Visions of the resurrected christ members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints sometimes inadvertently called the mormon church witness that the savior lives. The power and the glory is a masterful work of art recently shared with me by producer, larry blakely. Harrison of salt lake city who claims to have seen visions of events that will happen in the near future involving. John pontius latterday commentary last days signs of. Concerns about the book visions of glory lds magazine. Wish there was a central source compiled but i suppose it would be extensive and difficult to categorize. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs to feel the saviors love and wants greater understanding of hisher purpose on the earth, or if youre just curious and need a new book to read.
Readers of visions of glory may wish to compare lds teachings and doctrines that differ from the books teachings. The most likely scenario is that chad and lori expected to translate the sealed portion of the book of mormon, a part of this quintessential lds scripture thats been held back for the last days. I resisted reading visions of glory for quite some time. The early saints might come to our churches today and wonder where all the visions, revelations and speaking in tongues have gone. It is interesting to compare what others report they have seen. The book was coauthored and written by john pontius, a well known published lds author. You will discover that jesus is your only source of true hope, comfort, and courage for the future.
Heavenly father knows exactly what we need and his chosen prophet and his counselors will lead us perfectly. Now with allnew narration by rick gines and an updated biography by. God delivered his messages in the form of images housed within discrete visions, with each symbol explaining, exposing, or emphasizing various aspects of the message conveyed. Visions and nightmares in january 1832, joseph, emma, and the twins were living in the home of elsa and john johnson in hiram, ohio, about thirty miles south of kirtland. This morning i looked up visions of glory on amazon and saw that it was no. See more ideas about lds books, books and inspirational books. Much more than a study of prophecy, lotzs passionate and practical exposition of the book of revelation looks into its awesome imagery to reveal a majestic picture of jesus in all his glory. Later i picked up the book again and tried to get through some of the middle bits.
Most latterday saints will agree with many of visions of glorys claims about the reality and divine sonship of christ. He has taught at the university of utah medical school, graduate school of. I have enjoyed it mostlycried over some parts,but always trusted what spencer said because i felt that as an active latter day saint the holy spirit would let me feel if it was not sincere. What we know about the degrees of glory from joseph smiths. The book is an account by a church member who some believe to be thomas g. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to put down. I read the part about evil spirits inhabiting the bodies of addicts and drunks, and was reminded of another nde book id read somewhere at some time that had very similar descriptions of demonic possession and visions of seedy, dimly lit bars and other such dens of iniquity. Exactly the way i saw the bookleading me closer to christ by providing more light. Mar 19, 2015 exactly the way i saw the bookleading me closer to christ by providing more light. Revelation 1 to 11 glory, and power, be unto the lamb. While it is often called the vision, doctrine and covenants 76 is a series of visions combined into one grand revelation. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latterday blog. But i still find his visions and interpretations of his.
The temple riders association is a nonprofit corporation and is not an official association of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Visions of glory is a fascinating and intense book. Lds church addresses end of the world rumors in official. These historic periods of testimonythe old, the new, the book of mormon, and the latterdayshow similar patterns of revelation from god. Harrison thom harrison has been practicing in utah with a clinical license since 1977. Since joseph smith translated the book of mormon from an ancient record in 1830, latterday saints have looked forward to further scriptures. Father knows and is very intimately aware of exactly what we need to grow and become like him. I believe as joseph smith stated the the book of mormon is the most correct of any book on earth. Millet explores the experience of the prophet joseph smith along with his scribe sidney rigdon as they received one of the most remarkable revelations from godthe vision of the degrees of glory. I have lived long enough to notice that prophets and apostles of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints have always been cautious about. Before i read visions of glory i was warned about some issues and inconsistencies it contained with lds doctrine.
John pontius died and so spencer pushed the blame for the errors directly on pontius. Sep 03, 2019 i would recommend this book to anyone who needs to feel the saviors love and wants greater understanding of hisher purpose on the earth, or if youre just curious and need a new book to read. The vision of his glory 9780849940163 by anne graham lotz. God delivered his messages in the form of images housed within discrete visions, with each symbol explaining, exposing, or emphasizing. Sep 28, 2015 i have been reading the book visions of glory and have found it very encouraging and faith building. It includes an account of visions of the spirit world, a. Keeping that in mind, and remembering pontius disclaimer to not take everything in the book literally i was enthralled from beginning to end. In this excerpt from the book, precept upon precept, robert l. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able. I have been reading the book visions of glory and have found it very encouraging and faith building. As the most published scholar on the book of isaiah in the world, dr. Visions of glory pdf download free just only for you, because visions of glory pdf online book is limited edition and best seller in the year. Visions of glory and the last days latterday commentary.
