Franklin, Bessie and Will’s Picks—July 2025
July 25, 2025
Categories: Books and Gifts, Ruth's Attic Bookstore
Each month, Franklin Graham and Will Graham pick a book based on its inspirational message, while the Library staff selects a “Bessie’s Pick” book for children to enjoy.
Franklin’s Pick: God’s Final Call by Michael Youssef
What does the future hold? Will faithful Christian’s face persecution? How can I be sure to stand strong during these troubled times?
The book of Revelation was written for those going through difficult times. The first readers of this biblical book were experiencing a wave of persecution in the Roman world. To follow the Christian faith was to experience opposition. Renowned Bible teacher and prophecy expert, Dr. Michael Youssef, believes twenty-first century Christians are experiencing a similar wave of hostility in our culture. That is why the words of Jesus in Revelation can be especially compelling to modern readers. It is a source of comfort and encouragement for those who are determined to be faithful, but also a stern warning of coming judgment for those who seek to compromise.
Bessie’s Pick: The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep Written and Illustrated by Hannah E. Harrison
The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep is a humorous and heartwarming picture book about God’s unconditional love. This story beautifully captures the essence of Psalm 23, showing the importance of trusting God, our Good Shepherd, with our lives.
Meet George, a silly and sometimes stubborn sheep living happily under the care of a Good Shepherd. But when shearing time comes, George decides it’s time to make a run for it, and soon finds himself on a journey full of unexpected disappointment, discomfort, and danger. Ultimately, he finds rescue and learns why he really does need a shepherd. The Bible is full of references to sheep and shepherds, but what does it mean to be a good shepherd? And how are we like sheep? The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep uses an unforgettable character and riveting story to bring biblical truth to life for kids and illustrate the many comforting and loving attributes of God.
Will’s Pick: The Leader’s Devotional: 90 Days of Biblical Wisdom for Honoring God in All You Do by David Green with Bill High
In this book, Darrell Harrison and Virgil Walker engage hot-button issues with intellectual rigor and theological precision.
“This volume distills and preserves some of the best of their thinking about biblical Christianity; how we should understand the role of civil government; and how we need to respond to the ideological mess of pottage the church has all but traded her birthright for.”
| Dr. John MacArthur
“So nice I had to read it twice! As expected, Darrell & Virgil pull no punches in “Just Thinking about the State.” It is convicting, biblical, and at times, uncomfortably uncompromising. The Church needs this book, and we need it now.”
| John L. Cooper | Singer for Skillet
Stop by Ruth’s Attic bookstore in the Billy Graham Library to purchase your copy of these featured books and more. Not in Charlotte? Call (704) 401-3242 or email ralibrary@bgea.org to place your order. Orders can be shipped within the U.S. or curbside pickup is available in Charlotte, N.C., at the Billy Graham Library.