The Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives

<p><strong>Join pastor and bestselling author Charles Swindoll as he explores the lives of 13 biblical hidden figures whose stories have remained in the shadows of history for long enough.</strong></p><p>Somehow life has taught us poorly. We're trained to think that the most significant people are star athletes actors and musicians--the ones we applaud those whose autographs we seek or those who have worldly fame.</p><p>But Swindoll teaches us that most often the people really worth noting are those who turn from a 'nobody' into a 'somebody' but never receive credit. <em>Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Lives </em>reminds us of a core truth: success in God's kingdom and in the church depends upon faithful people the public rarely knows.</p><p>The Old Testament contains numerous fascinating stories of forgotten lives--unsung heroes whose actions sacrifices or battles failed to ascribe them worldly applause. These great lives however reveal <em>significant</em> people whom God honors in the pages of His Word and therefore deserve our serious attention and emulation.</p><p>From the misfortunes of Esau to the bravery of Abigail each of these unlikely heroes has four unique elements in common: </p><ul><li>A selfless sense of devotion</li><li>A mission</li><li>A love of harmony</li><li>A contagious joy</li></ul><p>Join Swindoll in this eighth volume of the bestselling <em>Great Lives from God's Word</em> series as he examines little-remembered Bible characters and events helping you discover biblical principles and practical applications for living so that you can be who you already are in God's eyes--a person of true significance.</p>