Posted on 03/15/2011 8:11:04 AM PDT by alleyesonCHRIST
Heaven is for Real is a terrifically entertaining story about a young 4 year old boy's venture to Heaven and back again. I would advise this book as a read for most anyone seeking encouragement, wondering about Heaven, or just seeking an interesting story written in a different perspective. I would strongly suggest this book for anyone that has lost a small child, a child in the womb, or who has recently lost a loved one in general.
The story centers around 4 year old Colton Burpo, an "all boy" youngster from Iowa, who loves swords, super heroes, and his dad. A misdiagnosis leaves Colton hanging on to life by a thread and sends his dad, a preacher, on a journey that will cause him to question God's love only to see that love confirmed in the most amazing way.
The Burpo family begins to understand what a great blessing God has given them when Colton begins to relate his memories from a trip that no one could fathom - a trip to Heaven. Colton often relates these events in a very 4 year old fashion which adds legitimacy to the story that is told through the eyes of the father.
While any near death experience literature is only as believable as the person recounting the story, there is something very sincere and reassuring about hearing the story told through the eyes of a 4 year old. I would invite you to read Heaven is for Real with an open mind, a believing heart, and a childlike awe of just how amazing God's love for his people really is.
Sounds like it could be an interesting read. I’ll look into it a bit further.
It is a wonderful book. I picked it up at my cousin’s and could not put it down that weekend. When I got home, I sent about 6 out to friends. Two had recently lost people they loved, and I knew it would comfort them a great deal to hear about Heaven from this little guy. Both were already Christians, so they ‘know’ about Heaven. But this child, so young, has the most intricate details that he announces to his parents! Well worth the read.
Sounds like it could be an interesting read. I’ll look into it a bit further.
Sorry for the multiple posts.
I bought my copy for only $9.34 at Amazon and got free shipping because I needed a few other things.
Multiple posts just puts us in a special sub-category.
Thanks - I just downloaded it to my Nook for $8.99. Can’t wait to start reading it!
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