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Spiritual Desertion
Gisbertus Voetius & Johannes Hoornbeeck

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First published in 1646, Spiritual Desertion offers comfort and consolation to believers whose circumstances cause them to wonder if they've been abandoned by God. Second Reformation leaders Gisbertus Voetius and Johannes Hoornbeeck demonstrate that the anxiety of doubting believers is proof that God has not abandoned them; rather, it is evidence of the work of the Spirit in their hearts.

"Many will surely welcome this new access to the Dutch authors whose strong writings put faith and certainty into generations of their fellow countrymen. By their closeness to Scripture and their concern for heart and head (heat and light), they remain of enduring value."--Iain H. Murray, author of The Puritan Hope

"I am delighted that the Dutch Reformed Translation Society is at last making this material available in the English language. It is a landmark feature of our Reformed heritage, and it is rich food for the soul in this or any other age."--J. I. Packer, Regent College

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...Unto Thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto Thee do we give thanks: for that Thy name is near thy wondrous works declare (Ps. 75:1). God's most wondrous work, the Word of God, was Tyndale's passion. He, an astute scholar of classic languages and a priest, was driven to translate and disseminate the Bible in English to all English people. God's Outlaw portrays Tyndale bold as a lion (definitely lacking in discretion!) about his faith and the truth of Scripture. He is pure in character and intellectual, and yet very much a man, giving our sons an example of godly manhood. In this film Henry VIII is courting and then marries his second wife, Anne Boleyn. His motive was an heir in his marriages and he is seeking approval of the church. He becomes a "church" in himself and eventually, after Tyndale's martyrdom at the stake, orders the Bible to be in every church in England, thus opening the door to widespread Protestantism there. Movies can never give the whole story. This just whetted my appetite, which is a good thing. I want to read more about Tyndale. We would miss much if we would not read his life and work for God and mankind. —Vision Forum

William Tyndale faced an incredible dilemma. His greatest desire was that the common English plowman be given the opportunity to read and understand Scripture as well as the educated church scholar. Tyndale's talent for languages, knowledge of Scripture, and compassion for the common man were leading him to translate the Bible into English. To do so would mean defying the Church of Rome and King Henry VIII. Yet Tyndale chose to accept the challenge — and so became "God's Outlaw."

He left hostile England for Germany, where he found a printer willing to risk publishing his English Bible. The finished work was smuggled into England in bags of grain. When the translation found its way into King Henry's hands, Tyndale was forced to flee across Europe with the king's men and the pope's personal legate in pursuit.

In the end he was betrayed to church authorities by a friend and brought to trial for heresy. No champion could save him, and on October 6, 1536, he was burned at the stake. His dying prayer: "Lord, open the king of England's eyes."

Two years later that prayer was answered. Through the influence of wife Anne Boleyn, Henry had the Bible published with his "most gracious license," thus ushering in the English reformation.

"God's Outlaw" is another film created in partnership by British, Dutch, and American companies committed to preserving our rich Christian heritage. It was filmed entirely on location in the English countryside, and the costuming and castle settings and rich detail to its impact.

A film like this provides a glimpse of God's presence in history, guiding men given the task of preserving the Word of God for generations to come. It is also an inspiration for the work that is yet ahead — in the translation and distribution of Scripture to countries rapidly closing their doors to the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are reminded that God's Word has survived throughout history and will continue to do so, though human forces stand against it.

—Moody Monthly

This intense drama is a true story, describing how just one person can, by God's empowering, change the world for good! Well written and well acted, God's Outlaw also addresses: international politics, false injustice, and a corrupt religious establishment. William Tyndale is burned at the stake at the end of the video. His crime -- translating the Bible into English and publishing it for his fellow countrymen.

High production values.

A "must see" film for all Christian adults. Should be placed in every church's video lending library!

—Christian Spotlight