Courageous Christianity

Courageous Christianity: How a 19th century revival sparked the Muscular Christianity movement, Y.M.C.A. athletics, and a youth-led race to save the world.

Did you know the modern Olympics, basketball, volleyball, and even swimming lessons all trace their roots back to Christian evangelism through the YMCA? Or that the world’s largest youth charity helped inspire movements that birthed the Salvation Army, the Red Cross, the Gideons, and countless missionary efforts?

In Courageous Christianity, you’ll discover the extraordinary ripple effect of faith-driven leaders and movements that shaped sports, culture, and global missions. From George Williams and the YMCA to D.L. Moody, Billy Sunday, and Billy Graham—this is the untold story of how revival movements ignited world-changing institutions and reached millions with the Gospel.

Step into the legacy of Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, Theodore Roosevelt, Douglas MacArthur, and other bold voices who fused conviction with action. Relive the daring vision of the Student Volunteer Missionary Movement—“winning the world to Christ in this generation”—and see how their passion continues today through organizations like the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Athletes in Action.

Packed with fascinating history, powerful testimonies, and inspirational accounts, Courageous Christianity will not only inform you—it will ignite your own faith. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be emboldened to impact the world for Christ.

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