The Axe and the Tree: How Bloody Persecution Sowed the Seeds of New Life in Zimbabwe

by Stephen Griffiths

Overview

A powerful account of British missionaries, Peter and Brenda Griffiths, who played a critical role in the development of the Elim church in the aftermath of the Vumba massacre. Peter and Brenda Griffiths, Stephen's parents, and their team had set up a superb secondary school, only for guerrillas to slaughter almost all the staff. After their funerals Peter maintained that forgiveness for the attackers was the Christian thing to do. This is an inspiring story of Peter and Brenda's courage, sacrifice, and faithfulness in God, who despite the atrocities, continues to build His church in Zimbabwe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780857217899
Publisher:	Lion Hudson LTD
Publication date:	02/17/2017
Edition description:	New edition
Pages:	368
Product dimensions:	5.12(w) x 7.80(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Dr. Steve Griffiths was born and grew up in Zimbabwe, where he trained as a medical doctor. He and his wife, Anna, now share the role of international coordinator for personnel for OMF International based in Singapore.

Table of Contents

The Dream 7

Stream of the Lion Spirit 9

Peculiar People and Publicans 24

The River Cuts New Channels 42

Among Worlds 68

Rushing Wind 85

The Blind Killer 107

Hammer and Anvil 124

A Greater Danger 155

Eagle School 187

The Devil's Kick 207

In High Places 234

Burning On, Burning Bright 254

Whispers and Rumours 276

More Alive Than Ever 301

"We'll Find Out Later" 324

Thanks 345

Selected Bibliography 349

Notes 351