye. Was that a movement? This book tells the story of two families caught in t... Learn more