A Man of Faith: The Spiritual Journey of George W. Bush
by David Aikman
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More than any other world leader in recent times, George W. Bush is a man of faith...a conservative Christian who has brought the power of prayer and the search for God's will into the Oval Office. His faith has proven to be a bedrock of strength and resolve during two of the most tumultuous years in our nation's history. According to Newsweek magazine, "This presidency is the most resolutely faith based in modern times. An enterprise founded, supported and guided by trust in the temporal show more and spiritual power of God." David Aikman, skilled journalist and former senior correspondent for TIME magazine, pens this dramatic and gripping account of Bush's journey to faith. Based on interviews and behind-the-scenes stories, you'll learn how... His life changed after a conversation with Billy Graham on the beach at Kennebunkport He walked away from alcoholism toward a new destiny The events following 9/11 caused many to view him as God's chosen man for this critical time in history His decision to go to war with Iraq became the ultimate test of his faith A Man of Faith...an intimate look at how Bush's spiritual life has impacted his presidency, the nation, and the world. show lessTags
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More than any other world leader in recent times, George W. Bush is a man of faith; a conservative Christian who has brought the power of prayer and the search for God's will into the Oval Office. His faith has proven to be a bedrock of strength and resolve during two of the most tumultuous years in our nation's history.
He said, I am not after the votes, I am here in the Oval Office sharing concerns because someday I'm going to stand before God, and I want to hear him say, "Well done! I hope that's why we're all here."
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David Aikman is a former Senior Correspondent for Time magazine. He has reported for numerous Time cover stories, including three "Man of the Year" profiles
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- People/Characters
- George W. Bush
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- Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir, Religion & Spirituality, History, General Nonfiction
- DDC/MDS
- 973.931 — History & geography History of North America United States 1901- New Millennium, Post 9/11 (2001-Present) George W. Bush (2001-2009) Sept 11 Attacks, Iraq War, Patriot Act
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- BR516 .A45 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Christianity Christianity History By region or country
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- English, Norwegian (Bokmål)
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