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Thus the Waldenses witnessed for God centuries before the birth of Luther. Scattered over many lands, they planted the seeds of the Reformation that began in the time of Wycliffe, grew broad and deep in the days of Luther, and is to be carried forward to the close of time by those who also are willing to suffer all things for “the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.” Revelation 1:9. (page 78)

Jesus died as a sacrifice for man because the fallen race can do nothing to recommend themselves to God. (page 73)

Men have been unwearied in their efforts to obscure the plain, simple meaning of the Scriptures,…but like the ark upon the billowy deep, the word of God outrides the storms that threaten it with destruction. As the mine has rich veins of gold and silver hidden beneath the surface,…so the Holy Scriptures have treasures of truth that are revealed only to the earnest, humble, prayerful seeker. (page 69)

Reading about Zwingli. Powerful reformer with humble beginnings. Praise God for his discerning father.

The first time I enjoyed this book I listened to it. Reading it with my eyes is even better and I can really STUDY the story.