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Bonhoeffer (Abridged): Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy tells the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer - his faith, courage, and impact. This abridged version was the perfect way for me to gain insight into Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Having read just a bit of Bonhoeffer’s work I was intrigued and this provided a detailed account of his family, early life, vocation, and commitment to the will of God.
Eric Metaxas writes beautifully and includes original sources and letters from, to, and about Bonhoeffer. I learned a lot and enjoyed the process. It was very moving and never dry.
This is an inspiring account of a man loved by so many who courageously and faithfully served people and God. It’s also a historical account of evil and the fight against evil. I highly recommend this book - especially the abridged which was doable for me. I really enjoy people’s stories and this is a great one.
Amazing testimony & very compelling read! Definitely challenges you to live with the tenacity of faith Bonhoeffer exhibited in his life (and death).
“We are not to simply bandage the wounds of victims beneath the wheels of injustice, we are to drive a spoke into the wheel itself.”
“We are not to simply bandage the wounds of victims beneath the wheels of injustice, we are to drive a spoke into the wheel itself.”
While very informative, I found this book to read more like a school text book than a story. Explains why I DNF'd it when I tried to read the full book - I was able to get through the abridged edition on audiobook, and I'm happy to have learned the highlights of this amazing man's life and death.