Athletes of God

"Athletes of God" is a compelling collection of hagiographic sketches and spiritual reflections that explores the lives of various saints and martyrs throughout Christian history. The title refers to the classical concept of the 'spiritual athlete'-those who undergo rigorous discipline and 'askesis' to achieve spiritual excellence. Shirley Carter Hughson presents these figures not merely as historical anomalies, but as living examples of faith and devotion. Each chapter delves into the trials, sacrifices, and ultimate triumphs of individuals who dedicated themselves wholly to the service of the Divine, offering readers a window into the diverse ways holiness can be manifested across different eras and circumstances.The work emphasizes the virtues of endurance, humility, and prayer, serving as both a biographical study and a manual for Christian living. By chronicling the struggles and spiritual victories of these 'athletes, ' the book aims to inspire readers to pursue their own path of spiritual growth with similar fervor. "Athletes of God" remains a significant contribution to devotional literature, bridging the gap between historical biography and practical spirituality, and highlighting the timeless relevance of the saints' legacies in the context of personal religious practice.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more