Annotated Bibliography

Primary Sources
"Bold Christian Quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr. (For MLK Day)." Free Gas For Your Think
Tank Steve Simms Blogs From Nashville. The Twenty Ten Theme, n.d. Web. 30 Nov.
2014.
This primary source provided quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr. about Christianity. I
used this source to provide direct quotes from MLK to enhance my description about him
and the way he changed the world.
Fairchild, Mary. "Essential Stats and Facts About Christianity Today." About. About.com, n.d.
Web. 01 Dec. 2014.
This primary source provided information about Christianity in todays world and statistics
taken from several different resources. This source was used to explain the legacy of Jesus
through the Christian Church and its vast expansion across the globe.
"Famous Quotes." BrainyQuote. Xplore, n.d. Web. 29 Nov. 2014.
Brainy Quote provided quotes from different people all over the world. I used this primary
source to quote famous Christians, Jesus Christ as well as quotes about Jesus Christ.
"George Washington Carver Quotes." George Washington Carver Quotes (Author of George
Washington Carver in His Own Words). Goodreads Inc., n.d. Web. 30 Nov. 2014.
This site provided quotes from George Washington Carver, one of the Christians who I did
previous research on. I used this primary source to provide quotes from Carver that
expressed his belief in God.
John. New International Version. Biblica, Inc., 2011. Web. 30 Nov. 2014.

This website provides the Book of John in an online format. I used this primary source to
give an account of Jesuss life and to quote sentences from the Gospel in an easy to
understand translation.
Life Application Study Bible. 2nd Vers. Carol Stream: Tyndale House, 2007. Print.
This Study Bible provides the Bible text in New Living Translation, as well as footnotes,
maps, outlines, etc. I used this source to make my research and reference to the Bible easier
by using the outline which provided comparison of the Gospels and the differences
between them.
Luke. New International Version. Biblica, Inc., 2011. Web. 30 Nov. 2014.
This website provides the Book of Luke in an online format. I used this primary source to
give an account of Jesuss life and to quote sentences from the Gospel in an easy to
understand translation.
Mark. New International Version. Biblica, Inc., 2011. Web. 30 Nov. 2014.
This website provides the Book of Mark in an online format. I used this primary source to
give an account of Jesuss life and to quote sentences from the Gospel in an easy to
understand translation.
Matthew. New International Version. Biblica, Inc., 2011. Web. 30 Nov. 2014.
This website provides the Book of Matthew in an online format. I used this primary source
to give an account of Jesuss life and to quote sentences from the Gospel in an easy to
understand translation.
Secondary Sources
Augustinsen, Janet. "Jesus Leadership: A Model for Ministry." Ministry Magazine. General
Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists, Nov. 2010. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.

This source examines the leadership of Jesus and the importance of his leadership.
Augustinsen explains that it is through his calling, his disciples, his empowerment of
others, his integrity, etc. that Jesus exposes himself as a leader. I used this source to
illustrate Jesus' leadership qualities.
"Billy Graham Biography." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This secondary source examines the life of Billy Graham. Billy Graham is one of the most
noted Evangelical preachers in America. His inspiring sermons brought hope to many
during America's fight against communism. Graham also used media and the founding of
his ministry to greatly affect the spread of Christianity throughout the world. I used this
source as an example of how Christianity has greatly affected thousands across the globe.
Bush, Harold K. "Harriet Beecher Stowe, Spiritual Adventurer." ChristianityToday.com.
Christianity Today, 25 Feb. 2014. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This secondary source provides information on the life of Harriet Beecher Stowe. Harriet
Beecher Stowe is the author of the anti-slavery novel Uncle Toms Cabin. Although well
known for Lincolns remark to her about the Civil War, many are unaware of her profound
faith. I used this source to illustrate Stowes faith and the credit she gave to God for her
work.
Clue, Diane, Andrea Cornejo, Kelly Foster, Heidi Gilman, and Kerri Hitchcock. "George
Washington Carver." George Washington Carver. California State Polytechnic University,
n.d. Web. 30 Oct. 2014.
This secondary source provides information regarding the life of George Washington
Carver, a scientist and agricultural expert born during the Civil War by slave parents. He
used his agricultural expertise to lesson Southern dependency on cotton as well as

