On Christmas Day, 1998, Lance Richardson was involved in an accident which later left him in a comatose state for several weeks. While his body wa...
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Jul 17, 2008
Tim
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This book has a great message. I was truly inspired by this account of the life hereafter and the lessons he learned I could hear ring true. I actually appreciate the length of the book and how Lance doesn’t mess around with adding a lot of extra stuff. He gets strait to the point and tells it like it happened. I was really surprised at everything he was able to remember and I am ashamed to say the skeptic in me was trying to break free but I honestly believe this story to be true and I am e
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Nov 13, 2008
Jeana
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Yes, I read an "inspirational" book and the worst part was that I liked it and I was inspired. Geez. What's wrong with me?
This story is about a man who has a near-death experience and writes down what he saw. I have read other books like this and this tends to be similar (regardless of faith if any), so I can't help but believe that they're telling the story the way they remember it.
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This story is about a man who has a near-death experience and writes down what he saw. I have read other books like this and this tends to be similar (regardless of faith if any), so I can't help but believe that they're telling the story the way they remember it.
I found several points interesting: First, I liked the idea that when we o More...
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Dec 12, 2007
Brittany
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I don't give 5 stars very often. But this is a must read. It is short and you can finish it in a day. This is a true story about a man who was in a coma for two weeks and wasn't suppose to live. He visited the spirit world and was sent back to earth to read this book. I know that it sound suspicious but even the harshest critics have read it and liked it. It is written by an LDS man and follows the LDS beliefs. I walked away with a sense of overwhelming love that our Heavenly Father has fo
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Dec 13, 2011
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Dec 19, 2010
Dave
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I have read in the neighborhood of 2000 "Near Death" experiences in books, videos, interviews, articles, television reports, etc. Most of the stories I have read are on the websites NDERF and ILANDS. I consider myself an "expert" on the NDE, at least as far as having been exposed to a broad spectrum point of view on them, and at least more reading done on them than the average person. Also having been an active Mormon for several decades has given me somewhat of a not-so-e
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May 10, 2010
Kristi
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This is a NDE book. So, it is controversial from the get go. The Author never says what religion he is, but is quite obviously LDS. I understood his need to make the dialogue flow, so I believe he tried to get what was said across, instead of constantly telling us, "I can't remember exactly what was said here, but it was some thing like..." I can appreciate that. Do I think some may have been embellished? I can't say. I didn't read this book expecting it to be gripping and well
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Aug 20, 2009
Sarah
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My favorite part
the young soldier looked back at his friends and fellow warriors. Then turning back to me, he looked directly into my eyes and said, "We have given our all for the preservation of the United States of America, in order that Zion of the last days may one day be built upon her soil. We continue to serve God in this effort, working upon the people of the nation to continue to choose sovereignty, peace, and freedom based upon the inalienable rights grantee by God. We More...
the young soldier looked back at his friends and fellow warriors. Then turning back to me, he looked directly into my eyes and said, "We have given our all for the preservation of the United States of America, in order that Zion of the last days may one day be built upon her soil. We continue to serve God in this effort, working upon the people of the nation to continue to choose sovereignty, peace, and freedom based upon the inalienable rights grantee by God. We More...
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Nov 26, 2008
Suzan
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The LDS author has a near-death experience. He is taught in the Spirit World by deceased relatives and friends. The Message he shares is: The importance of the family in time and Eternity, and the need to strenghten and fortify families. Our deceased relatives give us help and assistance...they are part of how Heavenly Father answers our prayers. The importance of Service and how it makes a Zion society as we serve others and care deeply about their needs. Our nation is on the brink of self
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Jun 26, 2010
James
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The first time Lance Richardson died, he found himself in Paradise - the part of the Spirit World where all who have lived good, God-fearing lives go to await the Great Judgment.
Lance's experience is unique among "near-death" experiences. He met friends he had known ages ago, before he was sent to begin his mortal mission on Earth. He was shown how corrupt and degenerate our country had become, and how that corruption was leading to consequences that are anything but plea More...
