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"In His Steps" is a religious fiction novel written by Charles Monroe Sheldon. It was published in 1896 and has sold over 50 million copies, making it one of the bestselling books of all time. The book explores the concept of "What would Jesus do?" and gained popularity for its use of this phrase. The story takes place in the city of Raymond and follows the life of Rev. Henry Maxwell, who challenges his congregation to ask themselves this question before making any decisions. The novel consists of various episodes that focus on individual characters and how their lives are transformed by this challenge. The book also has a sequel called "Jesus Is Here," where Christ visits the characters from the original story. The sequel was controversial in its time and explores the impact of Jesus through kindness and encouragement rather than dramatic miracles. Overall, "In His Steps" is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers.
