In 1974 Charles W. Colson pleaded guilty to Watergate-related offenses and, after a tumultuous investigation, served seven months in prison. In his search for meaning and purpose in the face of the Watergate scandal, Colson penned Born Again. This unforgettable memoir shows a man who, seeking fulfillment in success and power, found it, paradoxically, in national disgrace and prison. In more than three decades since its initial publication, Born Again has brought hope and encouragement to millions. This remarkable story of new life continues to influence lives around the world. This expanded edition includes a brand-new introduction and a new epilogue by Colson, recounting the writing of his bestselling book and detailing some of the ways his background and ministry have brought hope and encouragement to so many.
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"Great story of redemption. Colson goes from being a political hachet man to one of the most influential voices of Christianity. I highly recommend this book. For people who have struggled with their faith, they will likely recognize themselves. For those who have never had serious struggles, it may help you empathize more with those of us who have."
— Jeff (5 out of 5 stars)
" Like the title, every born again christian should read this. Colson has a tremendous testimony and is a source of inspiration. "
— David, 2/14/2014" Having an empty feeling about life? This book provides a look at one whose attitudes, wants and focus changed. A great read. "
— Tom, 2/12/2014" Biography of his life. He was part of the Nixon administration that went to jail for Watergate. It was in prison that he found God and became the founder of Prison Fellowship. A great read! "
— Deonna, 2/7/2014" i admire colson's work with prisoners in founding prison fellowship and i'm glad Jesus turned him around, but he's a stick in the mud 5 point calvinist old curmudgeon who complains about contemporary music, men wearing shorts, etc "
— Larry, 1/24/2014" This is a great book, especially if you've lived through Watergate and the turbulant '70s. If you're looking for something that would give you insight into that era, I suggest you read this book. What's amazing is that the turbulance of the '70s and the revival that took place in the Jesus Movement, mirrors today's turbulance and impending revival. "
— Vikki, 1/24/2014" I recently remembered that I read this book in 2001 after the Billy Graham Crusade in Fresno. I'm sad that I don't remember more of it, I might re-read it at some point. I do remember enjoying the conversion story of Mr. Colson and I found his journey through prison life intriguing. "
— Candice, 1/19/2014" A very good book as Charles Colson recaps his life in going from a key person in Nixon's White House, to prison, to God. "
— Jane, 1/18/2014" Compelling account of Colson's journey to faith. "
— Dave, 1/5/2014" Excellent! Redeeming...Christ can save anybody! "
— Frank, 12/30/2013" not done with it but its good so far :) "
— Joshua, 12/27/2013" A very humbling story, that will really make you question your level of intelligence and status compared to the author.This book help a pastor in convincing me to become one. "
— Joe, 12/14/2013" If you haven't read and were born after 1974, read it. If you were born in or before 1974, read it too! "
— Scott, 12/12/2013" Christianity Today editors' description: As we now know, the metamorphosis of a Nixon administration crook into a prison evangelist wasn't just a phase. "
— Crossroads, 12/11/2013" Very good reallife story of one man's reawakening and journey. "
— Jason, 12/11/2013" Simple honesty about finding his faith in the midst of imprisonment. "
— Jim, 8/12/2013" interesting insight into Watergate and Nixon "
— Elizabeth, 3/4/2013" Five stars are not enough for this book. what an amazing story! I absolutely loved this book. To see how God pulled Chuck in and then used him was captivating. "
— Becki, 2/27/2013" You gotta love Chuck Colson. Guy commits rampant felonies against his country, goes to prison, comes out even MORE holier than the rest of us, and is so completely certain ... and so completely wrong about everything. His little group, The Family or some scheiss, now secretly controls Washington. "
— Rich, 10/21/2012" This was Colson's first book, written the minute he got out of prison. It an amazing testimony, and really teaches you a lot about the White House and Watergate as well. "
— Brent, 6/15/2012" Great book. Amazing testimony to God's grace and power to transform through Christ. "
— Kathy, 1/19/2012" Fascinating. Began my adult interest in politics and Chuck Colson. "
— Ann, 1/11/2012" Chuck Colson is a very cool guy. You never know, maybe Watergate happened just so Chuck could get to know Jesus and help others come to Christ. "
— Jana, 11/28/2011" The trials and tribulations of an amazing man, Colson was Nixon's right hand man in the midst of the Watergate scandal. Highly recommended "
— William, 7/25/2011" If I ever thought about devoting my life to prison reform, this would be the book I'd credit. I'm glad I read it, it was interesting and I learned alot, what more could you ask for? "
— Kat, 7/7/2011" Five stars are not enough for this book. what an amazing story! I absolutely loved this book. To see how God pulled Chuck in and then used him was captivating. "
— Becki, 4/24/2011" Having an empty feeling about life? This book provides a look at one whose attitudes, wants and focus changed. A great read. "
— Tom, 4/8/2011" A very good book as Charles Colson recaps his life in going from a key person in Nixon's White House, to prison, to God. "
— Jane, 1/9/2011" Great storyteller. But I'm still a little suspicious... "
— Isaac, 7/16/2010" Compelling account of Colson's journey to faith. "
— Dave, 7/16/2009" This was Colson's first book, written the minute he got out of prison. It an amazing testimony, and really teaches you a lot about the White House and Watergate as well. "
— Brent, 5/28/2009" Chuck Colson is a very cool guy. You never know, maybe Watergate happened just so Chuck could get to know Jesus and help others come to Christ. "
— Jana, 12/22/2008" Great testimony on how power can corrupt and how God will use trials for his everlasting Glory! "
— Mike, 8/25/2008" i admire colson's work with prisoners in founding prison fellowship and i'm glad Jesus turned him around, but he's a stick in the mud 5 point calvinist old curmudgeon who complains about contemporary music, men wearing shorts, etc "
— Larry, 4/7/2008" this is one of my all time favorite books. i'm such a fan of biographies and this is an amazing story of one man's downward spiral via the watergate scandal, to God lifting him up. for chuck, he had to hit rock bottom in jail before he was ready to turn to Jesus. "
— Lynnsy, 2/17/2008" want my opinion? <br/> <br/>if he lied back then - which we know he did - then he's lying now again in this book. "
— Daniel, 1/28/2008" Biography of his life. He was part of the Nixon administration that went to jail for Watergate. It was in prison that he found God and became the founder of Prison Fellowship. A great read! "
— Deonna, 5/29/2007" An inspiring story about how the White House Watergate hatchet man found faith and a new purpose in life. "
— Julz, 4/13/2007Charles W. Colson (1931–2012) was a popular and widely known author, speaker, and radio commentator. A former presidential aide to Richard Nixon and founder of the international ministry Prison Fellowship, he wrote several books that have shaped Christian thinking on a variety of subjects, including Born Again, The Body, Loving God, How Now Shall We Live?, The Good Life, and The Faith.
Jon Gauger is the announcer for Dr. Paul Nyquist’s weekly teaching program, Moody Presents. He writes and produces a weekly commentary, creates special documentaries, and has traveled to thirty countries covering stories for Moody Radio. Gauger has also done extensive freelance voice-over work, including a number of audiobook projects.