Five Mere Christians

A CIRCLE 31 BOOK CLUB SELECTION FOR AUGUST 2025—CIRCLE 31, A BOOK CLUB BY PROVERBS 31 MINISTRIES Experience the riveting true stories of five men and women who changed the world by following Christ in their careers—and discover practical applications for how you can, too. Do you ever wonder what it means to truly glorify God in your work if you’re not a pastor, missionary, or religious professional? Rather than offering theological exposition to answer that question, Jordan Raynor and Kaleigh Cox use vivid, fast-paced storytelling to present the captivating lives of five “mere Christians” who will show you what it looks like to follow Christ wherever you live and work: Fred Rogers, the TV host from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, demonstrates how your selfless service of others can reveal glimpses of heaven on earth. Fannie Lou Hamer, the courageous civil rights activist, models how to pursue justice without hating the unjust. Ole Kirk Christiansen, the founder of LEGO, shows