The book of mormon by anonymous holy bible by anonymous jesus the. Aug 30, 2018 joseph smiths vision of three degrees of glory, instead of one heaven and hell, was a challenge to many early latterday saints. Readers of visions of glory may wish to compare lds teachings and doctrines that differ from the book s teachings. I like that some people who have a very different way of conducting their spiritual lives. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to put. The vision of spencer is an account of one manss neardeath experiences and subsequent visions of the days leading up the the millennium. Larry has had an impressive hollywood music career, but for 30 years, his dream has been to produce an album of lds hymns arranged and performed by world class musicians.
This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of the lds doctrine and mormon experience. The book moves through the main parts of the plan of salvation. Introduction within two months of the churchs restoration, hiram page was claiming to receive revelation about the new jerusalem and other matters concerned with the last days. The book was written by a man named john pontius who is an author many members of the lds church revere.
Posted on march 19, 2015 march 19, 2015 author dustin categories emergency prep, lds books, new testament, old testament 10 comments on my thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius faith to heal stories of the prophet joseph smith never cease to amaze me. Between 2010 and 2015 there was a lot of books, podcasts, forums, etc. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latter. Jan 18, 2017 in this excerpt from the book, precept upon precept, robert l. Visions of glory teaches doctrines that contradict lds scripture and prophets. Happy to recommend everyone to read this great book regardless of their affiliation with the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. He has taught at the university of utah medical school, graduate school of social work and the law school since 1977. I especially enjoyed the paintings showing joy a family, the resurrection, and the lords work and the glory. Joseph smiths vision of three degrees of glory, instead of one heaven and hell, was a challenge to many early latterday saints. Visions of glory and the dangers of non scriptural lds. Visions of glorys portrayal of jesus christ and his method of interacting with the saints is not consistent with scripture. Sep 09, 2015 the early saints might come to our churches today and wonder where all the visions, revelations and speaking in tongues have gone. Concerns about the book visions of glory meridian magazine. I have recently noticed, while surfing around amazon, that john pontius has written several books in this genre.
The trek back to missouri for the gathering of new jerusalem. Nephi and johns revelations of the last days part 1 the book of mormon lecture 20 by hyrum andrus. Their recipient is an anonymous informant called spencer in the book. In either case, the book opens your mind to the fantastic possibilities of what could be awaiting us on the other side. Visions of glory is beloved by most in these groups, even tho there are some big doctrinal errors. Smith vision internet john taylor vision internet charles evans vision internet cardston prophecy internet visions of glory, pontius dream of plagues, internet. How the seven missions of the doomsday couple connect. The holy ghost has testified to me that what spencer in the book saw and learned from what he states and was willing to edify anyone willing to read and listen as he unfolds a series of simply miraculous teachings all consistent with our scriptures. We worship the living christ and testify that he is intimately involved with his children on earth, that although he is allknowing and allpowerful, he is also allloving. The visions of joseph smith and of the book of mormon prophets are comparable with those of the other testamental epochs.
Visions of glory probably one of the most comprehensive books written with rich details about events of the last days shown in vision. Possible timeline using visions if ye are prepared, ye. Learn how these members learned to accept an idea they had. In this true account of neardeath experiences, we learn about the miracles of the millennium, and many other astonishing events long prophesied. One mans astonishing account of the last days by john pontius book notes 02052018 12022019 nate christ portrayed in 21st century attire, which goes with some of this book. Visions of glory is written by john pontius and recounts several visions and spiritual manifestations. Apr 29, 2014 visions of glory and the last days note added 611. Avraham gileadi shares his nearly fourty years of research on isaiah, comparing current documented dreams, visions, and ndes like the book, visions of glory with the endtime predictions of isaiah. What we know about the degrees of glory from joseph smiths visions in this excerpt from the book, precept upon precept, robert l. While a cleansing is imminent, there exists hope for a glorious millennial age. One mans astonishing account of the last days john pontius. In order for the reader to believe what is in this book, he or she must accept the premise that the church of latter day saints is the true church of. All posts are for individual rider information only. Although i have dedicated my life to teaching the gospel of jesus christ, i do not speak for the church nor does this article necessarily represent the views of the institution where i teach.
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