developed many products from peanuts, wood, etc. Carver was also a Christian who gave
credit to God for his accomplishments and talents. I used this source to give another
example of a Christian who has changed the world.
Craig, William Lane. "Rediscovering the Historical Jesus: The Evidence for Jesus."
ReasonableFaith.org. Reasonable Faith, n.d. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
The following secondary source provides information on Jesus including the way he taught
through parables and the credibility of Jesuss trial and crucifixion. I used this source to
illustrate how Jesus taught through parables so that regular day people could understand
and apply what he taught to their own lives.
Davis, Stephen T. "Why the Historical Jesus Matters." Grace Communion International. Grace
Communion International, n.d. Web. 02 Oct. 2014.
This secondary source examines the difference between the historical Jesus and Jesus
Christ. Davis uses evidence to support his claim that the Gospels are authentic and
Christianity is rooted in the idea of Jesus as the Son of God. I used this source to support the
idea that the Gospels support the idea that Jesus is the Son of God.
Grahn, Thorsten. "Jesus: The Role Model for Christian Leadership." Claybury International. One
Another Ministries, 11 Aug. 2011. Web. 12 Sept. 2014.
This secondary source provides information on how Jesus is the model servant leader and
why his servant hood mattered in his ministry. I used the information gathered from this
source to illustrate the character of Jesus by using examples such as when he washed his
guests feet.
Kimball, Spencer W. "Jesus: The Perfect Leader - Ensign Aug. 1979 - Ensign." The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Intellectual Reserve, Inc., n.d. Web. 08 Oct. 2014.

The following secondary source provides information on the teaching and character of
Jesus. Kimball points out how the individuals who we look up to share numerous
characteristics of Jesus. I used this source to provide information on the character of Jesus
and the reason why so many followed him.
Lewis, David L. "Martin Luther King, Jr. (American Religious Leader and Civil-rights Activist)."
Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica Inc., n.d. Web. 30 Oct. 2014.
Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister who led many Civil Rights Movements
promoting nonviolence such as the Montgomery bus boycott. Even after his assassination
in 1968 his efforts in the Civil Rights Movement led to the end of segregation in America.
I used this source as an example of a Christian whose efforts have greatly affected
American history.
"Mother Teresa Biography." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
This source gives an overview of the life of Mother Teresa a Catholic nun and one of the
most well-known humanitarians. Her foundation since her death in 1997 has grown to over
4,000 members, 610 foundations in 123 countries across all seven continents and has
established orphanages, nursing homes, family clinics, health clinics, a leper colonies, etc.
All of which has been done in the name of Jesus. I used this source as an example of how
Jesus has and continues to spread ideas of caring for the poor and sick across all nations
even thousands of years after his death.
"Peace, and the Legacy of Jesus - Perfect Peace." N.p., n.d. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
This secondary website provided information on the legacy of Jesus, mainly the Peace
given to the world because of Jesus sacrificial death and obedience to God. I used this

source to support the idea of Jesus legacy toward his Church and the gift of peace given to
those who follow him.
Plemon, Joe. "Twenty Christians Who Have Changed Our World." Personal Finance By The Book
RSS. Personalfinancebythebook.com, 27 Aug. 2010. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.
This site provided twenty Christians in all different fields who have effected people on a
global scale. From scientists who discovered laws about gravity to preachers who fought
for Civil Rights, Christians from all different backgrounds have greatly impacted the world
around them. I used this site to give specific examples of Christians who changed the world
and more specifically Martin Luther King Jr., George Washington Carver, and Harriet
Beecher Stowe.
Setzer, Claudia Tikkun. "The Historical Jesus." PBS. PBS, 17 July 1995. Web. 09 Sept. 2014.
This secondary source examines the differences between the historical Jesus and the Christ
of faith. I used this website to illustrate how Jesus is supported not only through history, but
through his thousands of followers across the globe.
Sufflebotham, Thomas. "A Reflection on Jesus's Leadership." Thinking Faith. Jesuits in Britain, 4
July 2012. Web. 02 Oct. 2014.
This secondary source provides information regarding the compassion and authenticity of
Jesus. Both, Scufflebotham points out make Jesus a great leader. I used this source to
illustrate the character of Jesus and how his character helped him gain followers.
"What Did Jesus Christ Do for the World?" What Did Jesus Christ Do for the World? N.p., n.d.
Web. 10 Oct. 2014.
This secondary source provides information of how Jesus and Christians effected the world
around them. I used this source to give statistics on Americans, provide examples of

Christians who have changed the world and how they did including founding charities,
humanitarian organizations, etc.