This month's book giveaway is a paperback copy of A Chance to Die: the Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael, written by Elisabeth Elliot.
The Lord works in unusual ways. I ordered this book a few months ago along with two others in preparation for subsequent book giveaways.
This past week, I learned of Elisabeth Elliot going home to be with the Lord. It seemed only appropriate that this month's giveaway be of a book that she had written and that had touched my heart deeply when I read it.
Only the Lord knows how many countless people's lives have been affected by Elisabeth Elliot;s writings. I know mine has; and for that, I am grateful to God.
Publisher's description of the book:
A Chance to Die is a vibrant portrayal of Amy Carmichael, an Irish missionary and writer who spent fifty-three years in south India without furlough. There she became known as "Amma," or "mother," as she founded the Dohnavur Fellowship, a refuge for underprivileged children.
Amy's life of obedience and courage stands as a model for all who claim the name of Christ. She was a woman with desires and dreams, faults and fears, who gave her life unconditionally to serve her Master.
Bringing Amma to life through inspiring photos and compelling biographical narrative, Elisabeth Elliot urges readers to examine the depths of their own commitment to Christ.
Amy's life of obedience and courage stands as a model for all who claim the name of Christ. She was a woman with desires and dreams, faults and fears, who gave her life unconditionally to serve her Master.
Bringing Amma to life through inspiring photos and compelling biographical narrative, Elisabeth Elliot urges readers to examine the depths of their own commitment to Christ.
My prayer is that this beautiful, detailed book chronicling the life of Amy Carmichael may be used of the Lord in someone's life as an inspiration and a joy, and that it may spur them on to deeper love and consecration to the Master.
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a Rafflecopter giveaway
You might find me on these link-ups:
Strangers and Pilgrims on Earth, Inspire Me Monday, The Modest Mom, What Joy is Mine, SDG Gathering, A Mama's Story, Mom's the Word, Rich Faith Rising, Time Warp Wife, Cornerstone Confessions, Mom's Morning Coffee, Motivate and Rejuvenate Mondays, So Much at Home, Raising Homemakers, Hope in Every Season, A Wise Woman Builds Her Home, Woman to Woman Ministries, Whole-Hearted Home, Testimony Tuesday, Tell His Story, A Soft Gentle Voice, My Daily Walk in His Grace, Women With Intention Wednesdays, Messy Marriage, The Charm of Home, Graced Simplicity, Theology Thursdays, Children Are A Blessing, Mittenstate Sheep and Wool, Imparting Grace, Preparedness Mama, A Look at the Book, Essential Thing Devotions, Thought Provoking Thursday, Every Day Jesus, Count My Blessings, Christian Mommy Blogger, Renewed Daily, Soul Survival, Good Morning Mondays, The Weekend Brew, Blessing Counters Link Party, The HomeAcre Hop, Mommy Moments Link Up, Grace and Truth Linkup, Faith Filled Friday, Saturday Soiree Blog Party, Tell It To Me Tuesdays, SHINE Blog Hop, Faith and Fellowship Blog Hop, Motivate and Rejuvenate Monday Link-Up, A Little R&R Wednesdays. TGI Saturdays Blog Hop. Totally Terrific Tuesday, RaRaLinkup
I have never read her books or heard of Amy Carmichael - but now I'm excited too! I just learned of Corrie Ten Boom through a blog too and read The Hiding Place! What a blessing written testimonies can be : )
ReplyDeleteI love this one by Elisabeth Elliot. Her book about the year before she married Jim is excellent, too - I think its called These Strange Ashes. Thanks for hosting the giveaway! :-) ~ Cynthia
ReplyDeleteI started this book a long time ago, and really enjoyed the little bit I read, but it had to go back to the library before I could finish it. Otherwise, I have not read any of Elisabeth Elliot's books.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this giveaway!!
We recently had to read "Through Gates of Splendor" for my son's homeschool literature class. We read it as a family, and it was SUCH a challenge to me, spiritually. I have never read any of the other books that Elisabeth has written, but would love to do so! Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to win. God bless you. :)
ReplyDeleteI started reading The Shaping of a Christian Family but haven't finished it yet. Thanks for the giveaway!! :)
ReplyDeleteOH, Elisabeth Elliot has been my "book mentor" for over twenty years, and my life has been shaped by her ministry in countless ways. My favorite EE book is These Strange Ashes -- she takes her title from an Amy Carmichael poem, so I guess that ties in with your give-away! (Which is also a favorite!) Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI love books! But I really love books about women who changed the world and I am the hunt for inspiring stories to help encourage me with my daily walk. Thanks for the share.
ReplyDeleteI would love to read this book!!! Love both Elisabeth Elliott and Amy Carmichael!!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWe read the Amy Carmichael (YWAM edition) aloud as a family this past winter and so appreciated her faithful dedication to the Lord.
ReplyDeleteI have read tons by Elisabeth Elliot! I just love her writings! I loved Keep a Quiet Heart by her...and also Let me be a Woman. :D
ReplyDeleteI haven't read a book by Elisabeth Elliot. I would love to read this book with my daughter.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great book! Thank you for sponsoring a give away!
ReplyDeleteI have been so thankful to see all the posts and quotes from Elisabeth Elliot the past couple of weeks! It have been great to be reminded of her teachings on obedience and trust.
ReplyDeleteNothing of hers yet, but glad to have a new author's name to add to my list. Thanks for this opportunity.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this...what a gift Elizabeth Elliot was to this world! I haven't read this one, but some of her other works. #RaRaLinkup
ReplyDeleteI have read a number of her books. It is hard to say what book I have liked the best but I really enjoyed "Keep a Quiet Heart". Thanks so much for offering this giveaway! I have not read this one! :D
ReplyDeleteI have always been intrigued by Elisabeth Elliot, but I really know little about her. I have not read any of her books, but would like to add a few to my list.
ReplyDeleteI have not read anything by Elizabeth Elliot, but I love history, so I would love this book!
ReplyDeleteOh! there you are, my dear friend. I am so blessed when I visit your "Spirit led" site. I have a library of Amy Charmichael's books. It has led me down the same path as Elizabeth Elliott: A path only those with a yielded heart find perfect and true. Appreciate you and your yielded heart....Coming to you from Wednesday Prayer Girls. ~Your Chris~ (Oh by the way I'm favoriting your site so I don't lose you again.)
ReplyDeleteI haven't read anything by Elizabeth Elliot but I know that she was an awesome woman and I am hoping to find some of her books. Thanks for the giveaway and for sharing at Good Morning Mondays. Blessings
ReplyDeleteBelieve it or not, I've not read anything by her yet! I've got several on my shelves, though. When Jamie and I were first married and didn't have any children, I taught kindergarten at our church's Christian school. We went to a summer training where a group of college kids put on a wonderful skit about Amy Carmichael's life. Being a brand new Christian, I'd never heard of her and it was just such a great experience. I remember the girl playing Amy sang, Take My Life and Let It Be...ahhh...I got chills just typing that out.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing at the Homemaking Party. I wanted to let you know that I've started a weekend link up on my new blog, Big Family Frugal (.com) and would love to have you join me there, as well. It's up now and the new one starts every Friday.
Hope you're having a great week!
Blessings,
Sarah