The inspiring stories of ten women who helped to shape our faith

Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose, Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus ten incredible heroines of the faith

· Teresa of Ávila
· Anne Hutchinson
· Harriet Beecher Stowe
· Harriet Tubman
· Fanny Crosby
· Catherine Booth
· Amy Carmichael
· Corrie ten Boom
· Edith Schaeffer
· Ruth Bell Graham

These engaging narratives are a potent reminder to us that we are not alone, the battles we face today are not new, and God is always with us in the midst of the struggle.


"Rich in inspiration and information. Reading it opened my eyes, broadened my vision, and challenged my faith."--Warren W. Wiersbe, author and former pastor of the Moody Church, Chicago

"My daughter and I are both indebted to Michelle for introducing us to many women we are sure never to forget."--Lisa-Jo Baker, community manager for (in)courage and author of Surprised by Motherhood

"A courageous and brave example of living faith and of living out faith, the evidence of things unseen."--Deidra Riggs, managing editor, The High Calling; founder of Jumping Tandem

"This book inspired me, challenged me, and made me feel so proud to be a woman who belongs to Jesus."--Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Love Idol


Michelle DeRusha writes a monthly column on religion and spirituality for the Lincoln Journal Star and is a regular contributor to The High Calling and other online journals. She also writes about faith in the everyday on her blog at www.michellederusha.com. She lives with her husband and their two boys in Nebraska.