AMERICAN HERITAGE NEW TESTAMENT
By Across Ministries

Scattered throughout this American Heritage New Testament (NIrV) edition are numerous cartoons, puzzles, and graphs. These illustrate some of the stories and teachings.

Another feature includes over sixty accounts of men and women, and several organizations and events, that have influenced America more than most people realize. You will find several of our nation's founding documents and the lyrics to some of our beloved American songs. Sprinkled through the pages are brief articles that can help you become stronger in your faith.

The American Heritage New Testament features stories of people who helped spread biblical values, however, we want to make it very clear that these additional features are NOT on the same level as the Bible itself. Inclusion here in no way implies that they are equal to God's Word.

This book is a tool to change people, give new life, and help build strong, godly character. Maybe it will be the best thing that ever happened to you too. That is our prayer.

Pages: 432 (paperback)

Some of the people included in the sidebars:

Pocahontas: A Native American woman from the Powhatan tribe who played a key role in mediating between her people and English settlers in Jamestown, later converting to Christianity and marrying John Rolfe.

Roger Williams: A Puritan minister who founded the colony of Rhode Island in 1636 as a haven for religious freedom after being banished from Massachusetts for his separatist views.

William Penn: A Quaker leader who founded the Province of Pennsylvania in 1681 as a refuge for religious tolerance, establishing fair treaties with Native Americans and promoting democratic principles.

John Wesley: An English cleric who founded Methodism in the 18th century, emphasizing personal faith, social justice, and revival preaching that sparked the Methodist movement.

David Brainerd: An 18th-century Presbyterian missionary who dedicated his life to evangelizing Native Americans in the American colonies, despite severe health issues, inspiring future missionaries through his diary.

Abigail Adams: The wife of President John Adams and mother of John Quincy Adams, known for her influential letters advocating women's rights, education, and abolition during the American Revolution.

George Washington: The first President of the United States and commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, revered as the "Father of His Country" for his leadership in founding the nation.

John Hancock: A prominent Patriot and merchant who served as President of the Continental Congress and was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence with his famously large signature.

Second Great Awakening: A religious revival movement in the early 19th-century United States that emphasized personal piety, evangelism, and social reforms like abolition and temperance.

Henry Opukahaia: A Hawaiian orphan who converted to Christianity in the early 1800s, studied in New England, and inspired the first American missionary efforts to Hawaii through his memoirs.

Sojourner Truth: A former enslaved woman who became a prominent abolitionist and women's rights activist in the 19th century, famous for her "Ain't I a Woman?" speech advocating equality.

Susan B. Anthony: A leading figure in the women's suffrage movement who co-founded the National Woman Suffrage Association and campaigned tirelessly for women's right to vote in the 19th century.

Frederick Douglass: An escaped enslaved man who became a renowned orator, abolitionist, and statesman, authoring influential autobiographies and advocating for civil rights during and after the Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln: The 16th President of the United States who led the nation through the Civil War, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and worked to preserve the Union and end slavery.

Clara Barton: A pioneering nurse who founded the American Red Cross in 1881, providing aid during the Civil War and natural disasters while advocating for humanitarian efforts.

D.L. Moody: Dwight Lyman Moody, a 19th-century American evangelist who founded the Moody Bible Institute and conducted massive revival meetings, influencing modern evangelism.

William & Catherine Booth: The British couple who founded the Salvation Army in 1865, focusing on social welfare, evangelism, and aiding the poor through military-structured Christian outreach.

Queen Kapiolani: The consort of King Kalākaua of Hawaii in the late 19th century, known for her philanthropy, promotion of Hawaiian culture, and efforts in women's health and education.

Basketball and Jesus: Refers to James Naismith, a Christian educator who invented basketball in 1891 as a way to promote physical fitness and moral values among young men at a YMCA.

Toyohiko Kagawa: A Japanese Christian pacifist, social reformer, and evangelist in the early 20th century who worked on poverty alleviation, labor rights, and peace initiatives.

JC Penny: James Cash Penney, an American businessman who founded the J.C. Penney department store chain in 1902, guided by Christian principles of fair dealing and employee welfare.

Peter Marshall: A Scottish-American Presbyterian minister who served as Chaplain of the United States Senate from 1947 to 1949, known for his inspiring prayers and sermons.

Norman Rockwell: An American painter and illustrator famous for his 20th-century depictions of everyday American life in covers for The Saturday Evening Post, capturing cultural nostalgia and values.

Hank Aaron: Henry "Hank" Aaron, a legendary baseball player who broke Babe Ruth's home run record in 1974 while facing racial adversity, later becoming a philanthropist and executive.

Mary Kay Ash: An American entrepreneur who founded Mary Kay Cosmetics in 1963, empowering women through direct sales and motivational leadership based on her Christian faith.

Fred Rogers: The creator and host of the children's TV show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" from 1968 to 2001, promoting kindness, emotional intelligence, and self-worth through gentle education.

John & Elizabeth Sherrill: A husband-and-wife writing team known for co-authoring Christian bestsellers like The Cross and the Switchblade, God's Smuggler, focusing on true stories of faith.

Chuck Girard: An American musician and pioneer of contemporary Christian music, founding the band Love Song in the 1970s and contributing to the Jesus Movement.

Loren Cunningham: The founder of Youth With A Mission (YWAM) in 1960, a global Christian missionary organization emphasizing youth involvement in evangelism and mercy ministries.

George Verwer: The founder of Operation Mobilisation in 1957, an international Christian missions organization focused on evangelism, church planting, and humanitarian aid.

Bill Bright: The founder of Campus Crusade for Christ (now Cru) in 1951, a worldwide evangelistic ministry that produced the "Four Spiritual Laws" tract and the "Jesus" film.

Sonny Arguinzoni: The founder of Victory Outreach International in 1967, a Christian ministry focused on rehabilitating drug addicts and gang members through faith-based programs.

Johnny Cash: An iconic American country music singer-songwriter known as "The Man in Black," whose career spanned decades and included gospel influences and themes of redemption.

Billy Graham: A renowned American evangelist who preached to millions worldwide through crusades from the 1940s to 2000s, advising U.S. presidents and promoting global Christianity.

Charlie Kirk:  An American author, producer, public speaker, and founder of the non-profit organization Turning Point USA.

National Day of Prayer: An annual observance in the United States, established by Congress in 1952 and set on the first Thursday in May, encouraging prayer and reflection across faiths.

• Publisher: 0764224859
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