Jim Elliot
One Great Purpose

The ultimate risk in 1956 to venture into the interior of Ecuador to meet natives who have never met white people. Married with children, I don’t know if I could have done it. His faith was exceptional.......more

Jim Elliott is a hero of mine. I have read different books about him and even about his wife Elisabeth Elliott. Most books just talk about what happened on palm beach at the hands of the Auca Indians. This book talks about the time he left the United States up until his death. I also recommend the m......more

I loved reading books by these authors when I was a teenager, but I find the amount of information in the books not enough for my liking these days. I still highly recommend reading it if you cannot get your hands on any other Jim Elliot information.......more

Out-loud read with my girls. We enjoyed the story and felt inspired. Thankful for men and women who put their lives on the line to spread the gospel message. Also a beautiful reminder that God can work beauty into the darkness and evil of this world!......more

Amazing story and book that does a great job summarizing the whole Auca mission. The ending was shocking and devastating but overall a fun read that makes you think.......more