by Johnnie Moore, author of We Are One
Unlike the jihadist martyrs gaining the attention— and fear— of the world, these followers of Jesus are not seeking to die in order to earn a place in heaven.
Across the world strong women have shaped the course of history. The following list features women who fight for the oppressed, speak out against injustice and offer hope for all of us.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, German Lutheran pastor, theologian, anti-Nazi dissident, is one of my heroes. I’ve reread Life Together multiple times and am currently reading The Cost of Discipleship.