4.31/5
Author: Marvin J. Besteman, Lorilee Craker
Publication Date: Sep 1, 2012
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Kindle,Hardcover,Audible Audiobook,Audio CD
Rating: 4.31/5 out of 2890
Publisher: F. H. Revell Co
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4.75Sep 29, 2012
Though I consider myself a woman of deep faith, even I was skeptical of Marvin Besteman’s celestial journey to heaven and back…before I read his memoir, that is. Having already read several memoirs within the last few years of people who had had a near-death heavenly experience, I probably would not have bothered to pick this one up at all had not my neighbor co-authored it with him, and spoken to me during the process of Marv’s inspirational story. I’m so glad I did. Not only am I reminded of Though I consider myself a woman of deep faith, even I was skeptical of Marvin Besteman’s celestial journey to heaven and back…before I read his memoir, that is. Having already read several memoirs within the last few years of people who had had a near-death heavenly experience, I probably would not have bothered to pick this one up at all had not my neighbor co-authored it with him, and spoken to me during the process of Marv’s inspirational story. I’m so glad I did. Not only am I reminded of my future forever home, but I also feel that I’ve met a new friend through Lorilee Craker’s faithful representation of the voice and mannerisms of this “hardheaded Hollander,†whose stoic Dutch personality and career as a banker never prepared him for such a literary pursuit, nor the limelight such attention might engender. Here’s this regular old guy, not given to the least bunk (his term), telling us about meeting Peter at the gate and even having a little argument with him. Angels, check. Colors, lights, check. Lost loved ones, the Book(s) of Life, an ocean, etc., he confirms many things about heaven that are familiar, and answers many pressing questions as well, with odd curiosities added along the way. Though Marv never intended to spend his days in the arduous writing of this book (“I’d rather be golfingâ€), he felt an “urgency to tell people about my experience, because who knows how long I’ve got until I go back?†A question facing all of us, ultimately.October 28, 2016
Marvin Besteman was a graduate of Calvin College, a veteran of the US Army, and a retired bank president. He passed away in January 2012 after completing the final manuscript for his book, MY JOURNEY TO HEAVEN. Besteman's coauthor, Lorilee Craker, is a speaker, entertainment writer, and author of se...Full ReviewNovember 27, 2017
Extremely inspirational and encouraging...gives me the desire to Praise God and share the powerful love od God through Jesus Christ...hallelujah!!!Oct 10, 2012
I was a bit skeptical with this book in the beginning, but the level of detail the author was able to bring to the sights and sounds of being at Heavens door was very compelling. he did a good job of relating directly to scipture to substantiate the prophesy of what Heaven is to be like when we arrive at our due time. It was also emphasized that he didn't experience every single thing we read in scripture and that all of his experiences could not even be described with the knowledge we have here I was a bit skeptical with this book in the beginning, but the level of detail the author was able to bring to the sights and sounds of being at Heavens door was very compelling. he did a good job of relating directly to scipture to substantiate the prophesy of what Heaven is to be like when we arrive at our due time. It was also emphasized that he didn't experience every single thing we read in scripture and that all of his experiences could not even be described with the knowledge we have here on earth.May 10, 2016
Marvin Besteman was a graduate of Calvin College, a veteran of the US Army, and a retired bank president. He passed away in January 2012 after completing the final manuscript for his book, MY JOURNEY TO HEAVEN. Besteman's coauthor, Lorilee Craker, is a speaker, entertainment writer, and author of several books on parenting and relationships. Together, they tell the story of Marvin's dramatic and ...Aug 02, 2019
2.5 stars. I’ve always had a morbid fascination with near death experiences. I love hearing about them, reading about them, thinking about them—what have you—which is why I picked this up in the first place.Sep 07, 2012
Inspiring, humorous, and thought-provoking, My Journey to Heaven should definitely be on your "must read" list this year! Marvin's trip to heaven is recounted in wonderful detail, and I greatly enjoyed the style in which this book is written. Besteman is not a man who takes himself too seriously, and the result is a lighthearted book that deals with a deep subject matter - the reality of heaven, and the fantastic experience that awaits us at the end of our lives. I loved how he incorporated so Inspiring, humorous, and thought-provoking, My Journey to Heaven should definitely be on your "must read" list this year! Marvin's trip to heaven is recounted in wonderful detail, and I greatly enjoyed the style in which this book is written. Besteman is not a man who takes himself too seriously, and the result is a lighthearted book that deals with a deep subject matter - the reality of heaven, and the fantastic experience that awaits us at the end of our lives. I loved how he incorporated so much scripture into his story, and the fact that God chose a more conservative type of individual to have the experience Marvin had seems to lend even greater credibility to what happened. I also loved how he pointed people back to Jesus, offering the assurance of salvation through faith in Christ, an assurance that we too can enjoy heaven and the wonder that it holds.Dec 21, 2015
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Wow - the reason Marvin was sent back? To write this book. Amazing story. As someone who traveled the tunnel 39 years ago, there are elements I look for when I read these books and I usually start out skeptical - the elements are all there. I loved Marv's biblical correlations and especially enjoyed his delving into Peter's character, as well as the emphasis on the people he saw beyond the barrier - especially the babies Wow - the reason Marvin was sent back? To write this book. Amazing story. As someone who traveled the tunnel 39 years ago, there are elements I look for when I read these books and I usually start out skeptical - the elements are all there. I loved Marv's biblical correlations and especially enjoyed his delving into Peter's character, as well as the emphasis on the people he saw beyond the barrier - especially the babies â¤ï¸ ...moreNov 18, 2014
