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NASB | Hebrews 9:27 And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Hebrews 9:27 And just as it is appointed and destined for all men to die once and after this [comes certain] judgment, |
Bible Question:
Hello, and greetings to you. I have also heard the "reports" that brain goes through these "hallucination" stages when 'near death'. But what about when the tests come back, that there was no life whatsoever? That brain was literally dead, and no sign of life in the body? How could the brain process anything when there is no brain activity, and why would it paint such pretty pictures? Why would it go to the extent to do that? And why do these people who are pronounced dead, come back to life and remember precisely what happened, in great detail? And have the feeling of complete "realness"? Alot of these stories I've read, HAVE changed their life for the better. People either A). change for the better, have a new found connection/relationship with God B). aren't sure what to make of their experience, they question themselves and their experience, and try to block it out and not deal with it. I've also read stories/testimonies on people who see demonic creatures, or not so pleasant images, darkness/blackness, lonliness. Like I said, if you go to http://www.near-death.com, you will read all the different experiences of people, not all are the same, but for some reason, the general concensus for most, is that they see this overpowering light that makes them feel at peace, a presence that overcomes them with emotion of love, sometimes un-worthiness. Some have told them (either an angel, relative, or God Himself) that it was not their time, or that they had a choice to go back to the physical world - but after being His presence have wanted to stay and never go back..because it was so Awesome. Most come back not because of choice, some come back because of family or someone needing them, or unfinished business. At any rate these stories are very interesting, and reading them helped me reconnect with God. They are powerful testimonies. I was in a car accident with my son last year (lost control on an icy bridge, went over the bridge, rolling the car about 20 times - 75 yrds down). At the time I didn't have a very close relationship with God, I even questioned if I believed the Bible or if Jesus actually lived. In the process of the accident, I cried out "Oh God!" - like I really needed him. At one point I was thinking "Oh my goodness, this could be it, this is how we could die." On the other hand, I felt a craddling feeling - everything blacked out. I felt at peace, I felt this AWESOME comfort and KNOWING that we would be ok. It was the most powerful yet gentle feeling I've ever experienced in my life. The car was totaled, but we were able to climb out, with no real injuries. Truly blessed. It didn't impact me until 7 months later when I decided to drive over the bridge again for the first time since the day of the accident. I was so scared (my mind was telling me to be scared), but as soon as I went over, I was at peace and even smiled (my soul feeling His presence). Since that day I realized, God is real, and if God is real, Jesus can exist, and thru that my life can be changed for the better. I started doing my research on near death experiences, then religions, and talking with people about their beliefs and viewpoints on spirituality, the bible, christianity etc. It lead me to the Bible. It lead me to God and Jesus. And that is the point I'm at today. I'm still learning, still exploring, still searching for answers and understanding, I guess. This forum is really helping me to open my eyes and get a better understanding. |
Bible Answer: I just went to the website you refered me to. This is not by any means connected with Christianity. I would avoid this web site like it was an open grave. Please remember that when anyone wants to take control of your thoughts that is not at all Christian. I would imagine as you mature in Christ you will be able to spot these phoney web sites, justme |