At many times in the two World Wars the nation was saved from disaster in circumstances that defied probabilities. There were sudden changes in the weather, inexplicable mistakes in strategy and tactics by the enemy and other extraordinary events. Beyond the Odds explores turning points in the World Wars, with in-depth accounts of diplomacy and wartime operations. Leaders and commanders in the Second World War, such as Churchill and his Chief of the Imperial General Staff, Alan Brooke, saw the outworking of providence in that war. Recording the beliefs of commanders and National Days of Prayer, the book provides fresh perspectives on momentous occurrences, as seen by those who experienced them.\nThree chapters focus on the First World War – 1914 and 1918 – when the Allies were perilously close to defeat, and the 1917 campaign in Palestine. The five chapters on the Second World War include the fall of France, the Dunkirk evacuation and the Battle of Britain in 1940, as well as the war in North Africa, Italy, Russia and the Pacific in 1941-1943, and D-Day in 1944. Further chapters encompass the siege of Malta in the Second World War and the Falklands conflict of 1982, and there is a revealing discussion of Churchill’s Christianity.\nThe book includes surprising accounts from contemporary sources. These include the evacuation of Channel ports by the French in 1914 – the Germans failed to see that they could take these (as they then did in 1940); the experiences of the soldiers who captured Jerusalem in 1917; British diplomacy in 1938 and 1939, with a remarkable admission by Chamberlain to Hitler about the opening of the First World War; and incidents in the Dunkirk evacuation, including one recounted to the writer by his father.\nThe authors do not shrink from the calamities of war and describe failures as well as successes, but the resilience of the wartime generations shines through. The book is strong on accessible narrative history.\nExtracts from commendations 
This terrific book … describing events in a compelling narrative … I am therefore delighted to commend this account which faithfully documents the wartime providence of God, in a previously unseen level of detail and historical credibility. 
MAJOR GENERAL (RETD) TIM CROSS, CBE\nIf you like history, you will really like this book. Well researched, clear and engaging, this account of conflict from a UK perspective, from WW1 to the Falklands, is enlightening and compelling. 
MAJOR GENERAL (RETD) CHRIS MCPADDEN, FORMER DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF, US ARMY\nRich in the way the military overcome acute personal danger or the burden of high command. There is something here to make every reader stop and think. 
LIEUTENANT GENERAL (RETD) ROBIN BRIMS, CB, CBE, DSO\nA sweeping narrative spanning three wars and almost a century. The story of the leaders is an inspiring one, fully knit into the narrative of war, and full of wisdom for today. 
DR CARL E. ARMERDING, CAPTAIN (RETD)US NAVY, PROFESSOR EMERITUS, REGENT COLLEGE VANCOUVER\nThe degree of attention to allied and enemy perspectives is especially refreshing. And, beyond this, here is an account that without loss of scholarly objectivity opens up the question of the place of God in it all. 
PROFESSOR JOHN NOLLAND, PHD (CANTAB), TRINITY COLLEGE, BRISTOL\nAbout the authors 
John Scriven read history and law at Trinity College, Cambridge and served as a Captain in 6/7 Battalion (Territorial Army), The Queen’s Regiment. His books include Belief and the Nation (2013).\nTim Dieppe studied at St Edmund Hall, Oxford and later obtained an MA in Kingdom Theology from Westminster Theological Centre.

Beyond the Odds: Providence in Britain's Wars of the 20th Century

History

Scriven, John

Dieppe, Tim

Military

Wilberforce Publications Ltd.

The Challenge of Islam: Understanding and Responding to Islam's Increasing Influence in the UK

Religion & Spirituality

Islam

Wilberforce Publications

Christians often find themselves on the back foot when speaking with Muslims, struggling to answer questions about the divinity of Christ, the Trinity, and charges about the Bible having been corrupted. The authors – modelling their approach on Jesus’ methodology of teaching and engaging people with questions – present their own carefully constructed questions and answers. Along the way, they delve into what the Qur’an and other Islamic teachings say, so that conversations can get to the heart of the matter.\nIn this slim volume, the authors help the reader to grasp intelligently, two contrary world views, Islam and Christianity. This is a resource for those who wish to see their Muslim friends impacted by the life-giving power of the Gospel – a resource that encourages Christians to confidently engage their Muslim friends in serious and meaningful ways.

Questions to Ask your Muslim Friends: A Closer Look at Islamic Beliefs and Texts

Peltola, Beth

Religious Studies

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