Dirk Willems and the Thief Catcher - Anabaptist (John 3:16)
In 1569, Dutch Anabaptist Dirk Willems was fleeing authorities who would execute him for his faith. He crossed a frozen pond; the ice held his...
This is stories & illustrations, drawing on John 3:16 and Matthew 5:44.
In 1569, Dutch Anabaptist Dirk Willems was fleeing authorities who would execute him for his faith. He crossed a frozen pond; the ice held his slight frame. His pursuer, heavier, broke through and began drowning. Willems turned back and saved the man's life. He was then arrested and burned at the stake. Why did he go back? Because "God so loved the world"—including enemies.…
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