Lance's experience is unique among "near-death" experiences. He met friends he had known ages ago, before he was sent to begin his mortal mission on Earth. He was shown how corrupt and degenerate our country had become, and how that corruption was leading to consequences that are anything but plea More...
Sep 15, 2009
Carrie
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I really loved this book. it is a quick easy read and the author gets right to the point of the experience, which i appreciated. there are many aspects of this book that were so interesting. i don't want to give them all away--and stop reading now if you want to read it for yourself and be surprised, but i loved how Lance (the author) says that before we are even born some of us agreed to die early in life so that we could become spiritual helpers to those family members and friends that we
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Feb 01, 2012
Leslie
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The account of a man who has a NDE (near death experience) after years of health problems that began while serving a mission to Finland, who chooses to live so that he can finish his work and share "the message" from beyond the veil. He is quite obviously a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, though that is never said explicitly. The writing is simple and straightforward, and sometimes repetitive. Because of that I rated it four stars, though it is a five star
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Mar 16, 2008
Camille
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I learned so many things, actually had reinforced what I already knew. I would love others to read it and share what they think.
One thing I learned was that this man's life was so very difficult, but the courage and love he and his family developed because of the author's trials was remarkable. Family relationships are most important. You can go through anything with god's help and the love of family.
One thing I learned was that this man's life was so very difficult, but the courage and love he and his family developed because of the author's trials was remarkable. Family relationships are most important. You can go through anything with god's help and the love of family.
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Jan 01, 2009
Amy
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Just before Christmas I went to visit a friend of mine who just lost her son not too many months ago, she sent me home with this book to read. My husband and I read it together. It was soooo inspiring. I am so thankful that this man shared his experience with us. I was intrigued with many parts of his story. I loved the part where he talks of his grandfather and himself going in the spirit to his dad to inspire him to come quickly and give his son a blessing. Another idea I loved was a qui
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Apr 22, 2011
Jeannie
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I have borrowed this book out to my friends so many times, I am on my 3rd copy as it seems to never return! Lance had a special experience, that he shares here so well. It is touching. It is also true. I know that from deep inside, beyond any shadow of a doubt that the experiences he had and shares in this book are true. I know of 2 others in my life personally who have been where he was, and experienced things as well. Both of them have borne their testimonies to me of the truthfulness of
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Apr 10, 2009
Sara
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Short Book but Powerful - I read it in a few hours - Here's the synopsis:
"On Christmas Day 1998, Lance Richardson was involved in an accident which later left him in a comatose state for several weeks. While his body was being kept alive by medical support equipment, his spirit passed into the world beyond. In The Message, Lance describes his experience in the world of spirits and delivers to us a message giving a greater understanding of the importance of families and the futur More...
"On Christmas Day 1998, Lance Richardson was involved in an accident which later left him in a comatose state for several weeks. While his body was being kept alive by medical support equipment, his spirit passed into the world beyond. In The Message, Lance describes his experience in the world of spirits and delivers to us a message giving a greater understanding of the importance of families and the futur More...
Dec 18, 2011
Lauren
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This is one book with a message that has stuck with me. Some might not like it because it records a near-death experience with some specific details that others may or may not find strange or hard to believe. I personally haven't exerted much effort in formulating my own opinion about the specifics in this book, i.e. exactly what the afterlife looks like and such, since I figure those things don't make a huge difference to me at this point in time. However, one simple message in this book tha
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Apr 30, 2010
Teri
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The Message by Lance Richardson
My good friend and former VT highlyrecommended this amazing book to me a few months ago and found that my regional library had a copy, so checcked it out. Since I wanted my own copy and two of Lance's other b ooks, I called Lance's widow Jozete to request review copies and she sent them to me. I read the library copy and loaned my copy to my caregiver and close friend from another ward here.
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Dec 21, 2010
Kimbolimbo
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I shouldn't be so severe, but I am not a fan of afterlife accounts. I guess you can call me a believing skeptic. I don't doubt that someone has had an afterlife experience and returned to tell about it. But I don't believe every account I hear. This one sounded more like a dream where the man's mind recalled a lot of good things he has learned over the course of his life and put them together into a scenario/dream while he was in a coma. I might even agree that his spirit left his body for
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May 04, 2009
Linda
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In a coma for several weeks, Lance Richardson had several out-of-body experiences. "The Message" contains an inspiring account of life after death, and how our relationships will continue. The book is simple and brief. His description of how people live, love, and communicate is beautiful. His main point goes beyond his description of the afterlife, and it is that we must be kind to and serve one another.
