Visions of glory lds book

Possible timeline using visions if ye are prepared, ye. You will discover that jesus is your only source of true hope, comfort, and courage for the future. Visions of glory by elaine williams on 932019 it is a good book but a bit difficult to follow at times as the author changes from one place to another such a lot, needs to be read through a few times i think, to be better understood, also as the author is american and has american way of saying things, its a bit difficult to understand for me. Those in this kingdom will dwell forever in the presence of god the father and his son jesus christ. Visions of glory and the dangers of non scriptural lds. In either case, the book opens your mind to the fantastic possibilities of what could be awaiting us on the other side. I have enjoyed it mostlycried over some parts,but always trusted what spencer said because i felt that as an active latter day saint the holy spirit would let me feel if it was not sincere.

Experience the neardeath phenomenon that has stunned thousands of readers. Visions of glory teaches doctrines that contradict lds scripture and prophets. The book moves through the main parts of the plan of salvation. I have enjoyed it mostlycried over some parts,but always trusted what spencer said because i felt that as an active latter. I read the part about evil spirits inhabiting the bodies of addicts and drunks, and was reminded of another nde book id read somewhere at some time that had very similar descriptions of demonic possession and visions of seedy, dimly lit bars and other such dens of iniquity. Happy to recommend everyone to read this great book regardless of their affiliation with the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Religious and other great items on ksl classifieds. Much more than a study of prophecy, lotzs passionate and practical exposition of the book of revelation looks into its awesome imagery to reveal a majestic picture of jesus in all his glory. Harrison of salt lake city who claims to have seen visions of events that will happen in the near future involving. The celestial kingdom is the highest of the three kingdoms of glory.

This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of the lds doctrine and mormon experience. Visions of glory pdf download free just only for you, because visions of glory pdf online book is limited edition and best seller in the year. Millet explores the experience of the prophet joseph smith along with his scribe sidney rigdon as they received one of the most remarkable revelations from godthe vision of the degrees of glory. Before i read visions of glory i was warned about some issues and inconsistencies it contained with lds doctrine. If the events described in the book from spencers visions are literal, then what. In order to understand a book like visions of glory one has to open.

It is interesting to compare what others report they have seen. It includes an account of visions of the spirit world, a. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. We dont always get it right, as it is unlikely that everyone would agree with the content of every book we sell. But i still find his visions and interpretations of his. Although i have dedicated my life to teaching the gospel of jesus christ, i do not speak for the church nor does this article necessarily represent the views of the. In this excerpt from the book, precept upon precept, robert l. Visions of glory is written by john pontius and recounts several visions and spiritual manifestations. Mormonleaks website squares off with mormon church, posts. Concerns about the book visions of glory meridian magazine. These historic periods of testimonythe old, the new, the book of mormon, and the latterdayshow similar patterns of revelation from god. The power and the glory is a masterful work of art recently shared with me by producer, larry blakely. Visions and nightmares in january 1832, joseph, emma, and the twins were living in the home of elsa and john johnson in hiram, ohio, about thirty miles south of kirtland.

I especially enjoyed the paintings showing joy a family, the resurrection, and the lords work and the glory. As the most published scholar on the book of isaiah in the world, dr. The vision of his glory 9780849940163 by anne graham lotz. I have recently noticed, while surfing around amazon, that john pontius has written several books in this genre. The book is an account by a church member who some believe to be thomas g. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latter. Joseph smiths vision of three degrees of glory, instead of one heaven and hell, was a challenge to many early latterday saints. God delivered his messages in the form of images housed within discrete visions, with each symbol explaining, exposing, or emphasizing. While a cleansing is imminent, there exists hope for a glorious millennial age. Ok, so ive read visions of glory, by john pontius, twice.

