John Williams, Janet Benge
John Williams, Janet Benge
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John Williams
Messenger of Peace

Author: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge

Narrator: Tim Gregory

Unabridged: 4 hr 43 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/15/2023

Synopsis

The thousands of islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean were home to fierce warriors and cannibals who sacrificed their children to the many gods they worshiped. A few islands had been dramatically transformed by the gospel, but thousands more were waiting for someone to come and teach them about the one true God. John Williams dedicated his life to bringing the message of Christ's love and peace to these brutal islands. In the face of constant danger, he discipled and inspired Polynesians to go as missionaries to their neighbors, ultimately giving his life to see the gospel spread across the vast Pacific. (1796\-1839)

About The Author

Janet and Geoff Benge are a husband-and-wife writing team with more than twenty years of writing experience. Janet is a former elementary-school teacher. Geoff holds a degree in history. Originally from New Zealand, the Benges spent ten years serving with Youth With A Mission.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Natalie on November 19, 2019

"When he had finished praying, he noticed that a tall man was wading out toward them. 'Son, will you not come ashore? I am Chief Amoamo. Will you not land among us? We are not savage now! We are Christians.' 'You, Christians?' John yelled back. 'Where did you hear about Christianity?' 'A great chief f......more

Goodreads review by Daniel Ray on April 23, 2025

Good story of an Englishman who sacrificed his life to spread Christianity to the South Pacific Islands in the early 1800s. When the organization wouldn’t provide a ship as he recommended, he built one with only the materials found on a small island.......more

Goodreads review by Shonda on June 10, 2021

Great book covering the mission efforts in the South Pacific. But too many strange names and lots of traveling back and forth among the different islands was confusing. I was extremely sad at how this man perished given the wonderful acceptance from so many islanders.......more

Goodreads review by Kim on October 21, 2022

Amazing man, & a love for the Polynesians......more

Goodreads review by Heather on March 17, 2024

Wow. What a life. What a man… and his wife… and their oldest son. Heart emojis all around.......more

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