Actually I listened to the audio book and it was awesome! Very encouraging and believable! This book is definitely 5 stars! It actually jumpstarted me to listen to many more books. I thank Ashton T. for bring back to my love of books!Mar 10, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. He was very descriptive and that added to the enjoyment of it all. I would recommend this book to anyone who would like to get a glimpse of the afterlife. There is a small part of me that wonders if any of it was fabricated but I prefer to take it at face value. it was good reading!Nov 12, 2018
I loved this book over much. It gives me hope and a major peace of the ones I loved that are now gone. Thank you...Jul 23, 2018
What a Spiritual Journey this is!Dec 27, 2018
Marvelous book!Oct 05, 2017
This was a very interesting and thought-provoking read. Whether you believe it or not this book is very well written and loaded with details. It held my interest throughout right to the end. The descriptions of the angels and people seen while waiting at the gate to heaven are quite believable. I would recommend this book to everyone.May 03, 2018
I've read quite a few other books of this sort and that is why I only gave this one four stars. It's inspiring but others have gone deeper. My favorite is still Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife.Apr 30, 2018
EnjoyableJun 02, 2019
Just the way I imagined it to beNov 11, 2019
I was admittedly skeptical at first when I started reading this, but Marv is a very charming writer, and I felt comforted by his words. There’s just something about the way he wrote this that made me feel like I could trust him... that made me believe he wasn’t just making this up. I’m thankful I came across this book. It was a very intriguing and comforting read. I also love how straight to the point he was too. He didn’t make this book unnecessarily long; he simply did what God asked him to I was admittedly skeptical at first when I started reading this, but Marv is a very charming writer, and I felt comforted by his words. There’s just something about the way he wrote this that made me feel like I could trust him... that made me believe he wasn’t just making this up. I’m thankful I came across this book. It was a very intriguing and comforting read. I also love how straight to the point he was too. He didn’t make this book unnecessarily long; he simply did what God asked him to do. He shared his heavenly experience for those willing to listen. ...moreMay 15, 2017
This book is a man's account of his alleged trip to heaven while heavily drugged with pain medications, interspersed with his biographical notes. It is most interesting for the incredible amounts of detail about heaven that the author reports, details that are in some ways unexpected considering Christian tradition. But those details are rather superficial, reflecting a pretty literal reading of scripture (i.e., the book of life is an actual book, etc.). As an inspirational work it may leave This book is a man's account of his alleged trip to heaven while heavily drugged with pain medications, interspersed with his biographical notes. It is most interesting for the incredible amounts of detail about heaven that the author reports, details that are in some ways unexpected considering Christian tradition. But those details are rather superficial, reflecting a pretty literal reading of scripture (i.e., the book of life is an actual book, etc.). As an inspirational work it may leave readers underwhelmed. ...moreApr 18, 2018
Interesting tale of a man who "died" after pancreatic surgery but returned to tell his story. I like to read these books because I find them to be comforting. The promise of Heaven and an afterlife is something I am looking forward to (hopefully not anytime soon though!) This story, while compelling, was not anything special or different than other experiences I have read about. I was hoping for more detail. Although I trust the author shared as much information as he could, it sounds like he Interesting tale of a man who "died" after pancreatic surgery but returned to tell his story. I like to read these books because I find them to be comforting. The promise of Heaven and an afterlife is something I am looking forward to (hopefully not anytime soon though!) This story, while compelling, was not anything special or different than other experiences I have read about. I was hoping for more detail. Although I trust the author shared as much information as he could, it sounds like he did not get a chance to have a very long visit. A very quick read if you need something uplifting. ...moreJul 01, 2017
It is difficult to rate a book as heartfelt and sincere as this, its like putting a value on a child or a friend. Still there are certain strengths and weaknesses to its messages and audiences who will find it more meaningful than others. The author is coming from a protestant Calvanist point of view so he does put a lot of emphasis on being saved and has a very solid matter of fact attitude. In fact in the first few chapters this attitude repelled me somewhat, and it wasn't until his chapter on It is difficult to rate a book as heartfelt and sincere as this, its like putting a value on a child or a friend. Still there are certain strengths and weaknesses to its messages and audiences who will find it more meaningful than others. The author is coming from a protestant Calvanist point of view so he does put a lot of emphasis on being saved and has a very solid matter of fact attitude. In fact in the first few chapters this attitude repelled me somewhat, and it wasn't until his chapter on seeing children that I could feel the heart in this story. He really connects with anyone who has lost children early or miscarried as he has a vision of many of those children. Also has a cool insight and vision of Peter at heaven's gate. ...moreJan 26, 2019
I've read a few books now on NDE's (near death experiences) and other heaven related matters and this was my least favourite.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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