God's Joyful Runner

by Russell W. Ramsey

Far beyond "Chariots of Fire," the story of Christian runner, Eric Liddell, offers a profoundly touching portrayal of this great Christian’s life. He wasn’t martyred for his faith, but he certainly poured out his life for the people he served. He simply spoke about Jesus in a quiet, confident manner. This is his story.

Genres: Biography, Christian

193 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1987

Reviews

[Angel Giacomo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book

[Bob · Rating 5 out of 5]

A inspiring true story of courage from an olympic gold medalist and how he used his talent in running as a living testimony of his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Later on, he served as a missionary in China mentoring hundreds in internment camps after the Japanese invasion. Typical of Eric, he had sent his wife and family back home prior to the Japanese invasion and that would be the last he would ever see them this side of heaven. A generation of adults who were kids in the internment camps still talk about how this man mentored them and served as a father figure. A true legacy that is passed on to their children and the Christian community forever.

[Светлана · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eric Liddell not only overcame obstacles at the 1924 Olympics; he served the people of China dauntlessly in the 1930s and on into World War II, giving up any shot at an Olympic return. He died in an internment camp at the age of 43, but with more to show for his life than any gold medal could offer: lives changed for God. He took the same physical determination and sense of duty to the mission field, and bore it without complaint, cheerful yet self-effacing, devout but without defense or pretense.

[Jon Newswanger · Rating 4 out of 5]

When you're disappointed by one seemingly inspirational track star, take the time to read about one who ran to win "a crown that will last forever."