Lilias Trotter: Daring in the Desert

One of the world's most established art critics, John Ruskin, once told Lilias Trotter, "You could become the greatest living painter. Your paintings would be treasured forever." Faced with this tempting offer, Lilias had to make a choice between her talent and her calling, both of which were gifts from God. In May 1879, Lilias knew what she should do. God's work for her was in the desert land of Algeria, where palm trees and camels replaced lamp posts and horse-drawn carriages. The desert became her home, its people her friends, and its Creator her reason for life.

The Trailblazer series collects great stories from the past of Christians and delivers them to the young people of today. This gripping and astonishing story from Irene Howat will challenge young readers to serve God as Lilias Trotter did. This well-known and long-standing series has over 50 titles, suitable for ages 9 to 14, and has been published in 14 languages, with half a million books sold. The series is also available in box sets, with 7 themed box sets, each containing 5 books.

Each biography in the Trailblazer series follows the trailblazer's journey to faith and the work that God had planned for them. These engaging stories use a lot of dialogue to show how God uses normal individuals to bring about His purpose. Each book also features "Thinking Further" topics for each chapter, helping readers to reflect on how what they've read applies to their own lives today, as well as a timeline of important events in the lifetime of the book's subject.

The story of Lilias Trotter is a powerful example of a life dedicated to serving God. Despite being told she could become the greatest living painter, Lilias chose to follow her calling to the desert of Algeria, where she spent the rest of her life ministering to the local people and sharing the love of Christ with them. Her story will inspire young readers to consider how they can use their own gifts and talents to serve God and make a difference in the world.

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