China's Christian Martyrs by Paul Hattaway

by Paul Hattaway

This vivid account describes the lives and deaths of over one thousand Christians who were martyred in China from 700-2004 AD. An inspirational read with 198 pictures and illustrations, China's Christian Martyrs not only retells the facts of their lives, but identifies the heart of each person's love for the Lord Jesus. To help the reader understand what was happening in China at the time, the book is laid out in chronological order and includes many final letters and statements made before death, as well as the historical context and incidents leading to these martyrdoms. This moving read will motivate readers today to have a closer walk with and a deeper commitment to Christ. "God's time is now, and China is experiencing a rich harvest that has grown out of the ground, watered by the tears and blood of these martyrs." --From the Foreword by Brother Yun

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

Paperback

First published February 16, 2007

Reviews

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very moving book. The stories of these martyrs collected together makes difficult reading. I stopped for a while at about page 200 for sometime.
But I wanted to know about the history of Christianity in China in recent history, so began again a few days ago. At this stage, the book was very difficult to put down.
It breaks your heart...as it should. And you want to know why this is still happening.
And perhaps, just telling others about this persecution is the best thing to do.
And praying.
"Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body." Hebrews 13:3

[Tr Sandersfeld · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very sobering and enlightening read of the plight of many Christians in China and the witness they provide to the world and for the Gospel.

[R.J. Kottke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well documented and researched book. Although there's a lot of information, it is very easy to read.

[Dianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emotionally draining, but an important work recording the many thousands of Christians, both foreign to China and Chinese, who were brutally martyred for the gospel across all provinces.
Paul Hattaway has carried out in depth research to show how Christians loved the Chinese people enough to give their lives in persecution. They loved their lives not and suffered. Of whom the world is not worthy. Their love of Christ was greater than their own lives.
This book took me a lot longer to read than normal. The stories recorded by witnesses are harrowing at times. But I felt it important to read on and give thanks to God for each one who paid the ultimate price