A Man of Faith: The Spiritual Journey of George W. Bush

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HarperChristian + ORM, Feb 18, 2004 - Biography & Autobiography - 276 pages
“Offers some Bush family history, examines his wayward years and details Bush’s transformation from churchgoer to a Christian who internalized his faith.” —Publishers Weekly

More than any other world leader in recent times, George W. Bush is a man of faith . . . a conservative Christian who has brought the power of prayer and the search for God’s will into the Oval Office. His faith has proven to be a bedrock of strength and resolve during two of the most tumultuous years in our nation’s history. According to Newsweek magazine, “This presidency is the most resolutely faith based in modern times. An enterprise founded, supported and guided by trust in the temporal and spiritual power of God.” David Aikman, skilled journalist and former senior correspondent for TIME magazine, pens this dramatic and gripping account of Bush’s journey to faith. Based on interviews and behind-the-scenes stories, you’ll learn how . . .
  • His life changed after a conversation with Billy Graham on the beach at Kennebunkport
  • He walked away from alcoholism toward a new destiny
  • The events following 9/11 caused many to view him as God’s chosen man for this critical time in history
  • His decision to go to war with Iraq became the ultimate test of his faith


A Man of Faith . . . an intimate look at how Bush’s spiritual life has impacted his presidency, the nation, and the world.
 

Contents

A Political Bombshell
1
Basic Training
15
The Long Shadow
39
Coming to the Crossroads
65
From a Shrub to a Bush
85
Preacher Politician and President
111
A New Conscience and Civility
135
A Nation Deeply Wounded
155
PostElection Conclusion
203
Inauguration Speech
215
A Sermon Given by George W Bush
223
Photograph Credits
237
Endnotes
239
Index
251
About the Author ix 15 39 65
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253

Our Heritage Our Hope
175

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About the author (2004)

David Aikman is former Senior Correspondent for TIME magazine. He has written numerous TIME cover stories, including three "Man of the Year" profiles.  Aikman has also written for the Weekly Standard and Christianity Today.  He is the author of Great Souls, When the Almond Tree Blossoms, Jesus in Beijing, and the bestseller A Man of Faith: The Spiritual Journey of George W. Bush.

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