Dying to Know Christ

This is a compelling pitch, especially for me a newly committed, less seasoned traveler. Always seeking wisdom so that God may be better known to me, knowing that he already knows my heart. Doubts need to be erased and you have provided a handy tool to help clean the blackboard. I will continue reading.
Tom Balderston
The Wonder of Terra

You definitely know your bible and your Christian faith clearly shines through. I agree with many of the points that you make especially the point about spiritual death. Backed with pleasure.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

Dear Leighton, just a short comment on your intro. The idea of the 'soul' living on forever in torment in hell is a controversial one amongst Christians (e.g. the Bible consistently talks of our mortality apart from belief in Christ, nowhere saying we have inherent immortality , but rather saying the opposite in many places, and Jesus instructs us not to fear man who can kill the body and not the soul, but rather to fear God who can destroy both in hell) and an off-putting one for non-Christians. Perhaps your book would have a wider readership without this material in the introduction, and I don't think it will detract from the wonderful message of dying to self you present. You may disagree, but there's my two cents worth. All the best. David

Leighton, I approach my Christian faith differently than many others. But I guess we all try to get to the same place. I have your book on my watchlist, and I will get to it soon. Mine is a novel with plenty of spiritual references to suggest that reading the Word might open the eyes to people who need redemption.
John Green
The Dakota Principle

Always receptive to writing that provides greater insight into the Word. Thank you for this. We all willingly reject Christ with each sin, but forgiveness was provided by his life, death and resurrection. Thanks be to the Lord. May I not have thoughts that willingly reject Christ on my death bed. If we hear the Word of God do we become doers? Are there those who claim to hear yet remain deaf to the Truth? I will read your every written word.
Tom Balerston
The Wonder of Terra

Leighton,
I love what I read so far in Dying to Know Christ with all the Biblical quotes and look forward to seeing the complete work. Backed with enthusiasm.

Hi Leighton, An interesting argument about death and especially spiritual death. It’s well-delivered and has nice transition from one point to the next. The scriptural references illustration the points well. Shelved – Katherine (The Swan Bonnet)

Leighton: do apologize for this spam comment but I did BACK your book. Though my book is currently on the Ed's Desk, I can still use your comments on my book before the end of this month. Thanks - cheers!

JC
The Obergemau Key

Dying to Know Christ

Leighton Ainsworth

Constructive and inspirational and backed on this basis. Self-denial would be an interesting process to try - I remember Hesse's Siddhartha following the life of a young man set on the course of a spiritual journey beginning with self-denial. Your piece underscores the importance of this spiritual journey which I think in modern times man has ignored in a big way. Thanks for this impressive reminder.

DYING TO KNOW CHRIST
This is a thought provoking book. Your writing style is good for this; clear and easy to follow. I think you’ll find a wide audience for this among people who are questioning their spiritual health and looking for this type of common sense advice. I’m happy to add it to my shelf. If you have a moment, would you look at mine (Grain of Salt)? I’m in 3rd place but only holding on by my teeth. Burgio

Hey Lieghton, amen! :-) And backed.

blessings,
jim
jack & charmian london

Hi Lieghton,
Powerful writing that speaks to the heart. If one says one is a Christian, one must BE a Christian.
BACKED.
Best wishes,
Barry
LITTLE KRISNA AND THE BIHAR BOYS

Dear Leighton

your pitch grabbed me, and as I read on you have given much to think about. your short pitch makes me think of Saul on the road to Damascas and what was said . I too try so to every let the little 'I' die. a little and allow God. Your book gives much to reflect, much to aspire.


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Denise
The Letter

Thought provoking and intelligent - backed with pleasure.

Liz
The Cheech Room
A Fine Pickle

Hi Leighton,

I have backed your book because I was hooked by the pitch, loved the introduction and read on. How much more I read depends on time and commitment.

Enjoy everything and good luck.

Rusty Bernard
The Mental Pause

Dear Leighton, I love that you have used scriptures to share how to really live for Jesus. :) Easy to say, hard to do - love overcomes a multitude of sins. :) I am glad that He is the God of the living, Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob, & not of the dead & I will live with Jesus forever. :) Your pitch was very concise, preparing me for your spiritual, physical, & ego deaths. :) Hope you'll write a lot of books living for Jesus with agape love & to please Him. :) We are created for His purpose. :) I've backed your book :) - hope you'll take a moment to back my 2 memoir/testimony books. :) Thanks. :) Love, Susie :)

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Amazing work, happy to back it.
Best of luck with it,
Helen
The Last Dream

Thank you for your constructive message, I have not had it professionally proof read yet and so it is entirely possible that there are many more errors like this in the manuscript. The title is a work in progress and would certainly consider any suggestions.

Thank you for your constructive message, I have not had it professionally proof read yet and so it is entirely possible that there are many more errors like this in the manuscript. The title is a work in progress and would certianly consider any suggestions.

I think there is a theme of selflessness thatresonates in
the text, but I don't think the pitch and title really convey the
meaning of the work.

A few punctuation, grammar and tone slips distract from the read, and
some repetition weakens the message.

I really hope that many people are inspired by your efforts, good luck. Paula Barrett (Cuthbert-how mean is my valley)

DYING TO KNOW CHRIST
Dear Leighton - welcome to authonomy.
Spiritual, and very thought provoking, within this books theme. There are some parts of the text that could be simplified a little but overall a steady hand. Masses of research must have been conducted to write this - well done.Good luck on here.
If you get a chance woUld you please take a look at my novel - entirely different from yours of course - thanks. Any comments/backing are always greatly received!
Faith
THE ASSASSINS VILLAGE

I think there is a theme of selflessness thatresonates in
the text, but I don't think the pitch and title really convey the
meaning of the work.

A few punctuation, grammar and tone slips distract from the read, and
some repetition weakens the message.