A Lineage of Grace

Francine Rivers

Nov 2012 · Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

About this ebook

The complete biblical historical fiction compilation by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.

The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people―women in the family tree of Jesus Christ.

Tamar. Rahab. Ruth. Bathsheba. Mary.

Each was faced with extraordinary―even scandalous―challenges. But they had courage. They lived daring lives. Sometimes they made mistakes―big mistakes. And yet God, in His infinite mercy and grace, used them to bring forth the Christ, the Savior of the world. Their stories still hold great meaning and inspiration for us today.

• Tamar risked her life and reputation to be the woman she was called to be. See how the Lord uses our circumstances and our steps toward Him, however faltering, to fulfill His plan.
• Rahab was exploited by men who saw only her beauty, yet she held fast to her faith in God and was rewarded. Discover how God seeks and finds those whose hearts are tender toward Him, no matter how far away they are.
• Ruth’s loyalty, especially toward her mother-in-law Naomi, helped her persevere in the face of tragedy, and God gave her a second chance at love. Be encouraged that God will provide even when all hope seems lost.
• Bathsheba’s scandalous affair with David did not end in one night. Learn that God is willing to restore and redeem those lost in the depths of despair who call out to Him.
• Mary is one of the most revered women in history. But first, she was an ordinary woman striving to please God in the same way women still do today. When God spoke, Mary responded in obedience which changed the world forever.

Each novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.

Watch these five women in the Bible come to life and learn from their examples of hope, faith, love, and obedience.

Ratings and reviews

My first review i gave this book 5 stars. However looking back, there are a lot of things amiss. Writing fiction is one thing, however these "stories" are not fictional. They are True Stories that some of what happened is fictionalized. Or should i say added on to. Please be more mindful of facts, the race of people are truly important. Being that these Stories took place in Africa the people should reflect that! Our history has a bad habit of being watered down, we are a people of great history and great importance!

This book is good, however I do have issues! I do understand artistic freedom. All the women with Ruth being the exception, which is highly misleading. I see that with most of these types of books. Even when you know they are of darker skin tone, they are made white! Our story( the human story) was started in Africa! We owe our childern truth, even if some dont want to see it!

This is a must read. Learn more about these faithful biblical women as perceived by this wonderful author. After reading this book it opened my eyes to the changes I need to make in my life. It's sad to see the struggles these women went through but their unwavering faith kept them prayerful at all times and God blessed them with an abundance of grace. After reading it revives the joy of your salvation to know the holiness of God.

About the author

Francine Rivers received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Journalism from the University of Nevada, Reno. From 1976 to 1985, she had a successful writing career in the general market and her books won numerous awards. In 1986, she became a born-again Christian and started writing Christian fiction. Her book, Redeeming Love, is a retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush. Her Christian novels have won numerous awards including four Rita Awards, the Christy Award, the ECPA Gold Medallion, and the Holt Medallion in Honor of Outstanding Literary Talent. In 1997, she was inducted into the Romance Writers' of America Hall of Fame. She is the author of Lineage of Grace series, Mark of the Lion series, and Sons of Encouragement series. In 2014 her title, Bridge to Haven, made The New York Times Best Seller List. Her latest bestseller is The Masterpiece, published in February 2018.