Real Near Death Experience Stories

In 1980, Bryan Melvin was a self-described militant atheist living a reckless lifestyle when he contracted cholera after drinking contaminated water on a construction job in Arizona. Within hours, he collapsed. Bryan says he left his body, underwent a life review, stood before Jesus in judgment, and descended into a terrifying realm he describes as hell — where he saw his own cell waiting. In this powerful conversation, Bryan shares how that experience transformed him, what he learned about grace and accountability, and why he believes Jesus rescued him. This episode explores questions about eternity, judgment, mercy, and the life-changing power of faith. Resources: If this conversation resonates with you, Bryan shares his full testimony and additional details in his books: A Land Unknown Heaven Beckons You can learn more about Bryan and his work here: afterhoursministries.com Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7sxR9ywgBas?si=bcEb1ZrLsxJUuCM5

Are all near-death experiences real glimpses of heaven... or are some spiritual traps? In this powerful episode, Heidi Barr flips the script and interviews Shaun Tabatt about his eye-opening new book The NDE Conspiracy. After spending 7 years immersed in near-death testimonies, Shaun reveals the hidden dangers, spiritual deceptions, and surprising truths behind the most popular NDE stories. 🔥 Discover why not every "light being" is Jesus 🔥 The shocking NDE that excused evil as "soul growth" 🔥 The truth about reincarnation, past lives & spirit guides 🔥 Why NDEs are a powerful tool for evangelism 🔥 And the personal story of grief that brought it all full circle This episode is a must-watch for anyone fascinated by the afterlife, spiritual warfare, or the search for truth beyond death. 👉 Order The NDE Conspiracy now at: https://amzn.to/43JVqgV 📖 Available everywhere May 6, 2025

Happy New Year! In this episode I give an update on my wife's cancer journey, share the successes we've seen so far for the Near Death Experiences book, talk about some new direction for the podcast in 2024, and reveal my thoughts on Randy Kay's new book Heaven Stormed that releases in February.

Randy and Shaun's new book Near Death Experiences: 101 Short Stories That Will Help You Understand Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife released on 10/3. Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3sZyN7W. In this episode, Shaun sits down with his friend John Burke to discuss his fascinating new book Imagine the God of Heaven: Near-Death Experiences, God's Revelation, and the Love You've Always Wanted. Pre-order "Imagine the God of Heaven" and get the audiobook for free. Details available here: ImagineHeaven.net. Connect with John Burke: JohnBurkeOnline.com Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

Randy and Shaun's new book Near Death Experiences: 101 Short Stories That Will Help You Understand Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife releases on 10/3. Pre-order your copy here: https://amzn.to/3sZyN7W. In this episode of Real Near Death Experience Stories, Shaun sits down with his friend Dr. Raymond Moody to discuss his fascinating new book Proof of Life after Life: 7 Reasons to Believe There Is an Afterlife. Connect with Raymond Moody LifeAfterLife.com Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

As life has ramped up to a new level of crazy this past month I've had to put podcasting on hold. In this episode, I share a brief update on my wife's health, talk about Randy Kay's and my new book that releases in October, and last but not least get into how I'm faring in my new role as Production Manager for Destiny Image and Harrison House. Pre-order Near Death Experiences: 101 Short Stories That Will Help You Understand Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3r7ymay.

New book alert! Randy's and my new book Stories of Heaven and the Afterlife: Firsthand Accounts of Real Near-Death Experiences is now available in paperback and Kindle. Randy Kay had a near-death experience and met Jesus in Heaven. Together, Randy and Shaun have interviewed 100+ people who have been to the other side. In this 2-part episode, they explore what God is trying to show us through near-death experiences. We're confident you'll be blessed and challenged by this robust conversation. Additional resources for this episode: Real Near Death Experience Stories: True Accounts of Those Who Died and Experienced Immortality Revelations from Heaven: A True Account of Death, the Afterlife, and 31 Supernatural Discoveries Connect with Randy Kay: RandyKay.org Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

