Alan Sears - The Soul of an American President: The Untold Story of Dwight D. Eisenhowers Faith

The best leaders are those who recognize that theyre not self-sufficient. The bigger the decision, the more we must rely on God for wisdom. Dwight Eisenhower learned that as a general and applied it as a president, quietly seeking insight through prayer, Bible reading, and godly counsel. Thats a recipe for success at any level.

Jim Daly , president of Focus on the Family

Historians have increasingly come to appreciate the outstanding performance of duty by Dwight D. Eisenhower as President of the United States. But little research and writing has been done about the religious background that sustained this exceptional leader through a life of distinguished service to his country. In The Soul of an American President , Alan Sears and Craig Osten reveal the fascinating spiritual history of a man who had to overcome daunting challenges, tragedy, and personal crises to ultimately become one of the nations most admired presidents. This inspiring and compelling book provides a new and more complete understanding of the inspiration and fundamental beliefs that led Eisenhower from a humble beginning to true greatness.

Edwin Meese III , former attorney general of the United States

Dwight Eisenhower is remembered as a man skilled in the arts of both war and peace, a leader whose instinctive civility is sorely missed in an age of bitter political acrimony. Biographers have captured many of Ikes finest qualities, but they often overlook one of the cornerstones of his character: his guiding faith in a provident God. Alan Sears and Craig Osten have added that final, essential element to our understanding of the man in their superb and engaging book.

Charles J. Chaput , OFMCap, archbishop of Philadelphia

There are several fine biographies of Dwight D. Eisenhower. But until now, we lacked a biography zeroing in on the president and great war leaders spiritual life. Kudos to Alan Sears, Craig Osten, and Ryan Cole for filling that gap. In The Soul of an American President , they provide a window into Ikes life as a man of faith and explore the manifold ways his Christian convictions shaped the conduct of his presidency.

Robert P. George , McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions, Princeton University