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These Strange Ashes

by Elisabeth Elliot · 1979

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In her first year as a missionary to a small group of native women in the Ecuadorian jungle, Elisabeth Elliot faced physical and spiritual trials. In These Strange Ashes, Elliot captures the mysteries and stark realities surrounding the colorful and primitive world in which she ministered. More than just a recounting of her early days, this is a beautifully crafted and deeply personal reflection on the important questions of life and a remarkable testimony to an authentic Christian commitment.

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ChristianChristianMore like thisLess of thisspiritualityspiritualityMore like thisLess of thisreligionreligionMore like thisLess of this
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1970s1970sMore like thisLess of thisEcuadorEcuadorMore like thisLess of thisUSAUSAMore like thisLess of this
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adult
Length
short · 152 pages

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