Five hundred years ago; a monk named Martin Luther wrote ninety-five questions; hoping to start a discussion about sin and repentance at the University of Wittenberg in Germany. In a few months those questions had stirred the nation; a few years later; the continent. Today we know that those questions changed the course of both the Western church and world history. In this volume for children; Simonetta Carr tells the compelling story of this father of the Protestant Reformation; tracing his quest for peace with God; his lifelong heroic stand for God's truth; and his family life and numerous accomplishments. The Reformer's greatest accomplishment; she writes; 'has been his uncompromising emphasis on the free promise of the gospel.' Table of Contents: Introduction 1. From Law Student to Monk 2. Looking for Peace with God 3. A Powerful List 4. A Reluctant Rebel 5. Starting a Reformation 6. Raising a Family 7. Ready to Die in the Lord Time Line Did You Know? Series Description The Christian Biographies for Young Readers introduces children to important people in the Christian tradition. Parents and school teachers alike will welcome the excellent educational value it provides for students; while the quality of the publication and the artwork make each volume a keepsake for generations to come. Furthermore; the books in the series go beyond the simple story of someone's life by teaching young readers the historical and theological relevance of each character.
#509720 in Books Potomac Books Inc. 2007-03-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.92 x 1.39 x 5.86l; 1.55 #File Name: 1597971227484 pages
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