By Their Blood: Christian Martyrs of the 20th Century

by James C. Hefley

Book by Hefley, James C

Genres: Religion, Christianity, History, Christian, Martyr, Nonfiction, Church History

636 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1978

About the author

James C. "Jim" Hefley is the author of more than 50 books including the popular Way Back series, of which this book is one. For many years prior to retirement, Hefley was a popular author and well-known inspirational speaker. He lives in Hannibal, Missouri, where he founded Hannibal Books in the early 1980s. In 1999 he sold the book publishing company to KLMK Communications, Inc., which is based in Garland, Texas.

Reviews

[Tyrone Harbert]

An great read for those who think the death and persecution of christians ended at Rome!

[Charlotte]

The accounts of these Christian martyrs are so encouraging! I as a Christian have nothing to fear! What can man do to me?

[Rachel Grepke]

Jump into this book and take a journey from all the corners (almost) of the earth and witness what faith in action looks like. This is basically an updated version of Foxes Book of Martyrs years ago. While you know this is a book about people laying down their lives for Jesus, many of the accounts and deaths will have you aghast. Powerful, hurtful and encouraging, this book is one to remember.

[Nicole]

This book is a good reminder that loving God and being loved by Him does not mean the absence of suffering. It also raises the question of what it means to be a martyr. Are martyrs only those who choose death over verbally denying their faith or are they those who for love of God and love of souls find death in foreign lands?

[David Hunt]

A truly stirring book, recounting the sufferings and martyrdom of many Christians throughout the 20th Century. Highly recommend.