John G. Paton: An Autobiography

One of the best missionary bio's I have read. John was a man driven to reach people with the Gospel and his life reflected that passion. If you love bio's of people with passion and perseverence this is a must read....

I love to read missionary sorties, this one, however,tops all of the ones I have read. The story of this great man's ministry among the cannibals is incredible. Believe me, you will not be disappointed. The way God used this man is truly inspiring.

If you like missionary biographies, you will find this missionary story to be one of the best you have ever read. I highly recommend it for families. Parents could read aloud to children who cannot yet read this level yet. Although sometimes the subject matter could be distasteful, Mr. Paton uses delicate terms as any gentleman would, but he tells the plain truth about the cannibals without denying them their dignity. Mr. Paton was a godly Christian man, and he tells his story with clarity, honesty, sensitivity and winsome humor. His Christ-like love for the cannibals and his perseverance through unbelievable trials will grip you and carry you through this book. His is a life that we in comfortable, apathetic America need to consider and take to heart. He was totally sold out to the Lord Jesus Christ and he was willing to die serving Christ in foreign lands. You will be inspired and and your faith strengthened by this story!

John Paton is a shining example that will not fade with time. His love for people, his wit when dealing with the child-like cannibals, and his never dying enthusiasm for the mission convicted me. I enjoyed every page of this book. Paton wrote in a way that was interesting, encouraging, and refreshing. The book might look large, but it is worth it to pick it up and read all the way through it. I loved it!