| Billy: The Untold Story of a Young Billy Graham and the Test of Faith That Almost Changed Everything Contributor(s): McKay, William Paul (Author), Abraham, Ken (Author) |
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ISBN: 0785298320 ISBN-13: 9780785298328 Publisher: Thomas Nelson OUR PRICE: $13.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Religious - Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs - Biography & Autobiography | Women |
| Dewey: B |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 5.5" W x 8.4" (0.80 lbs) 274 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1900-1949 - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The remarkable true story of a young Billy Graham and his best friend who walked away from the faith. We all know howthe story ends but how did it begin? Before he became a household name, and America's Pastor, he was simply known asBilly. When he wasn't playing baseball, he was discovering his lovefor Christian ministry. His best friend, Charles Templeton, wasalready ontrack to be a highly successful evangelist and the two young men beganstrategizing on how to win the world for Christ. That plan takes adrastic turn, however, when Templeton deserts the faith and becomes anatheist. The impact of this decision on a young Billy Graham isimmeasurable and agonizing. Charles would later become the greatintellectual architect for agnosticism and atheism. Billy wouldbecome the single greatest messenger for the Christian Gospel. It isone of the great untold dramas between friends - Atheism vsChristianity, betrayal and hope. |
Contributor Bio(s): Abraham, Ken: - Ken Abraham is a New York Times best-selling author known around the world for his collaborations with high-profile public figures. A former professional musician and pastor, he is a popular guest with both secular and religious media. His books include One Soldier's Story with Bob Dole, Payne Stewart with Tracey Stewart, Falling in Love for All the Right Reasons with Dr. Neil Clark Warren, and Let's Roll! with Lisa Beamer. |