Book Series · 13 Books

Christian Heroes: Then & Now Books

In order from Nate Saint to Helen Roseveare.

The Christian Heroes: Then & Now series is a set of 13 chapter books by Geoff Benge and Janet Benge, published between 1998 and 2019. Written for ages 8–14, most books run about 200 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

Nate Saint

By Geoff Benge, Janet Benge

A pilot's final flight opens a path to faith in the Ecuadorian jungle.

201 pages· 42,590 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

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Summary: Nate Saint's passion for flying leads him to the jungles of Ecuador, where he supports isolated missionaries. His final flight with four friends to the 'Palm Beach' landing strip becomes a pivotal moment, ending in tragedy at the hands of the Auca Indians. This event not only opens a path for the gospel but also ignites a worldwide movement in missionary work. What legacy will Nate's sacrifice leave behind?

The complete set

Christian Heroes: Then & Now Series

13 books · Published 1998–2019

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Nate Saint

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

A pilot's final flight opens a path to faith in the Ecuadorian jungle.

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$1139

Corrie Ten Boom

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1998

A woman's faith defies war's chaos and brutality, risking all to save the innocent.

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Eric Liddell

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1998

A runner defies odds and beliefs, setting records and inspiring faith beyond the track.

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$1139

William Carey

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1998

A determined missionary faces hardship and triumph on his quest to India.

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George Müller

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1999

A man opens his home to thousands of orphans, relying on faith and divine provision.

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Jim Elliot

Chapter Book · 1999

A mission in Ecuador's jungle leads to a life-altering sacrifice.

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David Livingstone

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1999

An explorer's quest to map Africa and spread a powerful message unfolds in uncharted lands.

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Jonathan Goforth

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000

A farm boy faces danger and disease to spread hope in China.

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William Booth

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2002

A man defies society to bring hope to the outcasts.

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C.S. Lewis

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2007

Discover how a skeptic became a legendary storyteller and influential Christian thinker.

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John Wesley

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2007

A visionary defies tradition to spread hope beyond church walls, igniting a global movement.

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Chapter Book · 2012

A pastor becomes a spy, risking all to defy a tyrant.

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Helen Roseveare

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

A missionary doctor faces chaos and conflict in the Congo's fight for independence.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Christian Heroes: Then & Now series?

There are 13 books in the Christian Heroes: Then & Now series. It began with Nate Saint in 1998, and the newest book, Helen Roseveare, was published in 2019.