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Gladys Aylward
- The Adventure of a Lifetime (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
- Narrated by: Rebecca Gallagher
- Length: 4 hrs and 43 mins
- Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Adventurers, Explorers & Survival
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- By Will on 15-01-21
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Without formal education or a missionary organization to back her, Gladys (1902-1970) raised her own finances for the overland trip that would bring her to the country and people that God had etched so deeply on her heart...China! What follows is an amazing adventure of faith and determination. Gladys Aylward, a housemaid from England, dared to trust God in the face of dire and seemingly hopeless circumstances. Her life is one of the truly great missionary stories of our era.
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- A twisted crown of thorns!
- 13-09-19
Riveting! Inspiring!
Love the pacing and the suspense. Amazing story that I went through almost forgetting to have dinner.
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- prgbray
- 22-01-21
Just finished
I have listened to several in this series and find them outstanding bad audiobooks. This one is a classic and inspiring to love and good works. Thanks
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- Jackie O.
- 05-01-15
Good book for youth
I probably would have enjoyed this book more had I not read God's Smuggler immediately prior. I was expecting to hear the same kind of incredible testimony. This book is very good, yes!! I guess what I missed was hearing more about the prayers and seeing so clearly how God answered them. My review will only make sense if you read God's Smuggler... God clearly used Gladys! The book covers what happened but, due to the fact that the Gladys was not involved in the writing, I believe the behind-the-scenes deep relationship with Christ doesn't come through. Her life testimony is incredible! I just wish I could have known more about her prayer life. I hope this makes sense! Good book and thankful for the author for gathering as much information as possible. ... But definitely read God's Smuggler!
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- MDY
- 12-03-19
Never say anything like, just a maid!
I thought I knew a lot about missionary history, but after reading this and other Christian Heroes: Then and Now books; I feel that I know nothing. Gladys was a maid, not a theologian, Doctor or nurse.....a maid. But God doesn't care who you are and what you are doing currently. I can do all things through Christ which Strengthens me. And wow, did Gladys do so many things through Christ. Just when I think that the Benges' can't come up with another hero of God that I've never heard of....boom, they write about someone else that is so impressive. I can't believe I have never heard of Gladys Aylward, what a hero and saint of God.
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- Kathy L. Huber
- 05-07-16
A woman fully surrendered to Jesus!
A great testimony of how God uses people who follow Him and share the great news of Jesus Christ!
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- Kim Slone
- 23-06-16
exciting inspiring convicting
what an incredible life. we can never complain about anything. Could not stop listening to this book.
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- corey
- 18-01-15
Encouraged
This is one of the most encouraging christian stories I have ever heard. Every christian should hear about it.
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- MusicalMom
- 01-03-20
Outstanding
Oh that I might have that kind of love for God and the people who don’t know him yet.
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- Brandon Matheny
- 26-08-19
Incredible story!
This woman's life of faith and trust in Jesus Christ is so encouraging and inspiring!
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- Ricky Miller
- 08-03-19
An amazing story: woman lifted from dirt to honor
This is an amazing true story about Gladys Aylward who answered a longing in her humble heart to obeyed God's call to leave everything and move to 1931 China. I don't want to ruin any surprises, but do yourself a favor and listen to this spellbinding story and let it unfold before your eyes, ears, and heart!
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- Dianne
- 01-05-14
Great book-audio could be improved
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
The book itself is wonderful. There is a squeeking noise in the background throuthout the audio. It makes me not want to purchase any more from this narrator.
What other book might you compare Gladys Aylward to and why?
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Which character – as performed by Rebecca Gallagher – was your favorite?
All of them were excellent. .
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
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Any additional comments?
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- Summer
- 21-02-21
A great read!
Not literature, but a fantastic story that never leaves one bored. Gladys is a true hero and a saint.