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Step into the world of 18th century England and the life of one of history's most influential Christian revivalists with "The Journal of John Wesley." This first-hand account immerses you in the tireless ministry and profound spiritual devotion of Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement. Traveling by horseback, Wesley records his almost supernatural stamina in ministering to the poor, imprisoned, and overlooked souls of England. His vivid ob...

In "The Story of the Seer of Patmos, " author Stephen Haskell walks readers right into the life of John the Beloved, explaining in great detail the closeness of John to God, and how, because of that closeness, John was shown many future events in vision. So much more than a story, the book delves so deeply into Revelation that it can serve as a verse-by-verse, step-by-step guide. Chock full of spiritual and historical gems, Haskell's book open...

In this timeless spiritual classic, John Bunyan, the renowned author of "The Pilgrim's Progress, " bares his soul and shares his extraordinary journey of faith and redemption. "Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners" is a captivating autobiographical account that resonates with the struggles, doubts, and ultimate triumphs of every seeking heart. Bunyan's life was marked by turbulence and despair. Born into a working-class family in 17th-centu...

Embark on an extraordinary journey through history with "Martin Luther's Reformation Day: The Story." This captivating children's book takes young readers back in time to more than five hundred years ago, to the land of Germany where Martin Luther was born. Raised by parents who loved Jesus, Martin Luther's life was destined for greatness. As a young boy, he displayed a beautiful voice that earned him and his schoolmates a meal whenever they s...

The Moravian Church, which was founded during the Bohemian Reformation during the 1500's, was one of the earliest Protestant denominations. In this excellent book, J. E. Hutton chronicles the history of that church as it developed from its infancy as an organization into a mature Christian fellowship. Arranged in chronological order, Hutton's history starts at the dawn of the Protestant Reformation. Those years, which were also during the time...

In "The Acts of the Apostles, " author Ellen G. White tells the amazing story of the early Christian church. Starting at Pentecost, this gripping volume takes readers through thrilling stories of the infilling of the Holy Spirit, fierce persecutions, and unswerving loyalty to God. After the ascension, Peter, Paul, James, John, Luke, Barnabas, Stephen, Mark, and other early apostles carried the wonderful news of the gospel to all of the then-kn...

The Desire of Ages, " written by Ellen G. White, gives wonderful insight into the life Jesus Christ's vital ministry of salvation to planet earth. This devotional classic tells the life story of the greatest spiritual leader the world has ever known-Jesus Christ. It does not merely set down a series of remote events, it presents the meaning of them so vividly that you will feel like you are an eyewitness to what is being described. In the p...

By the time this volume of counsels for the Seventh-day Adventist Church was penned by Ellen G. White, the work of the church had grown to worldwide proportions. Literature was being distributed in thirty-nine languages from thirteen publishing houses. Five hundred ordained ministers, with a thousand other workers in various branches of denominational endeavor were serving 66, 000 believers, who made up 1, 892 churches. With the growth of t...

While volume 1 of the Testimonies focused mainly on counsel for the fledgling Seventh-day Adventist church, volume 2 was devoted almost entirely to the personal piety of its members. In the words of Ellen White, these testimonies "all contain more or less reproof and instruction which apply to hundreds or thousands of others in similar condition." The instruction, which was forthright and practical, dealt with many aspects of Christian livin...

Counsels in this volume, written by Ellen G. White to members of the Seventh-day Adventist church, were penned while Mrs. White was living in Australia. Arranged in topical order, volume 6 expands upon the lines of instruction provided in earlier volumes. During the years covered by this volume, Mrs. White was actively involved in founding an Adventist College in Avondale, Australia. With its rural setting, emphasis on the industrial program...

This volume of Testimonies to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church spans the years from 1882-1889. During this eventful decade, two new advanced schools (in Massachusetts and California, respectively) were added to educate future workers for the church. The volume addresses many of the challenges-from discipline to choosing curriculum-attending the educational work. The 1880's were a prolific time in terms of publishing for the growin...

This last volume of the series Testimonies to the Church (by Ellen G. White) covers the time span between 1904 and 1909. As the Seventh-day Adventist church and its institutions continued to grow and evolve, continued counsel was needed on a number of issues. During the time that the work was being established in the nation's capital, Mrs. White even made her home there for a period of several months. From there, in the closing years of her mi...

In 1872, when the first testimony of volume 3 was written, most members of the still small Seventh-day Adventist Church lived in the central and Northeastern United States. At that time, the church employed 86 ministers. It also operated one publishing house and one small medical institution, both of which were in Battle Creek, Michigan. During the early years of church growth, James Whtie tirelessly pioneered the way. By 1872, Elder White ...

This fourth volume of counsel to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church spans the last seven years of James White's life, from 1875 to 1881. With the work of the church under rapid expansion, Elder and Mrs. White traveled extensively. They also wrestled with the problems of the expanding institutional work. As the missionary work in Europe made good progress, church members came to a better and better understanding of the worldwide nat...

Volume 8 of the Testimonies (which was written by Ellen G. White for members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church) was published in 1904 to meet a crisis within the church. That crisis involved the ideas of pantheism-which was out of harmony with both the Word of God and the teachings of the church. By its promoters, pantheism was seen as an advancement in understanding which would bring a glorious experience to the people of God and hasten the...

This is the first volume of a 9-book series by Ellen G. White entitled Testimonies for the Church which was started as instruction and guidance to the Seventh-day Adventist Church during its infancy (during the late 1840's and early 1850's). During that time, there were only four ministers serving the entire denomination. The ministers, who supported themselves through physical labor, were poor in this world's goods but rich in the gospel. By ...

The Advent Keepsake: A Text for Each Day of the Year is a classic cmall book, organized by the twelve months of the year, that features a text about the Second Coming of Christ or a relted topic for each day of the year. This little book was first published by the Battle Creek Steam Press in 1868. It should be of interest to all believers looking for the soon appearing of Christ. Of special interest to Seventh-day Adventists may be the fact th...

J.C. Ryle was well known for his warm, plain-spoken candor, the kind which appeals to all souls regardless of rank or title, and this short book is no different. Bold, encouraging, and affectionate, "A Call to Prayer" is just as the title says-an earnest invitation for all children of God to come before Him in prayer. Read it, be edified, and have hope: you have access to the Maker of heaven and earth who can do all things. In this classic bo...

Thoughts for Young Men, " by J. C. Ryle, is a short yet passionate appeal that, a hundred years after it was written, remains relevant for today. Replete with warnings, exhortations, and instruction about this life's many trials, temptations, and common pitfalls, Ryle's classic is biblical, practical, timeless, and wise. The first chapter of the book covers five reasons, divided into sections, why Ryle believes that young men are in need of sp...

The Conflict Between Good and Evil Watch the evening news. Turn on your car radio. Scan today's newspaper. What do you see? Hear? Read? A mix of news, good and bad--but mostly bad. Some of it is downright frightening. What is the world coming to? The news media can tell you what's happening. But this book will tell you why. And The Great Controversy will tell you something you'll never hear on the evening newscast. This book will tell you what...