Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Heroes of the Faith


Some 250 years ago William Wilberforce was born(August 24,1759-died July 29 1833) . His story is one that everyone should be familiar with. It is a tale full of perseverance and trust in God . His battle to stop the sickening slave trade is one of epic victory. One man against a system that held onto this horror . The movie Amazing Grace is an excellent introduction . Plus check into Pastor John Piper's brief book called Amazing Grace in the Life of William Wilberforce.It is a quick read full of some excellent insights concerning this extraordinary man. So check out this hero of the faith and read how the gospel of Christ worked itself out in this devout God fearing man .

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