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Made for the Journey: One Missionary's First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador
Made for the Journey: One Missionary's First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador
Made for the Journey: One Missionary's First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador
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Made for the Journey: One Missionary's First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador

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In her first year as a missionary to a small group of native women in the Ecuadorian jungle, Elisabeth Elliot faced physical and spiritual trials. In Made for the Journey, Elliot captures the mysteries and stark realities surrounding the colorful and primitive world in which she ministered. More than just a recounting of her early days, this is a beautifully crafted and deeply personal reflection on the important questions of life and a remarkable testimony to authentic Christian obedience to God.
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Release dateMar 16, 2021
ISBN9781493434619
Made for the Journey: One Missionary's First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador
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Elisabeth Elliot

Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) was one of the most perceptive and popular Christian writers of the last century. The author of more than twenty books, including Passion and Purity, The Journals of Jim Elliot, and These Strange Ashes, Elliot offered guidance and encouragement to millions of readers worldwide. For more information about Elisabeth's books, visit ElisabethElliot.org.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    While I’ve heard of Elisabeth Elliot and knew a bit of her story, I had not read anything written by her until picking up Made for the Journey: One Missionary’s First Year in the Jungles of Ecuador—and oh, I’m glad I read this one. Elliot details her early missionary experience, and she does not hesitate to show her struggles, doubts, flaws, confusion, etc. It is not easy to remain on a journey when nothing seems to go as anticipated, but through it all, she still gains a better picture of who God is and how He works.I appreciate Elliot’s honesty (and touches of humor) in Made for the Journey. It helps to bring this iconic Christian woman to life in vivid detail, and I couldn’t help feeling encouraged by her words.Thanks to Revell Reads, I received a complimentary copy of Made for the Journey and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    In this deeply personal account of her first year as a missionary, Elisabeth Elliot shares the challenges she faced as she worked in the jungles of Ecuador to bring the Word of God to a people virtually untouched by the outside world. With fascinating detail, she captures the stark realities of life in the jungle, the difficulties she encountered while developing a written language for the tribe, and her confusion when God didn't "cooperate" with her efforts to accomplish what she believed was His will.



    More than just a memoir, Made for the Journey is a beautifully crafted and deeply personal reflection on the important questions of life and a remarkable testimony to authentic Christian obedience to an unfathomable God.



    My Thoughts: First written in 2004 as "These Strange Ashes"; this book give s the account of Elizabeth Elliot's first year as a missionary. Well written and very insightful, it gives the reader a closer glimpse of a woman who devoted her life to missions and serving God.



    This is an enjoyable read and gives a comprehensive look at what a missionary can face in a foreign country.



    It's a book of encouragement to those who are thinking or looking into following God's call to taking His word out into the world.



    This is a book that all will enjoy

  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    I read Ms. Elliot’s first book, “Through the Gates of Splendor” when I was in my mid-twenties. From that very first book, I found a great respect for her and her writings. She does more than just put words on a page. They go deep into you and teach you spiritual lessons, also reaching you on a deep emotional level. I have never read any of her books that I have not walked away with something life-changing. Therefore I was excited to read this book.Her spiritual strength and close relationship with God is shown in following His calling to be a missionary in the jungles of Ecuador as a young woman. I guess it is my own stereotype but I picture those serving on mission fields as older. Even with her maturity venturing out so young, had to make it even more of an eye opening experience.Culture shock does not even begin to describe her experiences there. The Colorados Indians did not request they come there and introduce Christ. It wasn’t like a visiting preacher coming for a revival and hospitality abounding. I don’t think we realize all the sacrifices God’s servants make to do his work is such remote places. She brought it all to life, not just existing there but the gamut of emotions that she felt.In each chapter of the book you are a companion to Elizabeth as you walk beside her experiencing different parts of her work and all she saw and did. My favorite chapter was “Jungle Housekeeping”. All food and drinking water was a laborious task, not just from obtaining it but also to protect themselves against nasty diseases and parasites. And there is more. They had to live in primitive, dirty places forever prey to wild animals and un-American bugs. Travel was precarious at best and they were oddities as white women in the strange land. They faced death and medical emergencies in the most primitive conditions and which they had no training for. To add to all the work and distractions she had to learn the language not only to communicate but to write a Bible for the Colorados. They had no written language!As I put myself in her place I felt exhausted, discouraged and at times frightened. Yet she and her fellow missionaries served with all their hearts. Here Christians in America have conveniences and comforts beyond what they need, yet if problems arise or busy times, their church attendance suffers! Shame on us! This is an incredible read you won’t want to miss.I received this book from Revell Publishing in exchange for an honest review. The opinions I have stated are my own.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    In this book by beloved missionary Elisabeth Elliot we get to walk in her shoes as she first experiences Ecuador for the first time, and she makes you feel like we are there with her.We soon see all we take for granted, from running water to a meal, and not getting dry to living with creepy crawlies. From having a church service to competing with another church, you would never think that would happen.All the while I’m reading I could see God’s hand on her life, and sweet but hard time, but a real page turner for me.I received this book through Revel Reads, and was not required to give a positive review.

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