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As a boy he dreamed of being a spy - undercover behind enemy lines. As a man he found himself undercover for God. Brother Andrew was his name, and for decades his life story, recounted in God's Smuggler, has awed and inspired millions. This bestseller tells of the young Dutch factory worker's incredible efforts to transport Bibles across closed borders - and the miraculous ways in which God provided for him every step of the way. This story is reintroduced in a 35th anniversary edition with a new foreword and afterword. Brother Andrew's story remains as inspiring today as it was thirty-five years ago, and with this new release it will motivate a new generation to risk everything to follow God's call.
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"A wonderful book about one man's quest to spread the gospel against impossible odds. I really appreciated the faith and courage displayed by Brother Andrew. He changed his life and then dedicated his life to serve others. This book shares a fabulous message."
— Monica (4 out of 5 stars)
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" Incredibly inspirational and entertaining true life story. "
— Scott, 2/17/2014 -
" Brother Andrew is amazing. He really leaves comfort out of the picture. Reading this book enlarged my view of God and what he can do to get his message through. "
— Hannah, 2/9/2014 -
" This book really made me think about my devotion to my faith and what I should be doing to be a member missionary. This man risks his life to take Bibles to people behind the Iron Curtain and I feel like I can't even risk getting out of my comfort zone. It is a great inspiring book. "
— Maria, 2/6/2014 -
" Amazing and inspiring!!! "
— Lindsey, 2/3/2014 -
" Brother Andrew lives in holland in the 1950s and shares his story of bringing Bibles to countries behind the iron curtain and his amazing missionary work he was able to do "
— Brenda, 2/2/2014 -
" i've often wondered about autobiography vs biography... what makes a person decide to let someone write their life story, or what makes them decide to take the time to write it themselves. this is one case in which i which the author had let someone else do the writing. the story is full of amazing faith situations and answered prayers and excitement. but it is not written that way. a good story, but poorly told. "
— Lauren, 2/1/2014 -
" An amazing story showing the power of faith and prayer. Truly inspiring. "
— Beka, 1/27/2014 -
" It is an excellent book about perseverance. Brother Andrew writes his story of bringing Bibles to Christians behind the iron curtain. Inspirational - a reminder of Who is in charge. "
— Deborah, 1/24/2014 -
" This was a good read. Brother Andrew is inspiring and totally obedient to his call from God, taking the Word of God behind the Iron Curtain. Many adventures and dangers along the way. Praise God for his daring and obedience. "
— Frances, 1/18/2014 -
" Just a real classic God is in control type testimony. Filled with miracles and tender moments as God uses Bros. Andrew to reach those hungry from Him behind the Iron Curtain. "
— David, 1/14/2014 -
" Very inspiring. It was neat to read about Brother Andrew's conversion and then his complete dependence upon God throughout his missionary work. "
— doug, 1/12/2014 -
" Loved it. Wow, inspiring. "
— Christie, 1/5/2014 -
" One of the most inspiring books I have read in a long time. So moving. "
— Emilia, 12/17/2013 -
" Quite possibly the most challenging and illuminating book I've ever read concerning what it means to walk with God. Of the books that have influenced the milestones in my life, this is certainly at the top of the list. Amazing life story. "
— Eddie, 12/11/2013 -
" This account of smuggling Bibles behind the Iron Curtain during the Cold War will certainly keep your attention. "
— Read1000books, 8/2/2013 -
" amazing book and real story too. god took a guy and he smuggled tons of bibles into closed countries in the iron curtain "
— Jared, 6/28/2013 -
" A wonderful book on trusting God in an unusual and difficult places to spread the Good News. I was encouraged to put my faith and trust in God especially in providing the needs of His people and work. "
— Glenda, 5/27/2013 -
" Thanks to Anne for this recommendation. Reads just like the Guideposts magazine that grandma always kept in her bedrooms. "
— Melissa, 5/4/2013 -
" Such an encouraging true story about a simple man sharing God by bringing Bibles behind the Iron Curtain. I loved how he is not anti-communist, anti-islamic, or anti-anything, but is pro-God and pro-love. "
— Darcy, 5/3/2013 -
" Good story. Not too exciting. Made me grow in faith. "
— Juan, 3/23/2013 -
" I loved this book! Brother Andrew's story is both exciting, and amazing. "
— Joshua, 7/15/2012 -
" Really a very moving, inspiring and humbling story... "
— Joy, 12/6/2011 -
" A well-written and compelling story of Brother Andrew's journey in faith. "
— Joella, 9/5/2011 -
" This in amazing book that is truly inspiring! "
— Scott, 5/16/2011 -
" Makes you want to be a better person. A lot on living by faith that gives you pause to think. "
— Pam, 5/3/2011 -
" I don't think I've ever had tears prick my eyes so many times in one book. What a wonderful portrait of God's sovereignty! "
— Sarah, 5/2/2011 -
" I loved this book so much! Highly recommended. "
— Yvonne, 4/24/2011 -
" I LOVED this book and the way it made me think about my religion and the way I value it. "
— Lichelle, 4/12/2011 -
" this was an amazing story to read--to see his faith, his life unfold for this mission he pursued with devotion, and God's continual response and provision. it was very challenging and encouraging to my faith and my life. "
— Luke, 2/19/2011 -
" An amazing story showing the power of faith and prayer. Truly inspiring. "
— Beka, 2/10/2011 -
" Read this years ago and it has always stuck. Persecution for religious reasons is something Americans don't often have to think about but the reality is shocking and thought provoking. "
— Carol, 1/16/2011 -
" Love Br. Andrew. Amazing miracles from a man of true faith. "
— Dustan, 1/7/2011 -
" I really enjoyed this book about brother andrew and his transfermation, and his faith and willingness to be a tool in God's hand to smuggle bibles into communist countries. Great read! "
— Cindy, 12/6/2010 -
" Excellent book! We read this aloud as a family, and the kids would beg for more each evening. It's surprisingly funny too. "
— Kim, 12/1/2010
About the Authors
Brother Andrew (Andrew van der Bijl) was born in Sint Pancras, the Netherlands, and studied at WEC Missionary Training College in Glasgow, Scotland. In 1955 he began smuggling bibles to Christians behind the Iron Curtain. That work has since developed into Open Doors International, a world-wide nondenominational missionary organization.When not traveling, Brother Andrew makes his home in the Netherlands.
Simon Vance (a.k.a. Robert Whitfield) is an award-winning actor and narrator. He has earned more than fifty Earphones Awards and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration thirteen times. He was named Booklist’s very first Voice of Choice in 2008 and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice as well as an AudioFile Best Voice of 2009. He has narrated more than eight hundred audiobooks over almost thirty years, beginning when he was a radio newsreader for the BBC in London. He is also an actor who has appeared on both stage and television.
John and Elizabeth Sherrill have authored or coauthored numerous bestsellers with sales in excess of fifty million, including The Hiding Place, The Cross and the Switchblade, and God’s Smuggler. Their ongoing work as roving editors for Guideposts magazine has taken them from their home in Westchester County, New York, to assignments in five countries.
About Simon Vance
Simon Vance (a.k.a. Robert Whitfield) is an award-winning actor and narrator. He has earned more than fifty Earphones Awards and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration thirteen times. He was named Booklist’s very first Voice of Choice in 2008 and has been named an AudioFile Golden Voice as well as an AudioFile Best Voice of 2009. He has narrated more than eight hundred audiobooks over almost thirty years, beginning when he was a radio newsreader for the BBC in London. He is also an actor who has appeared on both stage and television.