Writings of Great Christians

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John Huss, a notable figure among Christian martyrs, was burned at the stake by the Catholic Church in 1415. During his imprisonment, he penned a series of letters to both his loyal friends and some who were less faithful. These letters were later translated into Old English in a work titled "The Letters of John Hus" by Herbert Workman and Martin Pope, published in London in 1904. This edition serves as a re-edited version of the original 1904 book, now translated into 21st Century American English. It is a large-print, workbook-sized, softcover book that appeals to readers interested in the writings of influential Christian figures, much like John Bunyan and John Wesley.

Edited into modern English from the 1926 John C. Winston Company edition of Fox's Book of Martyrs, this work highlights the experiences of Christian martyrs throughout history. The beginnings of this book were first published in 1563 by John Fox, who aimed to document the specifics of the persecutions faced by Christians, starting with the Romans and extending to the Catholic Church's Inquisition. After Fox's death, additional names and situations were included, up until the 1800s. While some critics condemn the book for including entries beyond what John Fox originally wrote, particularly for adding a few Catholic priests to the list, it remains a vital resource. John Bunyan, John Huss, and John Wesley are among the figures whose stories contribute to its depth. Although some dispute its content, there is ample, vigorous condemnation of the Catholic religion throughout, making this large print Christian book a valuable read for those seeking historical perspective.

Discover 13 Discourses by John Wesley on Jesus's Sermon on the Mount, now edited into 21st Century American English for easy reading. This edition features large print, specifically in 16 point size, allowing you to read without your glasses! John Wesley (1703-1791), an influential Anglican priest and theologian, was pivotal in the Methodist movement alongside his brother Charles. Their methodical approach to study and devotion not only revitalized the Church of England but also laid the foundation for the Methodist Church. Like other notable Christian martyrs such as John Bunyan and John Huss, Wesley's contributions continue to inspire generations of believers.

Grace Abounding To the Chief of Sinners: John Bunyan, (1628-1688), was an extraordinary specimen of Christian faith and is often celebrated alongside other Christian martyrs such as John Huss and John Wesley. He was dragged, as it were, from the darkness of atheism nearly kicking and screaming, spurred on primarily by his great fear of being lost to the eternal fires of hell. As he recounts in this writing, he spent years in a great struggle to believe that God could love and accept him, as he considered himself the chief of sinners, wondering if perhaps he had already committed the unpardonable sin. He set out on a journey of the soul to prove within Scripture that God was truly the Savior he claimed to be, finding God’s word questionable until the Holy Spirit arrived to continuously affirm within his heart what he was reading and what he hoped it meant for his own sinful condition. Bunyan’s manner of processing his spiritual learnings is what made his book, Pilgrim’s Progress, possible, as it truly depicts how his mind viewed the Christian’s journey to the kingdom of God. His mind condensed the years of his struggles into small vignettes that were more easily understood. In this book, Bunyan tells of his sinful youth and how one severe rebuke by a town woman set him on his Christian journey. He narrates his twelve years in prison for teaching God’s word within group home settings, for which he was arrested for preaching without a license. Although he may have been released if he committed before the court to end his private teaching of God’s word, he chose rather to remain in prison than give up God’s call on his life. A friend, after Bunyan’s death, concluded his autobiography by telling of Bunyan’s passing and commending his service to God, which remains a testament found in large print Christian books today.

John Bunyan’s allegorical Christian novel, arguably the most influential Christian allegory ever written, was first published in 1678, with the second part appearing in 1684. This large print Christian book, presented in a 16 point format, maintains the Old English style, featuring light editing and new formatting by Pamela Ayn Austen. 

Presented as a dream sequence, it uses allegorical characters (e.g., Faithful, Hopeful, Giant Despair) and places (e.g., Slough of Despond, Vanity Fair) to represent spiritual, moral, and psychological struggles. The narrative explores the Christian life as a 'pilgrimage,' highlighting the necessity of faith, the burden of sin, and the pursuit of holiness, themes that resonate with the stories of Christian martyrs throughout history. 

The book consists of two parts: the journey of Christian (Part I) and the journey of his wife, Christiana, and their children (Part II). This work is one of the most widely read, translated, and published books in English, second only to the Bible, and remains a vital text often studied by followers of figures like John Huss and John Wesley.

This large volume contains 115 of Martin Luther's sermons, translated into 21st Century American English from the 1905 J.N. Lenker translation. Filled to the brim with Luther's insights, it serves as an important resource for understanding his impact on Christianity, alongside the legacies of Christian martyrs like John Huss and John Bunyan. 

Martin Luther (1483–1546) was a German theologian, monk, and professor who initiated the 16th-century Protestant Reformation. By challenging the Roman Catholic Church’s sale of indulgences with his 95 Thesis in 1517, he sparked a movement emphasizing salvation through faith alone (sola fide) and the Bible as the supreme authority. His criticisms of church corruption led to a massive split in Western Christianity, creating the foundations of Protestantism and influencing future figures such as John Wesley. 

Luther argued that Christians are saved by faith rather than deeds and advocated for the "priesthood of all believers." During his exile at Wartburg Castle, he translated the New Testament into German, making the scriptures accessible to common people. His theology formed the basis for the Lutheran Church and remains significant in the realm of large print Christian books.