New book alert! Randy's and my new book Stories of Heaven and the Afterlife: Firsthand Accounts of Real Near-Death Experiences is now available in paperback and on Kindle. Expanding on his analysis begun in Evidence of the Afterlife, God and the Afterlife is the first intensive exploration of the people who have reported going to the frontier of heaven, met God, and have returned to share their journey. Groundbreaking and profound, it provides new insight into the human experience and expands our notions of mortality, offering possibility, hope, and comfort. Resources mentioned in this episode: God and the Afterlife: The Groundbreaking New Evidence for God and Near-Death Experience Evidence of the Afterlife: The Science of Near-Death Experiences Find out more at NDERF.org. Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

New book alert! Randy's and my new book Stories of Heaven and the Afterlife: Firsthand Accounts of Real Near-Death Experiences is now available in paperback and on Kindle. In 1978, Ivan Tuttle was living a carefree life, going from one party to the next, from one high to another—when his fun, free life was interrupted by a pain in his leg. Doctors told him he had a dangerous blood clot in his leg—but Ivan didn't pay much attention to that. He was 26 and felt fine; blood clots were a problem for his grandfather, not him. Until the clock ran out. Ivan Tuttle suddenly found himself dragged down to hell for a horrifying lesson in the reality of eternity. He was spared and even saw Heaven before being sent back to earth with quite a story to tell. Resources mentioned in this episode: A Journey to Hell, Heaven, and Back Connect with Ivan Tuttle: IvanTuttle.com Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

Retah's son, Aldo, suffered a severe brain injury due to a car accident when he was 12 years old. During his coma, he had a supernatural experience where he went to heaven, saw God, angels, Moses, and Abraham. Aldo came back with one message: JESUS IS ALIVE! ​Connect with Retah at RetahMcPherson.com. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: A Message From God: A 12-Year Old Boy's Experience in Heaven Principles of the Kingdom of God Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

Gabe Poirot was loving his fast-paced college life until one day he had a skateboard accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury. Teetering between life and death, doctors were not sure if he'd survive. People all over the world started praying for Gabe and he made a miraculous recovery. After his return, Gabe has been sharing about the amazing encounter he had with Jesus in Heaven. In this interview, you'll find out how this experience has forever shifted Gabe's outlook on his life and destiny. Resources mentioned in this episode: Built Different: 90 Days to Becoming all God Wants You to Be Find out more at GabePoirot.com. Be sure to order your copy of Randy Kay's and my new book Real Near Death Experience Stories: True Accounts of Those Who Died and Experienced Immortality. Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network

Thom Gardner was more familiar than most with near-death experiences. Both his mother and grandmother had experienced an NDE. Thom had even helped his friend Jim Woodford share his experience in a book titled Heaven, An Unexpected Journey. Thom was amazed when his own afterlife encounter took an unexpected turn and he encountered Jesus as a majestic white lion who told him that he was there to do battle for him. Watch to find out about Thom's miraculous healing and why he believes God sent him back. Read more afterlife encounters in Randy Kay's and my new book Real Near Death Experience Stories: True Accounts of Those Who Died and Experienced Immortality. Resources mentioned in this episode: Heaven, an Unexpected Journey: One Man's Experience with Heaven, Angels, and the Afterlife Connect with Thom at restoredlifeministries.com. Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.

Mike Olsen bled out and died after the last clamp was removed during a much-needed lung transplant surgery on January 7th, 2019. He had many wonderful experiences on the other side of the veil, including meeting his organ donor! These clips of Mike in the hospital were recorded about a month after his near-death experience in Heaven. Read more of Mike's afterlife journey in Randy Kay's and my new book Real Near Death Experience Stories: True Accounts of Those Who Died and Experienced Immortality. Real Near Death Experience Stories is part of the Destiny Image Podcast Network.