Born Again

What Really Happened to the White House Hatchet Man

By: Charles Colson

Narrated by: Jon Gauger

Length: 13 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's summary

Born Again is the autobiography of one of the most influential men of our time. It is not only a remarkable story of one man's redemption in Christ, but a fascinating look inside the events of one of America's most riveting sagas.

In the 1970s, against the backdrop of the explosive Watergate scandal, Charles Colson revealed the story of his own search for meaning during the tumultuous investigations that led to the collapse of the Nixon administration. A convicted former special counsel to the president, Colson paradoxically found new life - not with success and power, but while in national disgrace and serving a prison sentence.

©2008 Charles Colson (P)2011 Oasis

Strong historical autobiography

I was young enough when Watergate was going on that I don't remember. This was a powerful book and I had trouble putting it down.

Inspiring story of redemption and honesty

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I would. Not only is it great to learn about the history of our country, but it's the story of how one person's life has affected so many countless others for good.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the way Colson was a man of integrity and honesty and made the hard choices in life.

Any additional comments?

This book is wonderful--and Colson was a man after God's own heart. I appreciate his honesty and the way he described how his life was when he was Nixon's advisor.

Hatchet Man

Colson gives us truth-filled picture of what the Watergate scandal looked like from his point of view. The story is that Colson worked for Nixon and could pretty much be relied upon to get anything done (aka Hatchet Man). Colson explains his subsequent conversion and time in prison. It was a fascinating and informative book that I would recommend to anyone.

God's Powerful Moving On Nixon's Hatchet Man!

Tremendous story of God's saving grace, using Brother Colson to start a moment in reaching Convicts with the love of Jesus Christ! This Ministry lasts far beyond Chuck's own life, but of course he is with the Lord now! Powerful testimony on how God changed Nixon's former Hatchet Man into God's Man! Great true story and narration - I dare you to listen, and learn! John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17 ✝️

Redemption and second chances by God’s will.

Moving testimony of Charles Colson from his success’s full and ambitious career as Richard Nixon’s right hand attorney and hatchet man to his arrest from Watergate , prison sentence, followed by his redemption and surrender that resulted in the founding of Prison fellowship .

Fantastic!!

Hearing his story in his own words and learning the history behind watergate and the ministry which filled it was wonderful!!

Powerful

Very inspiring and emotional! Praise be to Jesus for Colsons obedience to disciple. Wonderful programs came out of this experience, Angel Tree n Prison Fellowship!

Outstanding

Would you consider the audio edition of Born Again to be better than the print version?

Have not read the book, but the audio version adds a lot of color & expression that words cannot replicate.

What other book might you compare Born Again to and why?

Never Surrender by Lt Gen Jerry Boykin - both faced tremendous scrutiny & persecution in their powerful positions in the US Govt/Military. But through their faith & peace in Jesus, they were able to come thru the turmoil and go on to impact many many persons to the Kingdom.

Which character – as performed by Jon Gauger – was your favorite?

I loved Pres Nixon's persona presented

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I captured my full attention. I listened to the first 10 chapters in the first sitting!

Any additional comments?

Outstanding testimony of how power, prestige & position are not enough to fulfill the inner void that only a personal relationship with Jesus can fill.

Definitely Top Ten

This is definitely one of the best books I have ever read. It's right up there with such literature as:
Saving Leonardo by Nancy Pearcey
The Consequences of Ideas by R. C. Sproul
The Soul of Science by Nancy Pearcey and (haha) Chuck Colson
The Shack by William Paul Young
The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis
Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis
And other great books that I don't remember the names of. I would recommend this book, along with all the others, to anyone who would listen. This very much earned a 5/5 rating.

Gripping

God's amazing love and grace is so evident in this story!! I loved it and would read it again in a heart beat!