New & Noteworthy - Biography

Discover the profound impact of Sproul's life and ministry! In the first biography of this renowned author, professor, and pastor, Nichols offers an in-depth look at his childhood; formative seminary years; 57-year marriage to Vesta; friendships with key figures, including John MacArthur, J.I. Packer, John Piper, and others; and ongoing influence on American evangelicalism. 400 pages, hardcover from Crossway.

Smith Wigglesworth, Aimee Semple McPherson, Oral Roberts, Jim Cymbala, Nicky Gumbel . . . throughout history, these and many other extraordinary individuals have stepped out in faith---stirring their hearers to renewed strength and purpose. Training his journalist's eye on history, Merrill profiles the bold, often surprising stories of 50 notable Pentecostal, charismatic, and Spirit-empowered leaders. 288 pages, softcover from Chosen.

Yours, till Heaven invites you into the untold love story of Charles and Susie Spurgeon to discover how the bond between this renowned couple fueled their lifelong service to God. You'll see how they joined hands and kept their eyes on God while they faced the earthly challenges of loneliness, physical affliction, popularity, controversy, and many other trials. This is no sappy romance novel, but the real story of a couple living out their lives as witnesses for Christ. In Yours, till Heaven, the Spurgeons' marriage demonstrates how all couples can remain faithful, loving, and joyful despite the challenges that life may bring.

The Book of Job lived out in contemporary times! Risner's life began with polio and paralysis. Then came prosperity---college, a dream job, an MBA from Stanford, and marriage. But trials resurfaced: four miscarriages, her son's death, post-polio syndrome, and abandonment by her husband. Yet it's all brought her closer to Christ. Read her amazing story of faith. 256 pages, softcover from Nelson.

Most of us know the name of Charles Spurgeon, London's most famous preacher, but few know the name (or story) of his wife, Susie. Yet she is well worth knowing. In this definitive biography, Ray Rhodes introduces you to this extraordinary woman. She was beloved in her time, but now because of this notable work, Susie will be loved a whole new generation of Christians.

How did a simple, illiterate plumber become the legendary 20th-century minister---remembered not only for his fiery words but for miracles, signs, and wonders? Liardon's collection features firsthand testimonies and a fascinating biography together with Wigglesworth's own sermons, including "Cry of the Spirit," "Mean Business with God," "Praying for the Sick," "The Secret Place," and "Revival." 176 pages, softcover from Harrison House.

Whether it's her work today as a host and reporter for Fox News, her years in law school, or the time she spent competing in pageants like Miss America, Shannon Bream has spent the bulk of her adult life stumbling through high-pressure environments in which it often seems like you need to feign perfection in order to survive. But in this laugh-out-loud book of stories and inspiration, Shannon shares the moments behind the glamour and make up, in which she learned that the values and faith of her blue-collar upbringing could keep her grounded in a world where everyone wants you to be something other than what you are.