The Calling of Emily Evans (Oke, Janette, Women of the West.)

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Summary: The Calling of Emily Evans - A GREAT book!
Review: This book is about a woman who is called by God to set up a church. She has many problems along the way, including poor attendance, a low food supply, and a difficulty convincing people that God is indeed real and needed in every single life. She does NOT step out of the boundaries of the Bible. Emily simply sets up a church and teaches because there is no preacher in the area. She doesn't preach, only tries to help people see the importance of a faith in God and tries to help them understand the Bible and how important it is. This is a wonderful book that helped me understand things more clearly and get things sorted out in my own faith. I thank Janette Oke for writing such a great book.

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Summary: Truly shows struggle women face in Ministry....
Review: This is an excellent book for those of us who want to go into the ministry.It truly describes the hardships that this young woman had and have to face; in Spiritual and emotional as well as the physical areas of her life. The most compelling aspect of this novel is the simplicity it is written. Joshua 1:9 comes to life in this book.

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Summary: A GREAT BOOK !
Review: This is my favorite Janette Oke book! I read this entire book in one Saturday afternoon. I think it is a wonderful story of courage, determination to follow God's will, and unselfishness. Although I disagree with the book's philosphy that women are only pastors because men don't answer their calling, I think it is an inspiration to all women to follow God's calling and leading in their life- no matter what it brings.

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Summary: Beautiful Story
Review: This is the first "pioneer story" I've read in a long time. To tell the truth, I was tired of the same story told using a hundred different heroines. The Calling of Emily Evans is classic Janette Oke. It is a story of faith and inspiration, hard work and courage. Based on the actual ministry of early church workers, or "Sister Workers", the book tells the story of one young woman who answers God's calling and goes forth into a field which was once reserved only for men. Even her own father doubts her ability and the Church's good intentions, but ultimately shows his support.

Emily's life is full of turmoil and personal doubt. Her collegues who also answered God's leading seem to be so much better suited to their mission that she is. She fears she is doing everything wrong. But Emily stays true to her calling, refusing to accept offers of an easier road. While not a romance it is assumed that the heroine will find romance in the end. I enjoyed this little book and recommend it.