Strength for the Journey

I bought and read this book when it was published. I sent it to relatives and recommended it to my friends and relations. I do not know how much of it is included in Falwell's later "Falwell: An Autobiography" This book, like Billy Graham's "Just As I Am", provides the facts and personal thoughts that enable a proper understanding of a most important late twentieth century American religious leader. The bias and ignorance of our educational, media, and political elites have obscured our understanding of a very important part of America.

Regardless of what you think of Jerry Falwell, you should read the book to better understand the background and passion Falwell obviously has.Particularly interesting were the descriptions of:1. His family background - an atheist grandfather and a father who accepted Christ on his deathbed.2. Coming to faith in Jesus Christ.3. How he allowed criticism to start new ministries - for example, starting a ministry for young pregnant women so they could live a productive life.4. Starting Thomas Roads Baptist Church.5. Establishing Liberty University.6. Involvement in the Moral Majority.7. Involvement in the PTL scandal.Personally, I admire Dr. Falwell and his willingness to take stands when other preachers are too concerned about their image and what others think of them. Although I have not agreed with everything he has said or done, no one can question his influence. Whether you support Falwell or hate his guts, you will benefit from reading about one of the most interesting figures in the ministry. Read and be challenged and encouraged!

Although Dr. Falwell is a conservative, he is one who accepts criticism gracefully and admits when he's wrong. This book will give you more insight into Dr. Falwell and find out that much what the media says about him is not true.

My sister received this book when she asked for information on Liberty University. (I guess Jerry has a bunch of these in a warehouse) She chose to go to Bob Jones and I got the book. This book is a good read, It tells about Jerry growing up and how he came to Christ, as well as the history of Thomas Road Baptist and other ministries. It ends when Jerry Falwell took control of PTL from The Bakkers, though if you want the complete story on that you'll probably have to go to his newer autobiography. If you want to get to know the man behind the iage read this book