Christian Classics


Christian Classics is a program unique to BBN, and a favorite of our listeners. You will hear fiction and non-fiction Christian stories read by Lynn Brooks. Lynn is a natural communicator who infuses various voices and accents to bring each story alive with realism and emotion. You won't want to miss a single chapter!

Availability notice - Due to copyright laws, BBN cannot distribute copies of Christian Classics. We're sorry.  On the bright side, many books may still be obtained through the publisher.  Please see the schedule and list of publishers below for further information.




Weekly Air Time:
Monday - Friday: 4:45 AM, 12:15 PM, 10:00 PM

Christian Classics Schedule
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OCTOBER 6 - DECEMBER 6

STEPPING HEAVENWARD

This is a journal-like account of a nineteenth century girl who learns, on the path to womanhood, that true happiness can be found in giving oneself for others. By watching her godly mother (with whom she becomes easily irritated at times), Kate learns about striving for excellence. A no-nonsense approach to Christian living, "Stepping Heavenward" employs good humor, all the while leading the reader to ponder deeper, eternal matters.

Elizabeth Prentiss (1818 -1878) was the daughter of an early nineteenth-century revival preacher and began writing as a teenager. Born in 1818 in Portland, Maine, Prentiss was also the writer of the hymn ""More Love to Thee, O Christ.""

This book is published by Grace Abounding Ministries, copyright 1993.
AUGUST 22 - SEPTEMBER 29

NOT MY WILL

Eleanor's secret love for Chad could mean losing her inheritance and giving up a lifelong dream. Should she follow her own carefully laid plans to be a scientist---or marry the man she really loves? Originally published in 1946, this inspiring story continues to spark fresh discussion about choosing God's will over our own. Not My Will is a classic story of love, loss, and surrender.

Francena H. Arnold was a schoolteacher, talented storyteller, mother of four children, and author of ten novels. Her first, Not My Will, was originally written "just for the eyes of the family".

NOT MY WILL is used by permission of Moody Publishers.
AUGUST 8 - AUGUST 21

NEVER SAY DIE

This is a short, straightforward biography of Gladys Aylward, the London parlour-maid who persisted in her God-directed mission work to China. Her motto was "Never Say Die".

Never Say Die was written by Cyril Davey and distributed by Christian Literature Crusade. Used by permission of Lutterworth Press.
JULY 11 - AUGUST 7

D.L. MOODY: THE GREATEST EVANGELIST OF THE 19TH CENTURY

In a 40-year period, Dwight Lyman Moody (1837-1899) won a million souls, founded three Christian schools, launched a great Christian publishing business, established a world-renowned Christian conference center, and inspired thousands of preachers. His tour of the world with Ira D. Sankey was considered the greatest evangelistic enterprise of the century.

Written by Faith Coxe Bailey and published by Moody Press (1937).
JUNE 15 - JULY 10

GEORGE MUELLER

George Mueller's life is a testimony to how God can answer prayer. Mueller was a man burdened to care for orphans in Bristol, England. Through prayer, he asked God to make provision for his efforts and God answered by supplying what today would amount to several million dollars. Over the course of his life, he started over 100 schools and provided care for thousands of orphans. George Mueller also preached the gospel around the world.

The story is written by Faith Coxe Bailey and published by Moody Press (1958).
MAY 12 - JUNE 14

MY SON, MY SON

Bernard Alvin Palmer (1914–1998) was the originator and author of over 165 books for Christian youth, as well as several books for adults. He created series such as the Danny Orlis series and the Pioneer Girls series which he co-authored with his wife Marjorie Palmer. This is a true story of a father's efforts to help his son, whose life had given way to alcoholism, gambling, and marital infidelity, come back to Christ.

The copyright date(s) is 1970, 1987. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. All rights reserved.
APRIL 5 - MAY 11

JONI

The award-winning story of a young woman who triumphed over devastating odds to touch countless lives the world over with the healing message of Christ. In a split second on a hot July afternoon 50 years ago, a diving accident transformed the life of Joni forever.

Her story was originally published in 1976 by Zondervan books.

Joni Eareckson Tada is the founder of Joni and Friends, an organization accelerating Christian outreach in the disability community that numbers 610 million people worldwide. This organization operates out of the new Joni and Friends International Disability Center located in Agoura Hills, California.
FEBRUARY 22 - MARCH 31

DEFENDER OF THE FAITH

This is a powerful biographical and devotional novel of Queen Victoria. It dramatizes her spiritual life in scenes from her life in which her faith was tested. We will learn about how the life of this Christian Queen set the tone for a nation.

It's written by Charles Ludwig and published by Bethany House Publishers.
JANUARY 2 - FEBRUARY 21

IN HIS STEPS

Charles M. Sheldon's beloved and inspirational novel explains what could happen if we asked ourselves, "What would Jesus do?" First published in 1896, the book has sold more than 30 million copies. Mr. Sheldon (1857-1946) was an American Congregational minister and social reformer.

The book was published by the Baker Book House

DECEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 30

MILLION DOLLAR LIVING ROOM

This is the amazing story of Christians reaching to the ends of the earth from a living room in Minnesota. The story is written by Evangeline Krause and published by Tyndale House Publishers (1984).
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