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Dramatized in the major motion picture Amazing Grace, the story of William Wilberforce is the remarkable account of how one man’s vision, courage, and relentless pursuit of justice brought freedom to thousands and changed the course of history. “That the greatest and most successful reformer in all history is almost unknown today is a crying shame. Kevin Belmonte puts this right with his inspiring study of an inspiring life.” —Dr. Os Guinness, author of Unspeakable: Facing Up to the Challenge of Evil “An excellently researched and insightfully written biography … I applaud its sound scholarship and commend its perceptive insights into a great life.” —Brian Sibley, author of C. S. Lewis: Through the Shadowlands William Wilberforce: A Hero for Humanity is the definitive biography of the English statesman who overcame incredible odds to bring about the end of slavery and slave trade. Called "the wittiest man in England" by philosopher and novelist Madame de Stael, praised by Abraham Lincoln, and renowned for his oratorical genius, Wilberforce worked tirelessly to accomplish his goal. Whether you are an avid student of history, a pupil of prominent leaders of the past, or simply someone who reads for pleasure, you will love award-winning biographer Kevin Belmonte’s vivid account of the life of William Wilberforce.

Experience the soul of American history through The Faith of Our Nation: 250 Prayers for America. This remarkable collection intertwines faith, patriotism, and timeless wisdom, offering a powerful reminder of how prayer has shaped our nation's identity. Perfectly timed to honor America's upcoming 250 anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence, this book is not just a celebration of history, but an invitation for individual and national revival.Beautifully designed, each of the 250 prayers is matched with Scripture and captivating stories about the spiritual convictions of Founding Fathers like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Benjamin Franklin. These are moments of history made personal, blending inspiration from historic events with the enduring power of prayer as a tool for resilience and unity.Deepen Your Faith with 250 curated prayers rooted in Scripture, helping you connect with God while reflecting on America's spiritual heritage.Walk Through History with gripping vignettes about pivotal moments where faith shaped our leaders' courage and decisions, including Washington’s iconic Prayer at Valley Forge and Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address.Be Inspired Daily with reflective texts and quotes from historical figures, drawing parallels between past challenges and today's need for a unifying, faith-led vision.Gain Insight from the foundational documents given to us with special pages for the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and the U.S. Constitution.Ignite Patriotism as you discover how foundational biblical values have influenced our Constitution and guided our collective pursuit of liberty and justice.Build a Legacy of Prayer for your family and community, continuing the tradition that has held our nation together for centuries.Compile and Preserve your family’s history, so you can treasure and share this book with generations for years to come.This inspirational tapestry of faith and history is more than a book; it's a call to prayer, a celebration of heritage, and a guide for moving forward as a unified people under God. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a faith seeker, or someone longing to reignite a connection with America's spiritual roots, The Faith of Our Nation will leave you empowered and hopeful.Return to the foundation of faith that our country was built upon and see how prayer can transform not only your life but the future of our nation.

A towering figure of his era, Chesterton's exceptional intellect and deep faith allowed him to explore history, politics, economics, philosophy, theology, and the art of storytelling with unparalleled depth and wit. His classics, Heretics, Orthodoxy, and The Everlasting Man, are not just milestones in Christian thought but works that profoundly influenced thinkers like C. S. Lewis, shaping their spiritual journeys.For modern readers hungry to experience Chesterton's enduring insights, G. K. Chesterton on Life by Kevin Belmonte uncovers a treasure trove of his most potent reflections. Organized alphabetically by topic, this collection makes Chesterton's timeless truths accessible, accompanied by full original source documentation for deeper exploration.What makes this collection special?Chesterton's Witty and Wise Sayings: A handpicked selection of quotations that inspire, provoke thought, and elicit smiles with every read.Poster-Style Pages: Popular quotes presented as stunning page breaks create a collector's edition vibe, elevating the reading experience.A Meaningful Gift: Perfect for literary enthusiasts, deep thinkers, and quote collectors, this book is an ideal gift for special occasions like Christmas, birthdays, or graduations.Chesterton's words are an invitation to reflect on life's greater purpose and to delight in the beauty of wisdom and humor intertwined. Whether seeking spiritual nourishment or intellectual stimulation, this collection offers a beacon of light for anyone who yearns for truth wrapped in grace.

Fascinating insight into life and faith of 18th century best–selling author, educationalist and abolitionist There has never been anyone quite like Hannah More… Her books were kept in the homes of presidents, and peers of the realm. They were a best–selling phenomenon, and she “the most successful British author of the romantic period,”—more successful, financially, than Sir Walter Scott, and more than Jane Austen. A gifted poet and playwright Hannah More was, by her early 30s, the toast of literary London. Samuel Johnson collaborated with her in writing verse, and David Garrick, one of the greatest Shakespearian actors in theatre history, was her mentor and devoted patron. Hannah, as a member of the Bluestocking circle of the late 1700s, was a pioneering artist and celebrity. Throughout the English–speaking world, she became a household name. In later years, after her passing in 1833, her legacy lived on. C.S. Lewis knew her story, and wrote about it—her good works, born of faith. As a philanthropist and reformer, she was a cherished colleague of William Wilberforce. Their friendship, and endeavours, were famous in their own right. Together, they were abolitionists, and together (with Wilberforce’s backing) Hannah More and her sisters created nine schools, where there were none, and educated 1,000 poor students a year, for decades. Her own charities were legion, and supported by her great royalties as a writer. Yet there were broken moments in her life. She overcame tragedy, and debilitating pain. She knew what loss and failure were—and she learned the ways of grace, amid it all. And so, in a word… Hannah More is one of the most fascinating figures in the pages of history: and her faith was a benison for the time in which she lived. Her life was illumined by the sacred flame of Christian belief. It inspired books that speak to us now, with power and eloquence—charting the reasons for hope—lending timeless words it is our privilege to know, and return to. To purchase this book is to discover why.

