Following the Light of Christ, PB

by John Pontius

Book Overview

Following the Light of Christ into His Presence is the owner's manual we were sent to earth without. Have you ever longed for a clear, precise, unambiguous description of the way to powerful... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555176437
• ISBN13: 9781555176433
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Cedar Fort
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Learn, Contemplate and Implement

Pontius take us through the things we must do (which we already know but are not doing) in order to have the Holy Ghost as our constant companion. As you study the gospel further and more deeply, you will find it so logical and simple to understand. Pontius' book is a good addition to the religious library for that person seeking for a deeper understanding of having your calling and election made sure as well as becoming the type of person you know you can be. A must read for one and all.

How to make your calling and election sure

I turned 50 in 1987 and decided I wanted to learn more about making my calling and election sure. So I entered into an intense study of this subject over the next several years. And then in 1997 I discovered Pontius' book on "Following The Light Of Christ Into His Presence". It had all the answers I had been looking for and I have since faithfully followed the precepts I learned with amazing results. For anyone who wants to make a spiritual advance in their eternal progression I highly recommend this book.

I can't give much higher praise.

How does one review a life-changing experience? I was skeptical at first, but knew in less than a chapter that I would owe more to John Pontius by the end of his book than I know how to convey. Its message is simple and powerful, its presentation straightforward and engaging. This book belongs to a very small and select group: Texts that I feel honored to have read.

Highly Recommended

When Family members first told me about this book, I admit I was a bit skeptical. The title sounded like a book about near-death experiences. But I'm glad I overcame that obstacle and read it anyway. While Pontius humbly acknowledges that this is his own work, and not a declaration of Church doctrine, I think he has has done an increadible job of clarifying the role of the Holy Spirit and it communicates with us on an individual basis. He makes a few statements that are certainly opinion, and not scripturally justifiable, (I.e. "[The spirit] nearly always prompts contrary to where we are headed."), but, on the whole, it is doctrinally sound and extremely enlightening.I see only three main drawbacks to this book, and they are superficial: 1) The cover art is unattractive, 2) There are numerous typos, and 3) The title may scare some awayIf these three things could be changed (and they easily could be), then this book could and should certainly be recognized as one of the great classics of LDS literature.

Doctrine of Christ profoundly, soundly discussed.

John Pontius is a very gifted writer, but even more gifted in understanding of the fundamental precepts of gospel truth.Pontius' book cogently addresses spiritual advancement rooted in Christ. It is both scriptural and real-life sensible. He has a grasp of gospel understanding that is far surpassing and rare, addressing both the early motions of faith as well as the advanced levels of growth and the challenges faced along the way.