A Life Truly transformed

Becket's story is genuine and affection truly changed. I am inspired to stand for God and can see how when one wants to search for truth and meaning of life, we come to know THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE - JESUS CHRIST. Thank you Becket for sharing your testimony.
I pray this "That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus. - Philemon 1:6".

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A really helpful book

This is a very important book for Christian’s to read at this time in society. I loved Becket’s honesty in telling his story and the very practical advice he gives too.

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Humbling

As a lifelong Christian the question of homosexuality and the Bible has daunted me as the growing cultural acceptance has rubbed uncomfortably with my biblical understanding. Listening to Becket’s powerful and persuasive story of his conversion and conviction was enormously helpful and inspiring in guiding my future approach to friends and family who are part of the LGBT community. Heartfelt thanks!

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Brilliant and truthful.

As a psychiatrist I was skeptical of the author’s story at first. This was after seeing a television clip of him outlining his story. Now having read the book I am 100% convinced of its authenticity. Highly recommended reading for everyone interested in this subject, written by a true gentleman.

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Authenticity and Honesty

I have listened right the way through in a day. I was so uplifted by his miraculous story of healing and restoration as an adopted son of our Heavenly Father. In many ways I have also travelled the same path very recently. It is only by God's grace and mercy that I am alive and now look forward to being in heaven with my Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ and my Heavenly Father. I believe it is such a breakthrough for many of us who have come out of the LGBT life when we realise that the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is father to the fatherless, and we can call him Abba, because his only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, surrendered his own life in atonement for our sin on the cross and rose again from the dead in triumph for our redemption from the slavery of sin and the dominion of darkness. When like me you have wandered for too long in the desert, trying to find your own way and having self on the throne of your life, you are being prepared for an encounter with God's redeeming love as just as I was. Like Becket's, my life has been turned inside out and upside down and it is now in Christ alone. All other identities are of no significance to me. I am so grateful for people like Becket who share their life story to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ and to use it humbly as a vehicle to bring the lost into God's kingdom of everlasting light.

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Clear, short, accessible and a great listen

Becket has written this book so beautifully. It’s well structured and it’s content is relevant from beginning to end. I really appreciate how he gets to the heart of what he’s trying to say, is clear and firm but gentle and gracious too. I also appreciate how he backs up his claims with Bible references and adds quotes from other thinkers/writers. Highly recommend to anyone whatever you believe

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Intense, personal and pacey

I am sure this book will achieve great success. It is hugely accessible. A page turner in all honesty. A humourous, honest and pacey personal life account followed by a wonderful teaching adventure. I won't spoil anyone's reading experience by saying more although I want to!

One objection I do have is that he nearly seems to advocate Luther's belief in faith alone when in fact this clearly goes against Biblical teaching eg: “How does one receive salvation, justification, new birth and eternal life? By believing in Christ (Jn 3:16; Acts 16:31)? By repentance (Acts 2:38; 2 Pet 3:9)? etc. More examples below in note.

Also I think it would be good if the author gave some examples of people who have indeed successfully reorientated their sexual attractions to live a fulfilled and happy Christian married life with a spouse of the opposite sex.

Overall great read. Inspiring compassionate and challenging to us all to chose Christ over whatever our personal temptations may be.


Nb: Salvation - By baptism (Jn 3:5; 1 Pet 3:21; Titus 3:5)? By the work of the Spirit (Jn 3:5; 2 Cor 3:6)? By declaring with our mouths (Lu 12:8; Rom 10:9)? By coming to a knowledge of the Truth (1 Tim 2:4; Heb 10:26)? By maintaining the faith (Col 1:22-23; Mt 24:13)? By works (John 5:28-29; Rom 2:6, 7; James 2:24)? By grace (Acts 15:11; Eph 2:8)? By his blood (Rom 5:9; Heb 9:22)? By His righteousness (Rom 5:17; 2 Pet 1:1)? By His cross (Eph 2:16; Col 2:14)? )

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interesting

really well written and interesting. really enjoyed this book. challenging but speaks a lot of truth

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