- Hardcover: 272 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson (Oct 11 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 078521156X
- ISBN-13: 978-0785211563
- Product Dimensions: 23.5 x 16.1 x 2.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 386 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #609,506 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Don Stephens, a Colorado farm boy, is certainly an unlikely hero. And turning a decrepit ocean liner into a floating hospital seems improbable at best. And yet that is exactly what happened twenty-five years ago. Because of the efforts of Stephens, his fleet of ships, and his navy of volunteers, thousands around the world have experienced healing of body and spirit. Specializing in fixing facial deformities, Mercy Ships International embodies the great commission and demonstrates what God can do with a few willing hands and determined spirits. In Ships of Mercy, readers will realize the overwhelming need for this type of service and be inspired to lend a hand to make a difference
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A Remarkable Story,
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This review is from: Ships of Mercy: The Remarkable Fleet Bringing Hope to the Worlds Forgotten Poor (Hardcover)
Ships of Mercy by Don Stephens is a difficult book to review in that, while this isn't exactly the most literary effort I've read, the stories that are conveyed about the amazing work of Mercy Ships will stir your heart and bring tears to your eyes.
Don Stephens is the founder of Mercy Ships International who passionately followed up on an idea he had at the age of 19 while on a missions trip to the Caribbean. After weathering a hurricane that hit the Bahamas, Stephens heard one local survivor ask, "Wouldn't it be wonderful if there was a ship with doctors and nurses that could come in after such a disaster?" That is how the kernel of a dream was planted. I've only recently come to hear of Mercy Ships but I have come to respect this organization as much as any other out there. The concept of a ship full of people, from line cooks right up to some of the world's top surgeons, volunteering their time to help those who have no access to proper medical care is astounding. In 2004 Mercy Ships celebrated their 25th year serving the world's poor from their floating hospitals that travel the globe. They have performed more than two million services with a value of over $250 million while not asking for a penny in return from those they have helped. This book provides the reader with the history of Mercy Ships from the man who has been there right from the beginning. It was Don Stephens' dream to share the love of Christ in a practical way and Mercy Ships remains true to its original mission to this day. Check out their website for more information and for some remarkable photos of people who have regained their lives and their dignity after Mercy Ships came to town. A warning though...some of these images are very disturbing. Pick up this book if you have an interest in aid & justice issues, an interest in medicine, or just a good read about the power of following your dreams.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (1 customer review) 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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This is a book that you want to read!,
By Joann Carter "love2read" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Ships of Mercy: The Remarkable Fleet Bringing Hope to the Worlds Forgotten Poor (Hardcover)
This is one of the most motivational books I've read this year! I enjoyed how the author gave bits of history interspersed with a "Ship's Log" of people who have been treated under the care of Mercy Ships. I greatly admire and appreciate all the work, time, and effort that so many people have given to make this amazing ministry happen for the poorest of the poor. Although the ministry of "Mercy Ships" doesn't evangelize with words, they let their actions speak with the love of Christ. Because of that lives are changed not only physically but sometimes spiritually as well.
God has given us all different talents and abilities. We may not be doctors, business men, or ships captains, but we all can be a tool in God's hand--and that my friend is the recipe for an everyday hero--God's style. |
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