Now I Call Him Brother
Now I Call Him Brother by Alec Smith, published by Marshalls in 1984, is a 128-page exploration of personal transformation and faith. The author, son of Zimbabwe’s last white Prime Minister, recounts his journey from a life of privilege and self-indulgence to one marked by a profound encounter with Jesus Christ. This experience reshapes his understanding of justice and oppression within the context of his country’s civil war, leading him to seek forgiveness and a purpose in reconciliation.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of religion and Christian living, as Smith shares his awakening to the struggles faced by many in Zimbabwe. The book presents a firsthand account of how faith can inspire individuals to become instruments of peace and change. Through his reflections, Smith illustrates the impact of spiritual awakening on personal and societal levels, offering insights into the complexities of his homeland during a tumultuous period.
Official synopsis Publisher
“Alec Smith, son of Ian Smith, Zimbabwe/Rhodesia’s last white Prime Minister, was born into privilege and brought up to believe in his own superiority. He led a debauched and selfish life until a dramatic experience of Jesus Christ radically changed his perceptions. Reconciliation with God brought a new awareness of injustice and oppression in his own country. Understanding for the first time the agonies that lay behind so many lives in his country – by then deep in a bloody civil war – he asked God to forgive him and use him in whatever way he could as an instrument of reconciliation and peace. What follows is a thrilling account of how God can take a dedicated life and help to change the course of history.” –Back cover.
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