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The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to quietly change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people―men who stood behind heroes of the faith. Aaron. Caleb. Jonathan. Amos. Silas.
Each faithfully sought God in the shadows of His chosen leaders. They answered God’s call to serve without recognition or fame. And they gave everything, knowing their reward might not come until the next life. Be challenged by these faithful men from both the Old Testament and the New Testament whose stories we must never forget.
- Aaron―the priest who stood in Moses’ shadow but had the courage to cover his brother’s fears as they led the nation of Israel
- Caleb―the warrior whose words stirred men’s hearts and brought God’s people to the Promised Land
- Jonathan―the prince whose humility led him to befriend the man who would become king in his place
- Amos―the prophet who heard when God called and spoke to a nation unwilling to listen
- Silas―the scribe who worked alongside the early apostles, surrendering his wealth to record God’s Word, even as those around him were silenced
Titles in the series (6)
- The Priest: Aaron
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Book 1 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. His courage covered his brother’s fear. His sacrifices atoned for the people’s sin. His voice carried the words of God. Moses parted the Red Sea. But in his shadow stood Aaron, a man who symbolizes forever our great High Priest. Be challenged by this faithful man whose story we must never forget. The Priest is the story of Aaron and book one in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. “Rivers convincingly envisions the emotions and intrigue that surely permeated the biblical events.” —Publishers Weekly “Rivers delivers. Those two words say it all. Rich characterization and gripping plot are contained between the hard covers of this neatly crafted novella.” —RT Book Reviews This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
- The Warrior: Caleb
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Book 2 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. A man of fire, whose words stirred men’s hearts. A man of action, whose courage saved men’s lives. A man of faith, whose passion drove him to God. Joshua succeeded Moses as the nation’s leader. But it was Caleb’s zeal that pushed the people to put their faith into action. Be challenged by this faithful man whose story we must never forget. The Warrior is the story of Caleb and book two in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. “With the smooth, compelling hand of a master storyteller, Rivers retells the biblical account of Caleb, one of God’s true faithful. This novella will leave readers energized and inspired.” —Romantic Times “A fan favorite, Rivers’s biblical fiction is quick and action-packed with appeal for both male and female readers.” —Library Journal “Rivers convincingly envisions the emotions and intrigue that surely permeated the biblical events.” —Publishers Weekly This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
- The Prince: Jonathan
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Book 3 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. His zeal carried him into battle His faithfulness won him honor among his people His humility led him into friendship with the man who would become king in his place David was a man after God’s own heart. But it was the courage and selflessness of his best friend Jonathan that opened the door to David’s rule. A man of honor and deep faith. The Prince is the story of Jonathan and book three in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. “This novella packs a powerful punch through characters that resonate in the soul. Fast-paced and seamless, this is a magnificent tale of courage, faithfulness, woe, and great joy.” —Romantic Times This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
- The Prophet: Amos
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Book 4 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. A man of solitude, who felt at home among the hills. A man of conviction, who heard when God called. A man of fortitude, who spoke to a nation willing to listen. The Israelites rebelled against God and were devoured by war. But first, they were warned by Amos, a prophet who refused to turn away. Be challenged by this faithful man whose story we must never forget. The Prophet is the story of Amos and book four in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
- The Scribe
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Book 5 in the 5-book biblical historical fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. His wealth allowed him a position a power. His obedience led him to give up his worldly possessions. His humility helped him dedicate his life to recording the words of others. After the death and resurrection of Jesus, Peter and Paul preached to the nations, carrying Christ’s message to all who would listen. But when they were silenced, it was their scribe Silas who brought their words to future generations. Be challenged by this faithful man whose story we must never forget. The Scribe is the story of Silas and book five in the popular Sons of Encouragement series about five men who quietly changed eternity. This novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
- Sons of Encouragement
The complete biblical historical fiction compilation by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind. The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to quietly change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people―men who stood behind heroes of the faith. Aaron. Caleb. Jonathan. Amos. Silas. Each faithfully sought God in the shadows of His chosen leaders. They answered God’s call to serve without recognition or fame. And they gave everything, knowing their reward might not come until the next life. Be challenged by these faithful men from both the Old Testament and the New Testament whose stories we must never forget. Aaron―the priest who stood in Moses’ shadow but had the courage to cover his brother’s fears as they led the nation of Israel Caleb―the warrior whose words stirred men’s hearts and brought God’s people to the Promised Land Jonathan―the prince whose humility led him to befriend the man who would become king in his place Amos―the prophet who heard when God called and spoke to a nation unwilling to listen Silas―the scribe who worked alongside the early apostles, surrendering his wealth to record God’s Word, even as those around him were silencedBeloved Christian author Francine Rivers brings Scripture and history to life in these well-researched stories of spiritual leaders. Each novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.
Francine Rivers
New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers is one of the leading authors of women's Christian fiction. With nearly thirty published novels with Christian themes to her credit, she continues to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the globe. Her numerous bestsellers, including Redeeming Love, have been translated into more than thirty different languages. Shortly after becoming a born-again Christian in 1986, Francine wrote Redeeming Love as her statement of faith. This retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction. Redeeming Love continues to be one of the Christian Booksellers Association’s top-selling titles, and it has held a spot on the Christian bestsellers list for nearly a decade. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers. She is a member of Romance Writers of America's coveted Hall of Fame as well as a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Visit Francine online at www.francinerivers.com and connect with her on Facebook (www.facebook.com/FrancineRivers) and Twitter (@FrancineRivers).
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