Pastor Don Piper died January 18, 1989 when a
semi-tractor truck crushed his car. Declared dead by the first rescue
workers to arrive on the scene, Don's body lay under a tarp for the next
90 minutes. Don's soul, meanwhile, was experiencing
love, joy, and life like he'd never known before. Don was in Heaven.
When another pastor's prayers helped bring Don back to
life, he became a living miracle! Yet this is one miracle Don wished
never happened. Heaven's bliss was replaced by excruciating pain and
emotional turmoil. With the support and prayers
of his beloved Eva, their three kids, and friends near and far, Don
clings to his faith in God and fights to regain a semblance of his
previous life. The Piper family's incredible true story of perseverance
and overcoming the challenges of life - and death
- will bring hope and encouragement to all who see it. (publisher description)
My Review: If you are looking for a book that is completely filled with images and experiences of being in Heaven, this is not the book for you. But, I would also be more skeptical if that had been his focus. The book told enough to share his assurance that Heaven is real and that it is indescribable. Too many details would make me doubt the veracity of his experience.
My Review: If you are looking for a book that is completely filled with images and experiences of being in Heaven, this is not the book for you. But, I would also be more skeptical if that had been his focus. The book told enough to share his assurance that Heaven is real and that it is indescribable. Too many details would make me doubt the veracity of his experience.
I did love the story of the power of prayers to make a profound impact. I am sure Mr. Piper was a man of compassion before the accident, but his ability to respond to others facing similar situations sends a tremendous message. He confesses to sometimes wanting to die, especially after leaving a place of great joy and peace. However, instead of being bitter over the constant pain and adjustments he has had to make, Piper turned his suffering into a source of strength and hope to encourage people. To me, the message of the book was that we can endure whatever happens in life---when we have our community who supports us with prayer, God and the promise of Heaven ahead. "Now, Lord, what do I wait for? My hope is in You." ~ Psalm 39:7
GIVEAWAY: FlyByPromotions has a copy of the movie edition of the book for one of my readers. Leave a comment to enter by end of day September 15th.
Disclaimer: I was provided with a copy of this book by FlyBy Promotions in order to write a fair and honest review. The book was my only compensation.
I also want to mention that there is a film version of the book coming out this month!
About the movie presented by Giving Films:
Disclaimer: I was provided with a copy of this book by FlyBy Promotions in order to write a fair and honest review. The book was my only compensation.
I also want to mention that there is a film version of the book coming out this month!
About the movie presented by Giving Films:
Releases in theaters everywhere September 11, 2015
Rating: PG-13 (for intense accident and injury images)
Starring Hayden Christensen (Star Wars: Episode II -
Attack of the Clones, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith),
Kate Bosworth (Remember The Titans, Blue Crush) Michael W. Smith, Fred
Thompson, Dwight Yoakam, and Jason Kennedy, 90
Minutes In Heaven is based on the inspiring New York Times best-selling book that has sold 7 million copies.
About Giving Films:
Giving Films is passionate about sharing hope-filled movies and donating ALL of their profits to charities and ministries who serve those in need. Beginning with their first film, 90 Minutes In Heaven, Giving Films is allowing
all of us to be a part of making a difference. Anytime you go to a Giving Films movie in theaters, visit http://www.givingfilms.
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