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Unlikely Mormon: The Conversion Story of Glenn Beck

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Glenn Beck tells his story of going from a raging alcoholic to a church going Mormon, and of God's reality and mercy. When I first saw this DVD, I thought, great, just another being led to Jesus story--a whiny self promoting pulpit pounding affair.

I was wrong. Yes, Beck feels strongly about his faith, and, at first, I thought he perhaps was being too hard on Mormons as a people; however, he came through on all fronts. It's an often turbulent story of rejecting alcohol and finding self respect. My own grandfather had a similar experience, but it was at the end of his life, after he'd lost his wife and family to booze. After the beatings of my father, which he would do in a rage. He, too, finally found the help he needed and died clean and sober, at peace with God.

Beck's description of his denial, his finding reasons to drink, his constant inability to turn his back on alcohol and coke, his swearing, his profane and brutal treatment of people. "I once fired a person," he says, choking with emotion, "...for bringing me the wrong pen. I...don't even know his name." Finally, the black outs--periods of time in which his body functioned and his brain was asleep--became such of an issue with him family and his work, that he decided enough was enough. With his wife, Tanya, they decided to go on a church shopping tour, and this recounts that experience.

Whether you're a Mormon or a member of another faith, this account is well worth a place in your library. And if you know anyone in the clutches of alcoholism, this DVD could make a profound difference in their lives.

Unbelievably powerful. I hate to admit that I was in tears more than once as I listened to this very honest, straight from the heart account of the changing of a man's life. It does not matter what religion you believe in. This is more a story about the changing of a man, his growth, his terrors, and his redemption than it is about his joining the Mormon faith. I recommend it to ALL.

Glen is a genuine person who doesn't shy away from his past (unlike many people running from their choices). He candidly tells things as they are. "An Unlikely Mormon" is the inspiring story of his Conversion to Christ and the miracle God works in our lives. Glen asks honest questions and has the guts to live up to the answers.

I attended a speech that he gave a couple of years ago sharing his life story including the life altering events that let up to his joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and using the gospel of Jesus Christ as his moral compass and how due to some very real events that his life gained an inner-depth and joy previously missing despite his worldly success. Mr. Beck did not spare any details about how challenging his life and events surrounding it were certainly not easy or his choice to join the church and turn his life around a random accident. I had to admire the brutal honesty and integrity of a man willing to follow his search for truth no matter when it may take him. It was very engaging and impossible not to watch through to completion. To me this is a man anyone would be proud to call friend and at the very least completely engaged by his true story in his own words as only Glenn Beck could tell it. God bless you Glenn!

This DVD provides the explanation for the 'fusion' of Glenn Beck 'the man', Glenn Beck 'the entertainer', Glenn Beck 'the patriot', and Glenn Beck 'the one who fearlessly places his neck on the chopping block'. Faith in God on this level explains it all.

We watched Glenn's "Unlikely Mormon" together as a family. It was a hit with everyone. Our kids especially loved it. This is a very honest portrayal of Glenn's life and we are glad we found it!

Good times or bad times, Glenn Beck tells it like it was. It takes a humble spirit to acknowledge one's own faults and a real man to tearfully acknowledge God's influence in helping him shape his life for the good. Glenn is a self proclaimed comedian but this video is the real him.

Gave this to my family for Christmas. They loved it. Fascinating and uplifting. Especially helpful for my sister who is a recovering addict.

"'There is a way that seems right to a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death' (Proverbs 14:12).

The name "Glenn Beck" is now a household name among Americans, especially American conservatives. He is an extremely charismatic individual who is talented as an entertainer, political commentator, and spokesman for conservative values. He is most well known as the host of The Glenn Beck Program, a nationally syndicated talk-radio show, and the host of The Glenn Beck Show on Fox News. Not surprisingly, Beck has had six New York Times bestselling books, with five debuting at #1. If you have seen Glenn Beck on TV, whether you agree with his political views or not, you cannot deny that he is one of the most talented personalities on TV today. His ability to engage the viewer is a rare gift. He made Barbara Walters' 10 Most Fascinating People list of 2009. This being said, the conversion story of Glenn Beck is unique in its own right. Although the video is simply a monologue, Glenn engages the viewer in a truly entertaining style in a theatrical backdrop that invites you to feel comfortable with the potentially uncomfortable topic of Mormonism."

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Mr. Beck's story is powerful, moving and believable! As he states, the ONLY power on this earth that can transform one's life 180 degrees, as his was, is the power of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ! Glenn's story will have you crying with laughter and heartfelt emotion! Listen to his journey to the light-you will NOT be disappointed! A true inspiration in today's world!