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Destined #2
Andrew Murray: Destined to Win
A true story of battles, blessings, betrayal, and breakthrough
Twenty-two year old Andrew Murray has just completed his first year of ministry to over 20,000 Boers beyond the borders of the Cape. With new-found confidence, he soon finds himself acting in a statesman-like capacity on behalf of both Boer and Brit. But with every victory gained, he finds himself not only showered with accolades and blessings, but also having to battle outbreaks of self and pride that he is unable to conquer.
After a heartbreaking betrayal, he realizes that he is in need of a wife—someone who is able to partner with him in the ministry. But where to find such a girl? And when found, will his bloated ego and self-focus get in the way of winning her hand?
Although told in dramatized form, this is a factual account of Andrew Murray’s life during the turbulent years of 1850 to 1856. The story is set in the wilds of Africa beyond the Orange and Vaal Rivers, then moves to England and Europe, before returning to the Cape. It is sure to appeal to lovers of Historical Fiction, South African History, and those interested in the lives of giants of the faith.
LEARN of the battles fought and lost against the Basuto chief Moshesh.
OBSERVE the brinkmanship at the Sand River Convention, where independence was granted to the Transvaal.
FOLLOW Andrew Murray to England, where he preaches at Surrey Chapel.
SAIL down the Rhine with him on his way to meet Professor Beck, who introduces him to the works of the early Christian Fathers.
ACCOMPANY him to the Herschel Estate in Cape Town, where he courts the girl of his dreams.
Twenty-two year old Andrew Murray has just completed his first year of ministry to over 20,000 Boers beyond the borders of the Cape. With new-found confidence, he soon finds himself acting in a statesman-like capacity on behalf of both Boer and Brit. But with every victory gained, he finds himself not only showered with accolades and blessings, but also having to battle outbreaks of self and pride that he is unable to conquer.
After a heartbreaking betrayal, he realizes that he is in need of a wife—someone who is able to partner with him in the ministry. But where to find such a girl? And when found, will his bloated ego and self-focus get in the way of winning her hand?
Although told in dramatized form, this is a factual account of Andrew Murray’s life during the turbulent years of 1850 to 1856. The story is set in the wilds of Africa beyond the Orange and Vaal Rivers, then moves to England and Europe, before returning to the Cape. It is sure to appeal to lovers of Historical Fiction, South African History, and those interested in the lives of giants of the faith.
LEARN of the battles fought and lost against the Basuto chief Moshesh.
OBSERVE the brinkmanship at the Sand River Convention, where independence was granted to the Transvaal.
FOLLOW Andrew Murray to England, where he preaches at Surrey Chapel.
SAIL down the Rhine with him on his way to meet Professor Beck, who introduces him to the works of the early Christian Fathers.
ACCOMPANY him to the Herschel Estate in Cape Town, where he courts the girl of his dreams.
374 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 12, 2016
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About the author
Olea Nel
11 books9 followers Olea Nel was born in Cape Town, South Africa. After completing her training as a teacher in Andrew Murray's heartland of Wellington, she relocated to Australia to further her studies.
Besides attaining a Ph.D. in Linguistics, she also has qualifications in Information Studies and Theology. She has taught at several tertiary institutions in Australia.
As an active Christian and a pastor’s wife, she is often called upon to speak at women’s groups.
Having recently retired from her secular position as a senior librarian at the National Library of Australia, she is now able to pursue her passion for research, especially within the fields of church history and biography. Her aim is to serve God by sharing her findings with other Christians. She is presently writing the first novel in a trilogy on the life of Andrew Murray.
Besides attaining a Ph.D. in Linguistics, she also has qualifications in Information Studies and Theology. She has taught at several tertiary institutions in Australia.
As an active Christian and a pastor’s wife, she is often called upon to speak at women’s groups.
Having recently retired from her secular position as a senior librarian at the National Library of Australia, she is now able to pursue her passion for research, especially within the fields of church history and biography. Her aim is to serve God by sharing her findings with other Christians. She is presently writing the first novel in a trilogy on the life of Andrew Murray.
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September 29, 2016
This is the first book I have read by this Author and I would strongly recommend it if you like to know some of the history between the Boers, the British and the church at this time between 1850 to 1856.This is one man’s struggle to understand what is going on around him,I was very interested by the life of Andrew Murray as a Christian minister in South Africa at that time. I was gifted a copy for an honest review.
