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Corrie ten Boom is a legend in our time. Her remarkable ministry has touched millions all over the world.
But who, really, is this unusual Dutch woman? How did she emerge from a traditional Dutch background to become God's "available tool?" What is God saying through her today?
In this biography you can read, for the first time, the entire life story of this renowned woman of faith.
More than a story, this is a saga. Through her friendship with Corrie, and extensive research, best-selling author Carole C. Carlson reaches into the past to grasp the spiritual thread woven into the ten Boom ancestry. She then traces that thread right up to the present as Corrie's ministry climaxes with a startling message to this generation.
As you read the fascinating details of Corrie's heritage, you'll realize the far-reaching impact of family life rich in faith and purpose. You'll see how God used everyday circumstances to cultivate a unique blend of determination and compassion--the hallmark of Corrie's ministry. And you'll understand Corrie as never before when you read how God re-channeled the thwarted romantic yearnings of her youth into a love that has embraced thousands.
As you walk with Corrie through Ravensbruck, you'll experience the tragic depths of the Nazi holocaust...and marvel at the greater depths of God's grace that enabled her to proclaim Christ's message of healing and forgiveness to post-war Europe.
But that's only half the story. You'll travel with Corrie to places around the world as she doggedly used her experiences to win an audience with prisoners and princes alike. You'll be intrigued by Corrie's response to her own notoriety, as books and movies made her one of today's most admired Christians. And, for the first time, you'll walk with Corrie into her twilight years to hear the profound message God still voices through a servant silenced by illness.
Yes, Corrie's life--the legend--will enthrall and inspire you as never before. For you'll realize that Corrie's story is HIS story...and "the best is yet to come."
Corrie ten Boom is a legend in our time. Her remarkable ministry has touched millions all over the world.
But who, really, is this unusual Dutch woman? How did she emerge from a traditional Dutch background to become God's "available tool?" What is God saying through her today?
In this biography you can read, for the first time, the entire life story of this renowned woman of faith.
More than a story, this is a saga. Through her friendship with Corrie, and extensive research, best-selling author Carole C. Carlson reaches into the past to grasp the spiritual thread woven into the ten Boom ancestry. She then traces that thread right up to the present as Corrie's ministry climaxes with a startling message to this generation.
As you read the fascinating details of Corrie's heritage, you'll realize the far-reaching impact of family life rich in faith and purpose. You'll see how God used everyday circumstances to cultivate a unique blend of determination and compassion--the hallmark of Corrie's ministry. And you'll understand Corrie as never before when you read how God re-channeled the thwarted romantic yearnings of her youth into a love that has embraced thousands.
As you walk with Corrie through Ravensbruck, you'll experience the tragic depths of the Nazi holocaust...and marvel at the greater depths of God's grace that enabled her to proclaim Christ's message of healing and forgiveness to post-war Europe.
But that's only half the story. You'll travel with Corrie to places around the world as she doggedly used her experiences to win an audience with prisoners and princes alike. You'll be intrigued by Corrie's response to her own notoriety, as books and movies made her one of today's most admired Christians. And, for the first time, you'll walk with Corrie into her twilight years to hear the profound message God still voices through a servant silenced by illness.
Yes, Corrie's life--the legend--will enthrall and inspire you as never before. For you'll realize that Corrie's story is HIS story...and "the best is yet to come."
