A Cup of Cold Water: The Compassion of Nurse Edith Cavell (Chosen Daughters)
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| Rating | : | 4.13 (961 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1596380268 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 222 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-24 |
| Language | : | English |
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In 1969 she married her high school sweetheart, Anco Farenhorst, a veterinarian. . Christine began telling stories before she could write. Her father, a pastor in the Gereformeerde Kerk, accepted a call to Canada in 1958. A regular columnist for Reformed Perspective as well as a contributing writer for Christian Renewal, her firs
Caught in the turmoil of World War I, Edith finds herself surrounded by enemy spies. But now in God's timing, Edith is director of a nursing school in Belgium. "The secret password is yore," the princess whispered. As a nurse protected by the Red Cross, will Edith turn her back on the Allied soldiers who desperately need her help?The Chosen Daughters series highlights the lives of ordinary women who by God's grace accomplish extraordinary things.. Edith longed for her girlhood in England, when her secrets had been kept safe by her dog Reddie
"Very enjoyable read, especially the second half" according to Sophie Latimore. I read this to see if this would be a good book to give as a gift. I enjoyed it very much, especially the second half (which is probably the part the author had more factual information to draw from). This book is a great encouragement to serve others and stand up for what is right. Edith never compromised the truth, even when it cost her her life.. V. Goodrick said Great encouragement for girls to do right. I love this book; I only wish the publisher used KJV! Although it follows this lady through her 50's, it shows how God always has a plan for us and to follow Him.. "Five Stars" according to Mummsy. very inspiring
Edith fulfills the hope of her earthly father: 'that she would grow up to serve God in some special way.' But more important, her faith points to a heavenly Father who directs and plans lives for his glory. Just as he directed Edith Cavell's life, he will accomplish the plans concerning me!" --G. Educational, inspiring, and full of gospel encouragement, A Cup of Cold Water is destined to be a family read-aloud favorite." --Tara & Matt Kingswood, Russell, ON"A blend of artistic craft and scholarly research bring Edith Cavell to l