Strength and Devotion

by Linda Finlayson

Katherine von Bora escapes to freedom in a fish- monger's cart - all because she knows she must worship God as the Bible tells her to.
Fidelia Fiske and her students wait in baited breath as a terrifying mob attack the school. Teaching the children about Jesus has brought danger to her door.
Amy Carmichael helps a young woman escape her angry family under cover of darkness. Amy longs for all young Christians to be free to worship God in India.
Lillian Dickson swallowed her fears and went on a very dangerous trek up mountains and through forests in order to reach remote villages with the good news of Jesus Christ.
Deborah takes charge of an army when no one else has the courage. Jehosheba risks her life to rescue her nephew. The throne of Israel and more is saved because of her actions.
These women were all willing to take risks. They faced danger and difficulties. Some faced great hardship because of what they believed in. While reading their exciting stories you will learn about why they did what they did and who it was who helped them.

128 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2009

About the author

There is an odd notion among school children that history is boring, just full of dates and events. But in fact history is really about people and their stories. Their stories range from dramatic adventures to examples of quiet courage, from those who chose to pursue the good and those who did not. What a treasure chest for a writer to choose from, especially for children.

I write biographies and true adventure stories for children partly to entertain and partly to teach. There's nothing wrong with a fast-paced tale to keep a child focused on a book, and if they can be learning about their Christian heritage at the same time, all the better. There are many men and women in church history who can act as inspiring examples to our children, and it is my hope to make them accessible through my books.

I have enjoyed working with children in schools, churches and children's clubs, and these ministry opportunities have inspired me to bring together my love of books, children and history.