Seven for Heaven: How Seven Christians Faced Death

by L. James Harvey, Jackie Harvey

A fascinating "up close and personal" look at the final days of seven terminally ill Christians, Seven For Heaven chronicles their feelings and experiences as they prepare for a new life in heaven. Memorable characters like "the dancing printer" and "the officer's gentleman" share touching and humorous anecdotes about their families, faith, and vocations. Seven For Heaven also candidly examines the difficult end-of-life decisions each had to make. The Harveys champion hospices as a caring, humane option for those facing death -- and these case studies vividly demonstrate the many helpful services hospices provide. An informative final chapter summarizes important lessons, including the value of being in familiar surroundings with family and friends, how to communicate with the dying, patients' rights, reducing needless pain and suffering, and the crucial role of faith. While the subject of this book is imminent death, its uplifting message of living to the fullest and looking forward to God's grace in eternal life leaps out from every page. Dying is a doorway through which we all must pass -- and Seven For Heaven is an inspiring, entertaining, and educational reading experience that will help you face it with faith and confidence.

210 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2003

About the author

L. James Harvey was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He graduated from Hope College with honors and has a Ph.D. degree in Counseling from Michigan State University. He has been a high school coach and teacher, a college director, dean, vice president, and president.

Dr. Harvey has also served as a senior vice president and partner in an international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C. Upon leaving consulting Dr. Harvey began a new career as a writer of Christian books. He now has published 10 books on a variety of topics. Having been an active Christian all of his life he has now dedicated himself to sharing his faith, experiences, and knowledge with others.

Dr. Harvey also speaks and presents workshops and seminars on a variety of topics.