A celebration of over forty men and women whose Christian faith changed the world!
Kids need Christian role models to look up to, and there’s no better place to find them than in the history of the church. This four-book collector's set from Master Books brings Christian history to life through forty inspiring biographies—ten (or more) in each volume. From the earliest defenders of the faith to missionaries and hymnwriters who carried the gospel across generations, readers will meet men and women whose courage, conviction, and devotion shaped the Church and advanced God's Kingdom.
Each story offers engaging storytelling, historical context, and timeless lessons that strengthen faith and character. Perfect for grades 7 and up—or for anyone who loves stories of faith that still inspire today.
This boxed set includes all four Legends of Faith volumes:
Book 1: Early Church Fathers (152 pages)
Book 2: Famous Preachers and Evangelists (176 pages)
Book 3: Missionaries for Christ (192 pages)
Book 4: Famous Hymnwriters (208 pages)
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, spiritual encouragement, or wholesome reading material for grades 7 and up, this biographical series provides a rich blend of faith, history, and character-building.
Paperback
*All Books are sized 8.5" x 5.5"
ISBN- 9781683444473
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Book 1—A sample of just some of the names found in this book
John Wycliffe – the Morning Star of the Reformation
Martin Luther – a reformer who challenged the status quo with Scripture
John Knox – Scotland’s fiery preacher of truth
William Tyndale – the translator who gave the Bible to the English-speaking world
Book 2—A sample of just some of the names found in this book
George Müller – Man of prayer and faith who founded orphanages in Bristol, England, caring for over 10,000 orphans and relying solely on prayer for provision.
Charles Spurgeon – The Prince of Preachers, pastor of London’s Metropolitan Tabernacle, whose sermons reached millions and whose writings continue to inspire Christians worldwide.
William Booth – Founder and General of The Salvation Army, who ministered to the poor and suffering in London and built a global movement of Christian charity.
Dwight L. Moody – The greatest evangelist of the 19th century, founder of the Moody Bible Institute, whose preaching led over a million people to Christ in America and abroad.
Book 3—A sample of just some of the names found in this book
Hudson Taylor – founder of China Inland Mission, who labored years before seeing his first convert
Amy Carmichael – missionary to India who rescued children and taught the truth of God’s love
Gladys Aylward – a courageous woman of faith who defied the odds to serve in China
Eric Liddell – Olympic gold medalist turned missionary, who gave his life serving others in China
Book 4—A sample of just some of the names found in this book
Isaac Watts – author of Come We That Love the Lord and the father of English hymn writing
Charles Wesley – writer of more than 6,000 hymns including Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
John Newton – former slave trader turned pastor who penned Amazing Grace
William Cowper – writer of There Is a Fountain, whose poetry reflected deep faith through suffering
Fanny Crosby – blind from infancy, yet wrote over 8,000 hymns praising her Savior
Step into the past and explore the lives of remarkable Christians who made a lasting impact for Christ. The Legends of Faith series by beloved homeschool author Marilyn Boyer brings history to life through ten powerful biographies in each volume—strengthening your student’s faith and deepening their understanding of Christian history.
Recommended for middle and high school students (grades 7+), each volume features engaging storytelling and illustrations, rich historical context, easy-to-understand glossary words, and timeless truths.
Note: Each biography is approximately fifteen pages long, making them perfect for independent reading or read-aloud sessions. Each book in the series can be read in any order and used flexibly for personal enjoyment or as part of a Bible, history or language arts curriculum.