Avraham gileadi shares his nearly fourty years of research on isaiah, comparing current documented dreams, visions, and ndes like the book, visions of glory with the endtime predictions of isaiah. Now with allnew narration by rick gines and an updated biography by. Our relationship to the spirit world, good and bad spirits and how they interact with us. These true visionary accounts include the miracles of the millennium, the return of the ten tribes, the building of the new jerusalem and temple, and many other astonishing events long prophesied in scripture but never before described in such vivid detail. In this true account of neardeath experiences, we learn about the miracles of the millennium, and many other astonishing events long prophesied. Keeping that in mind, and remembering pontius disclaimer to not take everything in the book literally i was enthralled from beginning to end. I read hugh nibleys approaching zion twice all 650 pages of it. The visions of joseph smith and of the book of mormon prophets are comparable with those of the other testamental epochs.

One mans astonishing account of the last days kindle edition by pontius, john m. The trek back to missouri for the gathering of new jerusalem. Wish there was a central source compiled but i suppose it would be extensive and difficult to categorize. Later i picked up the book again and tried to get through some of the middle bits. I read denver snuffers the second comforter and john pontius following the light of christ twice. Introduction within two months of the churchs restoration, hiram page was claiming to receive revelation about the new jerusalem and other matters concerned with the last days. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able. Concerns about the book visions of glory lds magazine. Revelation 1 to 11 glory, and power, be unto the lamb. I believe as joseph smith stated the the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth.

But are the teachings presented in visions of glory really the. Although i have dedicated my life to teaching the gospel of jesus christ, i do not speak for the church nor does this article necessarily represent the views of the institution where i teach. The early saints might come to our churches today and wonder where all the visions, revelations and speaking in tongues have gone. Posted on march 19, 2015 march 19, 2015 author dustin categories emergency prep, lds books, new testament, old testament 10 comments on my thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius faith to heal stories of the prophet joseph smith never cease to amaze me. Visions of glorys portrayal of jesus christ and his method of interacting with the saints is not consistent with scripture. Smith vision internet john taylor vision internet charles evans vision internet cardston prophecy internet visions of glory, pontius dream of plagues, internet.

Well, it makes me want to be more prepared spiritually and temporally. Heavenly father knows exactly what we need and his chosen prophet and his counselors will lead us perfectly. I resisted reading visions of glory for quite some time. Keeping that in mind, and remembering pontius disclaimer to not take everything in the book. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs to feel the saviors love and wants greater understanding of hisher purpose on the earth, or if youre just curious and need a new book to read. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to put. I have been reading the book visions of glory and have found it very encouraging and faith building. Cedar fort publishing is the largest independent lds publisher. Find thousands of lds books, movies, music and more. Visions of glory by elaine williams on 932019 it is a good book but a bit difficult to follow at times as the author changes from one place to another such a lot, needs to. This visions of glory pdf kindle book is very recommended for you all who likes to reader as collector, or just read a book to fill in spare time. When i started out reading the book i was enthused, but after arriving at the middle, i knew it is all wishful thinking and money making from gullible mormons. Visions of glory 5 year anniversary edition paperback.

As amazing as the events in this book may be, it is inconsistent with the order of revelation taught by the lord through latterday prophets. Never take a pig to lunch and other poems about the fun of eating. Larry has had an impressive hollywood music career, but for 30 years, his dream has been to produce an album of lds hymns arranged and performed by world class musicians. The vision or the degrees of glory is a compilation of writings and sermons by early church leaders that touch upon this unique mormon doctrine of commensurate salvation for the living and for the dead. Enhance your weekly study with come, follow me support manuals and products. Their recipient is an anonymous informant called spencer in the book.

Visions of glory probably one of the most comprehensive books written with rich details about events of the last days shown in vision. The book of mormon by anonymous holy bible by anonymous jesus the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading visions of glory. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to put down.

That is part of the discussion process and we learn as we move forward. What we know about the degrees of glory from joseph smith. The church sent the wikileaksinspired website a takedown order after it published a leaked document detailing 17 issues and ideas that are leading people away from the gospel. One mans astonishing account of the last days john pontius. One mans astonishing account of the last days springville ut. Visions of glory is a fascinating and intense book. Ridges made easier series, al carraway, alonzo gaskill and hundreds more. Readers of visions of glory may wish to compare lds teachings and doctrines that differ from the book s teachings. I like that some people who have a very different way of conducting their spiritual lives.