Amazing
Grace in the Life of William Wilberforce
By John Piper
Retail: $7.99
Crossway Books
Against great obstacles William Wilberforce, an evangelical
Christian and a member of Parliament, fought for the abolition of
the African slave trade and against slavery itself until they were
both illegal in the British Empire.
Many are aware of Wilberforce’s role in bringing an end to slavery in
Great Britain, but few have taken the time to examine the beliefs and
motivations that spurred him on for decades. In this concise volume,
John Piper tells the story of how Wilberforce was transformed from an
unbelieving, young politician into a radically God-centered Christian,
and how his deep spirituality helped to change the moral outlook of a
nation.
As world leaders debate over how to deal with a host of social
justice and humanitarian crises, a closer look at Wilberforce’s life and
faith serves as an encouragement and example to all believers.
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Patti's
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I like reading books by John Piper. He writes with a pastor's
heart, yet he has a scholarly edge. This book makes for good
reading and will give you an overview of the life of William
Wilerforce, a man who worked hard to end slavery in the British
Empire.
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