Literature has a lot of branches. One of the biggest branches of literature is Christian literature. The said branch contains literary works that are fictional, nonfictional, devotional, and the likes. Most of the themes of Christian literature are about the omnipotent and merciful God, His words, and other things that are related to Him and Christianity. It also includes a very diverse writing style and a wide array of output.
Since the world is currently advancing, literature also gets along with it. There have been a lot of books, poems, narratives, and other works that emerge and conquering the world of literature. Christian literature also competes with the advancement. A lot of Christian books are reining the bestselling lists and have moved plenty of lives even up to this moment. Many authors of promising Christian books also exist. That said, here are five of the most notable Christian book authors that you should check out:
Stormie Omartian
Born in Spetember 16, 1942 on Nebraska, Stormie Omartian has become one of the most successful authors in the world. When Stormie turned 8 years old, she moved to Compton, California; but, before moving she grew up on a little ranch in the eastern part of Wyoming. In 1973, she married Michael Omartian, and now they already have three beautiful offspring. Stomie has more than 50 books and has sold over $28,000,000 copies all over the world. Her book titled The Power of a Praying Wife ranked first on the Christian Booksellers Association bestselling list for more than two years, which broke a 21-year-old record. Apart from being an author, she is also an actress and a singer.
Abraham Joseph Ajenifuja
Abraham Joseph Ajenifuja is not just a Christian book author but also a loving husband and father to his lovely wife and six kids. He was born in Jos, Nigeria and migrated to the United States during 1984. He attended the University of the District of Columbia and earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting. In the year 1990, successfully became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). As of the present, he is studying counselling in the Liberty University. Abraham is an earnest follower of Christ and has discovered his desire and devotedness to wellness. His passion encompasses the searching for the health of people’s body, spirit, and soul regardless of their culture, language, race, religion, social status, and other important aspects that make a person whole. Moreover, he is also an accomplished author. He is currently writing a series and has published the first book called The VIP Christian: God’s VIP (Vision, Intent and Purpose).
Elizabeth George
During November 11, 1944 in Granite, Oklahoma, author Elizabeth Ann George was born. She is the daughter of Richard Henry White and Ruth Harrison White. She attended College High School in Bartlesville, Oklahoma where she successfully graduated. Afterward, she took Bachelor of Science in Education in the University of Oklahoma and earned her degree in 1966. Elizabeth published her first book in 1994 and it was titled Loving God with All Your Mind. She also released another book titled A Woman After God’s Own Heart in 1997, which paved the way for her because it provided her with credibility. George has written more than 80 books and has sold more than 9 million copies all over the world. Her and her books also received multiple awards from different literary organizations. Examples of the said receptions are the 2002 Harvest House Gold Award, 2010 ECPA Young Adult Top 20, and 2004 Harvest House Platinum Award. Her books also remained on different bestseller lists for quite some time breaking records and selling copies.
T.D Jakes
T.D. Jakes or Thomas Dexter Jakes Sr. was born in South Charleston, West Virginia in June 09, 1957. He serves as the bishop of The Potter’s House, which is a huge church in America that is nondenominational. He stars in a broadcasting program called The Potter’s Touch. He is also a host and a filmmaker. He has created and produced a bunch of films from 1004 to 2018, examples of which are Woman Thou Art Loosed (2004), Heaven is for Real (2014), Winnie Mandela (2014), Faith Under Fire (2018). Jakes also won plenty of awards, such as the Best Gospel or Chorus Album from the 46th Grammy Awards in 2003, Grammy nomination for the gospel album “Live at The Potter’s House,” and Dove Award nomination for the same gospel album. In the world of literature, he is a renowned author. George has written more than 30 literary works, including Intimacy with God, Promises From God For Single Women, Jesus Walks (with me), God’s Leading Lady, and more. He is truly a jewel in his chosen path and an inspiration a lot of people.
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