This book is a short poem written from a Christian perspective about the death of a child. From being wonderfully knitted to being placed here on earth, to the angels' escort back Home, to our hope of a heavenly reunion, this poem beautifully illustrates God's wisdom and perfect plan for our lives, even in tragedy. The poem highlights a child's God-given life and that life returning to Heaven above. The verses in this book are accompanied by serene watercolor landscapes to create a calming...

Armies and Political Change in Britain, 1660 -1750 argues that armies had a profound impact on the major political events of late seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century Britain. Beginning with the controversial creation of a permanent army to protect the restored Stuart monarchy, this original and important study examines how armies defended or destroyed regimes during the Exclusion Crisis, Monmouth's Rebellion, the Revolution of 1688-1689, and the Jacobite rebellions and plots...

God wants you to know how much He loves you. Drawing on many precious passages from the Bible, Hannah Whitall Smith reveals God’s tender feelings toward you and shows how He…Responds to your criesDefends you in dangerGuides your stepsHolds you closeHeals your broken heartQuiets your fearsNever deserts youRejoices over youLoves you unconditionallyExperience a new depth of intimacy wi...

The central theme of the book is the idea that true happiness comes from a personal relationship with God and a life of trust and obedience. Smith encourages believers to rely on God’s strength and to accept the reality that God’s will is the key to peace and contentment. She emphasizes the importance of yielding oneself fully to God's guidance, recognizing that human efforts often fall short but that God's power can enable believers to live out their faith with joy and confidence.Througho...

Have you ever felt disenchanted with life and wondered “Is this all there is?”Discover the lasting peace and freedom you’ve been searching for—not by striving harder or becoming “super spiritual,” but by learning to rest. The Secret of a Happy Life offers a practical, hope-filled path to overcoming anxiety, discouragement, and exhausting cycles of defeat through surrender, trust, and deeper spiritual renewal. Whether you come from...

In this autobiography, centered around her own testimony, Hannah Whitall Smith also reveals her beliefs on the truly loving, entirely unselfish, and genuine caring nature of God. Walking through the doubt she struggled with and the journey that brought her to faith, these elements of the Father’s character become easily apparent. Discussing theology, real world struggles, and finding the nearness of God even in the midst of pain and discouragement, Smith uses her story to tell of the lovin...

You are on the threshold of a shining new understanding...Sometimes uncertainty clouds our relationship to what we know to be the truth. In our hearts, we fully recognize the power of God’s love for us, but daily life and strife often make us wonder how such love can exist in such a difficult world.In this age of doubt and fear, Hannah Whitall Smith beckons us to become closer to God. Believe what He has promised, and your troubled heart will be filled with joy, for He will...

Every person experiences doubts. What keeps someone together in these times is a firm foundation in God’s faithfulness, rather than allowing their lives to be moved on a roller coaster of emotions. The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life has stood the test of time, and helped millions understand how to have full and complete assurance in God alone. Personal reflection questions help the reader to remember that this is not just a classic to be enjoyed, but also a journey to walked.

Is it possible to live a life of peace, joy, and unwavering faith? In The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life, Hannah Whitall Smith offers a timeless guide to finding true contentment through trust in God. With warmth and clarity, she explores how surrender, faith, and a deeper relationship with God can transform everyday struggles into a life filled with peace and confidence. Blending practical advice with spiritual insight, this beloved classic has helped generations discover a simpler, m...

"The Unselfishness of God: My Spiritual Autobiography" by Hannah Whitall Smith is a deeply personal and inspiring account of the author's spiritual journey. Known for her influential work in the Holiness movement, Smith shares her transformative experiences and profound insights into the nature of God and the essence of true Christian living.In this spiritual autobiography, Smith reflects on her life with honesty and vulnerability, chronicling her struggles, doubts, and ultimate tri...

Originally published in 1883, Hannah Whitall Smith's book The Christian's Secret to a Happy Life is an extremely popular book of Christian mysticism and practical Holiness theology. She explains that life is made of difficulties and painful situations. But the first burden, which she believes to be the greatest burden we have to carry in life, is self. The most difficult thing we have to manage is self. Our own daily living, our feelings, our weaknesses, and temptations - these are the thi...

Here are four great Christian books you should know, abridged and lightly updated for ease of reading: Check out The Essential Christian Classics Collection, containing The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life by Hannah Whitall Smith, Foxe’s Christian Martyrs by John Foxe, In His Steps by Charles M. Sheldon, and The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. These books own a well-deserved status as Christian classics, having challenged and encouraged readers ...