January 21, 2016
As I read the opening paragraphs of the Prologue my interest is spiked as I enter the world of Andrew Murray through the eyes of Johan. Each sentence is full of information, crafted with emotion that is taking me to the place of walking up the drive and seeing Dr Murray’s house for the first time – I can’t wait to get inside and meet the real man. The Author Olea Nel is generous with her knowledge, giving maps of South Africa and photographs via her website to give a well rounded understanding his life’s story.
The interview with Dr Murray comes alive and I felt I was there alongside Johan as he stepped into Dr Murray’s memoirs. I love this clever writing as it makes this piece of history comes alive and there is a glimpse into the world of a Pastor in the mid 1800s. Very little has changed when trying to move forward in God’s direction, against alternative advice by family members, but each time it is about submitting to the Lord. Alongside this the story explains some of the political atmosphere surrounding Dr Murray’s mission field.
The reader journeys with Dr Murray to South Africa, understanding more about the Boers than contained in the history books. I loved the chapters where the human story unfolds; Dr Murray’s sharing his conflicting emotions as he relates his disappointment of losing the closeness of a sister and housekeeper as she marries another colleague. He is humbled (eventually) and learning great lessons in life, of turning to Christ with petitions, in faith, for personal relationships.
We journey on with Dr Murray as he arrives in London and preaches in Surrey Chapel and meets his future wife Emma Rutherfoord. Later both would meet again in South Africa. Amongst plans for Grey College, planning sermons and Synod meetings he had learn the art of communicating with those he loved. I felt both his love and miscommunications in his blunders to propose to Emma. A great orator but when it came to close 1-2-1 he (like so many of us) struggled from going beyond his own needs and think of another’s. In this case it was German poetry!
Take a step back 136 years into lessons from the 1880s, a beautiful reminder of a time once lived, yet Olea Nel helps to resonate this learning, history and knowledge with today’s reader in 2016.
More downloads and facts from the author, Olea Nel, at the website www.onandrewmurray.com
The interview with Dr Murray comes alive and I felt I was there alongside Johan as he stepped into Dr Murray’s memoirs. I love this clever writing as it makes this piece of history comes alive and there is a glimpse into the world of a Pastor in the mid 1800s. Very little has changed when trying to move forward in God’s direction, against alternative advice by family members, but each time it is about submitting to the Lord. Alongside this the story explains some of the political atmosphere surrounding Dr Murray’s mission field.
The reader journeys with Dr Murray to South Africa, understanding more about the Boers than contained in the history books. I loved the chapters where the human story unfolds; Dr Murray’s sharing his conflicting emotions as he relates his disappointment of losing the closeness of a sister and housekeeper as she marries another colleague. He is humbled (eventually) and learning great lessons in life, of turning to Christ with petitions, in faith, for personal relationships.
We journey on with Dr Murray as he arrives in London and preaches in Surrey Chapel and meets his future wife Emma Rutherfoord. Later both would meet again in South Africa. Amongst plans for Grey College, planning sermons and Synod meetings he had learn the art of communicating with those he loved. I felt both his love and miscommunications in his blunders to propose to Emma. A great orator but when it came to close 1-2-1 he (like so many of us) struggled from going beyond his own needs and think of another’s. In this case it was German poetry!
Take a step back 136 years into lessons from the 1880s, a beautiful reminder of a time once lived, yet Olea Nel helps to resonate this learning, history and knowledge with today’s reader in 2016.
More downloads and facts from the author, Olea Nel, at the website www.onandrewmurray.com
August 20, 2016
Andrew Murray: Destined to win By Olea Nel
This was a good book! I am going to have to get the first book to see how Mr. Murray's life started out. The author does a great job taking his notes and creating a story out of them. Very enjoyable to read and flows well. If you are looking for something that has a good pace and religious in nature, please give this book a try! I don't think you will be disappointed!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a good book! I am going to have to get the first book to see how Mr. Murray's life started out. The author does a great job taking his notes and creating a story out of them. Very enjoyable to read and flows well. If you are looking for something that has a good pace and religious in nature, please give this book a try! I don't think you will be disappointed!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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