I didn't have a near death experience but I did have an angel speaking to me as I was drowning after falling out of a 4 seater float airplane (this in itself was a miracle that I lived. There is so much more to this whole experience. ) It was at the end of October and the lake was very cold, everyone had their boats off of the lake, except 1 boat was still on the shore. The man (who was a first responder) who owned the boat saw the accident happen and yelled for his neighbor to come help him, he also called 911. As I hit the water I didn't know where I was, when I was under the water, I was confused and didn't know what to do. I heard a Angels voice say relax and float. I got to the top of the water and started screaming as I was looking around where to go. I again heard the voice, I was told to remain calm, so I did. I was getting hypothermia and everything slowed down (I was later told this also saved my live by not struggling or panicking) I started praying to Jesus for help and to be able to see my first grandchild be born. I prayed and prayed. By the time the boat came to me I was under water and on my last breath, I felt someone pulling me up by my hair and winter jacket. I finally got into the boat and not sure what was happening. I couldn't stop shivering, I was so cold. I was brought to the hospital and warmed up. Then they did a CT scan to look for injuries, nothing was broken, but they found a black spot in my left lung. I had surgery mid Dec. During surgery they couldnt get to the spot and had to remove part of my rib to get to the spot the spot. They did a biopsy on the tissue, it was histoplasmosis, which left untreated can spread and be fatal. I left the hospital on Christmas Eve(with a drainage tube still in place)
I am so thankful for all of Gods plan that day, so many things lined up perfectly for our rescue. This was the beginning of my faith. I always believed in God since a child, but I didn't walk with Him. I was living worldly, praying when I needed or wanted something. By GODS GRACE I Have Been Saved.
Dawn, I wanted to thank you so much for meeting with me via the phone. I loved our conversation and felt very encouraged. Thank you for honoring me with your story. 🧡
It was an honor to speak with you, a blessing to me. I felt like I have known you as a friend for years, I was very comfortable speaking with you. I trust you completely with my story and know you will write it in prayer, respect and make it something beautiful. I am thankful God brought us together for your book. God bless you, my friend.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It feels like there’s an important lesson for us in listening to what you have to say and how heaven is our real home. It’s convicting me to get more focused on God.
I think it’s important we uphold each other. I feel encouraged to stay closer when I read other’s posts, and that includes you. Being honest about our vulnerability to sin is so important and you also do that well. No one is perfect here (except re God’s definition) and I pray people never feel judged on my feed or in my posts. 🧡
I loved reading this. I always “feel better” about life, about everything, when God is the center of my life. When I focus on Him and stay in His Word. 🙏🏼😊❤️
And thanks for the book rec! I’ll have to check them out!
Julie I love this. Ever since I was a child, I've had a longing to go to heaven and always felt it was my true home. But life tugged my attention away, and I had to learn how to step into 'the secret place' of His presence, which has been fairly recent. My heart longs for Him even as the pull of daily life keeps me busy doing. Many times I'm praying as I'm my hands are busy, seeking His presence in the activities of life. Especially cooking, which isn't my favorite task. It's so much better when I do it with Him. :-) Living in the tension, the pull, between heaven and earth is my definition of a faith walk.
I didn't have a near death experience but I did have an angel speaking to me as I was drowning after falling out of a 4 seater float airplane (this in itself was a miracle that I lived. There is so much more to this whole experience. ) It was at the end of October and the lake was very cold, everyone had their boats off of the lake, except 1 boat was still on the shore. The man (who was a first responder) who owned the boat saw the accident happen and yelled for his neighbor to come help him, he also called 911. As I hit the water I didn't know where I was, when I was under the water, I was confused and didn't know what to do. I heard a Angels voice say relax and float. I got to the top of the water and started screaming as I was looking around where to go. I again heard the voice, I was told to remain calm, so I did. I was getting hypothermia and everything slowed down (I was later told this also saved my live by not struggling or panicking) I started praying to Jesus for help and to be able to see my first grandchild be born. I prayed and prayed. By the time the boat came to me I was under water and on my last breath, I felt someone pulling me up by my hair and winter jacket. I finally got into the boat and not sure what was happening. I couldn't stop shivering, I was so cold. I was brought to the hospital and warmed up. Then they did a CT scan to look for injuries, nothing was broken, but they found a black spot in my left lung. I had surgery mid Dec. During surgery they couldnt get to the spot and had to remove part of my rib to get to the spot the spot. They did a biopsy on the tissue, it was histoplasmosis, which left untreated can spread and be fatal. I left the hospital on Christmas Eve(with a drainage tube still in place)
I am so thankful for all of Gods plan that day, so many things lined up perfectly for our rescue. This was the beginning of my faith. I always believed in God since a child, but I didn't walk with Him. I was living worldly, praying when I needed or wanted something. By GODS GRACE I Have Been Saved.
Amen
I am now a child of God and growing every day.
That is incredible!!!! Wow! He obviously still had plans for you. I so appreciate you sharing. May I message you?
Yes, please
Dawn, I wanted to thank you so much for meeting with me via the phone. I loved our conversation and felt very encouraged. Thank you for honoring me with your story. 🧡
It was an honor to speak with you, a blessing to me. I felt like I have known you as a friend for years, I was very comfortable speaking with you. I trust you completely with my story and know you will write it in prayer, respect and make it something beautiful. I am thankful God brought us together for your book. God bless you, my friend.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It feels like there’s an important lesson for us in listening to what you have to say and how heaven is our real home. It’s convicting me to get more focused on God.
I think it’s important we uphold each other. I feel encouraged to stay closer when I read other’s posts, and that includes you. Being honest about our vulnerability to sin is so important and you also do that well. No one is perfect here (except re God’s definition) and I pray people never feel judged on my feed or in my posts. 🧡
I loved reading this. I always “feel better” about life, about everything, when God is the center of my life. When I focus on Him and stay in His Word. 🙏🏼😊❤️
And thanks for the book rec! I’ll have to check them out!
He really does need to stay at the “center”, I agree. ☝️
Wow - that is the best result of all! Thank you for your openness and sharing too. Sometimes being the most vulnerable has the deepest impact.
Amen! Our experiences shape our lives and build a stronger relationship with the lord!
Gotta wonder if that is purposeful on His part, for sure.
Julie I love this. Ever since I was a child, I've had a longing to go to heaven and always felt it was my true home. But life tugged my attention away, and I had to learn how to step into 'the secret place' of His presence, which has been fairly recent. My heart longs for Him even as the pull of daily life keeps me busy doing. Many times I'm praying as I'm my hands are busy, seeking His presence in the activities of life. Especially cooking, which isn't my favorite task. It's so much better when I do it with Him. :-) Living in the tension, the pull, between heaven and earth is my definition of a faith walk.
He loves you sooooo much, Linda. He gave you a special glimpse.
Another wonderful installment of your Heaven posts. Thank you for helping us readjust our focus with heaven in mind.
I’m so glad that it was helpful. Are you telling me even missionaries struggle with keeping Him at the forefront? 😄
Don’t we all? Life does its thing and we can get sidetracked if we don’t keep focused. #stayclose
A concentrated effort no matter the shoes you are in, for sure.