Reading this book is like hiking up to the top of a mountain, and while the More...
Reading this book is like hiking up to the top of a mountain, and while the More...
Mar 18, 2008
Kaleen
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I really enjoyed the story. It is a quick read. The message of the book is a great message and I agree. I think it would help anyone who has lost a loved one. I think they would find comfort in the book.
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Jan 06, 2012
Kelly-Louise
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A very quick read. I tend to be skeptical about near-death experiences, so this is not a book that I would have sought out. But this one came highly recommended (thanks, Nicole!) so I decided to give it a shot.
He describes how you are greeted by family, and even friends who you knew not on earth but in the pre-mortal existence. Pretty cool to think about. He shared experiences that illustrate how those on the other side help their loved ones down here. He talked about service, a More...
He describes how you are greeted by family, and even friends who you knew not on earth but in the pre-mortal existence. Pretty cool to think about. He shared experiences that illustrate how those on the other side help their loved ones down here. He talked about service, a More...
Aug 24, 2009
Tanya
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I love life after death experiences. I enjoy reading them, although as a member of the LDS church I tend to be wary when someone is "sent back" to deliver a message. I don't mind it so much for family and friends, because that I believe would be the proper order. When it comes to the world I am not so sure.
"The message" he brings back is nothing not said by our church leaders so it fits with what many of us frequently hear.
Not the best of the life aft More...
"The message" he brings back is nothing not said by our church leaders so it fits with what many of us frequently hear.
Not the best of the life aft More...
Dec 20, 2011
Brittany
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This was a pretty good book. As with any near-death experience, or beyond the veil experience, you have to take it with a grain of salt, so I had a hard time getting fully into it just because I was trying to be objective. However, everything he talked about fits in with the plan of salvation and what the gospel teaches us, so it seems pretty reasonable. I was most touched by his experiences about doing the service vacation with his family after he was better. I do think his message is impor
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May 19, 2009
Anna
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I picked this book up recently for the second time and got even more out of it. It's an honest, tender, personal story, but I'd only recommend it for those who are spiritually sensitive enough or mentally prepared for its depth.
There are typos and a few other printing errors (that actually made me laugh, being a copy editor!), but like Lance's other book I read, Masquerading As Angels, it's the message of this book that earned its 5 stars. More...
There are typos and a few other printing errors (that actually made me laugh, being a copy editor!), but like Lance's other book I read, Masquerading As Angels, it's the message of this book that earned its 5 stars. More...
Feb 24, 2011
Jessica
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I read this book last year. I was interested especially because Kev actually bought it and wanted to read it. When he was selling one summer, he talked to a convert of the church that said this was the book that made him want to know more about the gospel. It's an outter life experience. I found it very interesting and incredible of the love of our Savior and the great Plan of Happiness. It made me really think of what this life will be like after we pass. I'm grateful for the knowledge I
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Apr 14, 2011
Karen
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I first read this book when my son was first diagnosed with cancer. I read it to him just a few weeks before his passing. He had started to read it about 6 months before, but didn't finish it. This was the one book he wanted me to read it to him. It was very comforting to him and myself. So many things in this book I know to be true. I know that my son is doing great things not only for our family but other children who face things similar battles like his own. I recommend this to anyone who
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Nov 13, 2010
Elizabeth
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I liked this book very much. I would have given it 5 stars, but in reading this sort of book, you have to be "in the right place" in your life. Had I read it 5 years ago, I wouldn't have gained as much peace and comfort as I did by reading it today.
It's about a man with Crohn's and major health problems who, while in a coma at one point in his life, visited the spirit world and brought back a message of love, service, and the importance of family and our country. Parts of i More...
It's about a man with Crohn's and major health problems who, while in a coma at one point in his life, visited the spirit world and brought back a message of love, service, and the importance of family and our country. Parts of i More...
