Daniel was tossed to ravenous lions. Esther approached the king’s throne at the risk of death. Ezekiel, Jeremiah, Malachi—they daringly delivered messages of warning and love.

Each of their lives is a story of boldness and beauty, hardship and victory. No matter what came, they had the godly audacity to stand for the right.

In his signature style, beloved storyteller Jack J. Blanco brings to life the biblical books of Daniel through Malachi. Using easy-to-understand language and an uninterrupted flow, he weaves together the powerful closing stories of the Old Testament.

These are the inspiring men and women who faced captivity, persecution, and crisis but never gave up. Their stories will stir your heart and dare you to live with holy bravery. These are the survivors.