Elizabeth George (author)
Elizabeth George | |
|---|---|
| Born | Elizabeth Ann George 11 November 1944 |
| Occupation | Author, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Bachelor of Science in Education |
| Alma mater | University of Oklahoma |
| Genre | Religion |
| Notable works | After God's Own Heart Series A Young Woman's Guide to Making Right Choices |
| Spouse | Jim George[1] (1965 - 2023; his death) |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | |
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Susan Elizabeth George (born 1944) is an[2] American author and Christian speaker based in Seattle, Washington.[3] She has written over 80 books and gift books aimed mainly at adult women, young adults, teens, tweens and children.[4] She also co-authored 4 marriage books and 3 children's books with Jim George, her husband.[1]
Early life
George was born in Granite, Oklahoma 11 November 1944 to Richard Henry White and Ruth Harrison White. She graduated from College High School in Bartlesville, Oklahoma in 1962. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from The University of Oklahoma in 1966. Her first year out of college, George was a junior high and high school English and business teacher. She was also a Logos Bible Institute instructor and a Bible study lecturer and curriculum development team member at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California.[3]
Writing
George began writing in the early 1990s. She published her first book, Loving God with All Your Mind, in 1994.[3]
Reception
George was the recipient of the Harvest House Gold Award in 2002 and the Harvest House Platinum Award in 2004.[2]
Personal life
George married Jim George on 1 June 1965 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.[4] The couple met while attending The University of Oklahoma. George graduated from The University of Oklahoma in 1966. Today the Georges live in Seattle, Washington and spend time writing in Hawaii. They have two daughters.[2][5] George and her husband have co-authored four marriage books and three children's books.[1]
Bibliography
| Publication date | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | A Woman's Walk with God: Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit | |
| 1997 | A Woman After God's Own Heart | Recipient of the ECPA Gold Book Award in 2003[2] |
| 1998 | Beautiful in God's Eyes | |
| 1999 | Loving God with All Your Mind | |
| 1999 | Walking with the Women of the Bible: A Devotional Journey Through God's Word | |
| 1999 | God Lights My Path | |
| 2000 | Putting on a Gentle and Quiet Spirit: 1 Peter | |
| 2000 | Experiencing God's Peace: Philippians | |
| 2000 | God's Wisdom for Little Girls: Virtues and Fun from Proverbs 31 | Illustrated by Judy Luenebrink |
| 2000 | The Lord is My Shepherd | |
| 2001 | Growing in Wisdom and Faith: James | |
| 2001 | Becoming a Woman of Beauty & Strength: Esther | |
| 2001 | A Woman's High Calling | |
| 2001 | Walking in God's Promises: Character Studies: Sarah | |
| 2001 | Pursuing Godliness | |
| 2002 | A Young Woman After God's Own Heart | |
| 2002 | Life Management for Busy Woman | |
| 2002 | God's Little Girl is Kind | Illustrated by Judy Luenebrink |
| 2002 | God's Little Girl is Helpful | Illustrated by Judy Luenebrink |
| 2002 | God's Wisdom for Little Boys: Character-Building Fun from Proverbs | |
| 2003 | A Man and A Woman After God's Own Heart | |
| 2003 | Powerful Promises for Every Woman | |
| 2003 | Discovering the Treasures of a Godly Woman: Proverbs 31 | |
| 2003 | God's Wisdom for a Woman's Life: Timeless Principles for Your Every Need | |
| 2003 | The Remarkable Women of the Bible | |
| 2004 | Powerful Promises for Every Couple: Putting God's Promises to Work in Your Life[4] | |
| 2004 | God Loves His Precious Children: Safe in the Arms of the Good Shepherd | |
| 2004 | A Husband After God's Own Heart | |
| 2004 | Designing a Lifestyle That Pleases God: A Practical Guide | Written by Pat Ennis; foreword by Elizabeth George |
| 2004 | A Woman's Call to Prayer | |
| 2004 | Encouraging Words for a Woman After God's Own Heart | |
| 2004 | A Girl After God's Own Heart[3] | 2011 Christian Book Award Finalist[6] |
| 2004 | A Wife After God's Own Heart | |
| 2005 | A Mom After God's Own Heart: 10 Ways to Love Your Children | 2006 Retailers Choice Awards Finalist |
| 2005 | A Young Woman's Walk with God | Winner of Retailers Choice Award 2007 – Youth/Teen Category[2] |
| 2005 | Living with Passion & Purpose | |
| 2006 | Small Changes for a Better Life: Daily Steps to Living God's Plan for You | |
| 2007 | Finding God's Path Through Your Trials | |
| 2008 | Understanding Your Blessings in Christ: Ephesians | |
| 2009 | Walking with God in the Quiet Places: Devotions for Women | Co-Authored by Stormie Omartian, Kay Arthur, Elizabeth George, Lysa TerKeurst, Sharon Jaynes, Julie Clinton, Emilie Barnes, and Jennifer Rothschild |
| 2009 | A Young Woman's Guide to Making Right Choices: Your Life God's Way | Winner of Retailers Choice Award 2010 – Youth/Teen Category[2] |
| 2009 | Quiet Confidence for a Woman's Heart | |
| 2009 | Windows into the Word of God | |
| 2009 | Embracing God's Grace: Colossians/Philemon | |
| 2009 | Breaking the Worry Habit... Forever: God's Plan for Lasting Peace of Mind | |
| 2010 | A Woman Who Reflects the Heart of Jesus: 30 Days to Christlike Character | |
| 2011 | A Girl's Guide to Making Really Good Choices | |
| 2011 | A Young Woman Who Reflects the Heart of Jesus | |
| 2012 | A Mom After God's Own Heart Devotional | |
| 2012 | The Heart of a Woman Who Prays | |
| 2012 | Raising a Daughter After God's Own Heart | |
| 2012 | A Woman's Daily Walk with God | |
| 2013 | A Couple After God's Own Heart: Building a Lasting, Loving Marriage Together | written with Jim George[1] |
| 2013 | Prayers to Calm Your Heart: Finding the Path to More Peace and Less Stress | |
| 2013 | Moments of Grace for a Woman's Heart | |
| 2013 | One-Minute Inspirations for Women | |
| 2014 | Beautiful in God's Eyes for Young Women | |
| 2014 | A Young Woman's Guide to Discovering Her Bible | |
| 2015 | A Young Woman After God's Own Heart, updated and Revised | |
| 2015 | A Girl's Guide to Discovering Her Bible | |
| 2015 | A Woman After God's Own Heart Updated and Expanded | |
| 2015 | A Woman After God's Own Heart, Growth and Study Guide, Updated and Expanded |
See also
References
- ^ a b c d Helping couples become 'relationally wiser' at Christian Retailing; by Ken Walker; published 7 February 2013; retrieved 22 July 2014
- ^ a b c d e f "Meet Elizabeth George". ChristianBook.com. May 2003. Archived from the original on 13 February 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2014.
- ^ a b c d "Why readers crave more from Elizabeth George". ChristianRetailing.com. 16 January 2014. Archived from the original on 13 February 2015. Retrieved 13 February 2014.
- ^ a b c Powerful Promises for Couples at CBN.com Daily Life; by Belinda Elliott; published 2012; retrieved 19 June 2014
- ^ Elizabeth George Archived 6 October 2011 at the Wayback Machine at Harvest House Publishers; retrieved 22 July 2014
- ^ ECPA ANNOUNCES 2011 CHRISTIAN BOOK AWARD FINALISTS at ECPA.org; by Mark Kuyper; published 2011; retrieved 2015