Defiant Joy is a powerful narrative of Chesterton’s life through his literary accomplishments.Amid currents of modernity that sought to displace the Christian faith, Chesterton challenged thought leaders of his day with civility, erudition, and wit, contending that faith is the central piece of our humanity. C. S. Lewis credits The Everlasting Man for his Christian vision, while Heretics and Orthodoxy are still considered pillars of Christian thought.But Chesterton wasn’t just an apologist. He wrote literary criticisms of Dickens and Chaucer still revered as seminal works. He wrote long-form epic poetry, widely-published articles, and lectured on art, politics, and history. Defiant Joy reveals a larger-than-life thinker and cultural giant—showing his utmost relevance for us today, and how a vibrant Christian witness can display the merits, joy, and sanity of a faith many wish to discredit.

G. K. Chesterton was a literary giant of his age. With anexceptional intellect, he wrote about history, politics, economics, philosophy,social and literary criticism, and theology. He published essays, novels, biographies,short stories, and poetry, and the Christian classics Heretics, Orthodoxy, and The Everlasting Man, which C. S. Lewiscredits as instrumental in his conversion to Christianity.With much of his finest material out of print or hard to find,modern readers have long needed a standard collection of his best thoughts. KevinBelmonte’s The Quotable Chesterton bringsthem to you arranged alphabetically by topic, with complete original sourcedocumentation.There are entries from Adventure to Cheese, Politics toÉmile Zola, interspersed with essays about Chesterton’s life and times.Hundreds of passages drawn from Chesterton’s fiction, poetry, essays, and otherbooks showcase a man the New York Timeshailed as a “brilliant English essayist” and George Bernard Shaw called a“colossal genius.”Endorsements:“There isn’t a writer who gets me pacing and smiling andthinking like G.K. Chesterton. His every paradigm shift is an adjustment to my mentalcompass, and so a gift.” —DONALD MILLER, author of the New York Times bestsellers AMillion Miles in a Thousand Years and BlueLike Jazz“Over the years, I have delivered thousands of lectures,speeches, talks, and sermons; I have written hundreds of articles, essays,books, and reviews; it is an exceedingly rare occasion when any of them shouldfail to contain the words ‘Chesterton once said.’ Kevin Belmonte here revealsthat fountain of wit, wisdom, and wonder, G.K. Chesterton, in all hisirresistibly, irrepressibly, quotable splendor.”—GEORGE GRANT, Pastor, ParishPresbyterian Church, and Chancellor, New College Franklin

If we sat down with Chesterton in a tavern today, he would say very much the same things he said one hundred years ago.At a time when intellectuals and politicians were all telling the world that science had advanced us beyond Christianity, an enormously fat man in a cape with a walking stick laughed at them and refuted them with brilliant prose and witty one-liners.Chesterton's Tavern imagines what Chesterton would talk about if he were at ease in an English pub (which in fact is something he did enjoy doing). Kevin Belmonte shows that Chesterton's insights are as true today as they were then. Chesterton was equally comfortable talking about fiction, myths, fairy tales, history, science, politics, and theology, because he saw them all as part of the strange world God had given us.In Christ, everything holds together, and so we should not be surprised at the strangeness of the world or the strangeness of the Christian faith. So sit back and let Chesterton regale you with his wisdom. You will come away wiser.

The defining trait of the story that began with Robert Fulton is not just the creation of a good company in 1969 that has since become highly successful. What sets this story apart is his lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ and how honoring God was central to all his decisions. From the start, it called for a different kind of company culture-rooted in his faith-based principles that looked to the inherent value of each person and developing their God-given potential. That has become a hallmark of Web Industries in the fifty years of its existence. Robert Fulton shaped his company's culture believing that relationships are the very essence of life. He implemented an employee stock ownership plan because he believed the people who worked alongside him to build the company's value should share in that value. These employee-owners are at the heart of why this company has won a place of great influence and respect in the corporate world.

The defining trait of the story that began with Robert Fulton is not just the creation of a good company in 1969 that has since become highly successful. What sets this story apart is his lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ and how honoring God was central to all his decisions. From the start, it called for a different kind of company culture-rooted in his faith-based principles that looked to the inherent value of each person and developing their God-given potential. That has become a hallmark of Web Industries in the fifty years of its existence. Robert Fulton shaped his company's culture believing that relationships are the very essence of life. He implemented an employee stock ownership plan because he believed the people who worked alongside him to build the company's value should share in that value. These employee-owners are at the heart of why this company has won a place of great influence and respect in the corporate world.