Nowhere in the book is it suggested that the visions are intended for anyone but spencer. Visions of glory came out in 2012 and are the visions and ndes of a man called spencer real name thomas harrison. Just as the book of mormon cannot be of the devil because it promotes us to do good, i believe visions of glory, by that same logic also cannot be of the devil because it has promoted my wife to be more aware of our spiritual health and has even inspired us to pray more often. In visions of glory spencer is clear that he has little to no background in technology.
Visions of glory 18741932 publishers summary winston churchill is perhaps the most important political figure of the 20th century. He marvels at the things he encounters as he becomes a translated being. One mans astonishing account of the last days john. The author, john pontius, has a blog called unblog my soul where he chronicled his meetings w spencer and the development of this book. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1983, and was written by william manchester. One mans astonishing account of the last days springville ut. Against this backdrop, a remarkable man began to build his legacy.
Possible timeline using visions if ye are prepared, ye. In this true account of neardeath experiences, we learn about the miracles of the millennium, and many other astonishing events long prophesied. If you have not had a chance to read the book i highly recommend it. Their recipient is an anonymous informant called spencer in the book. So i decided to get the book and read it and see firsthand what he was talking about. However, before his death, manchester had selected paul reid to complete it, and the final volume was published in november 2012. Spencer kept his visions of the future secret for 3 decades except telling his wife and close family, and it wasn. Visions of glory is a fascinating and intense book. Visions of glory 18741932 by william manchester 1984, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Heavenly father knows exactly what we need and his chosen prophet and his counselors will lead us perfectly.
Visions of glory and the last days latterday commentary. It includes an account of visions of the spirit world, a series of vignettes of. Visions of glory teaches doctrines that contradict lds scripture and prophets. It also sounds as if he is more or less doing a fireside to a. This is john carefully editing the experiences of spencer, johns friend and the anonymous subject of this book. When winston churchill was born in blenheim palace in 1874, imperial britain stood at the splendid pinnacle of her power.
From master biographer william manchester, the last lion. Spencer writes in his book that the earth passes by a huge planet on the journey back to gods presence but that it has absolutely no effect on the. Visions of glory is written by john pontius and recounts several visions and spiritual manifestations. Though the book tends to get bogged down in minutia, journalist paul reid has done an admirable job of finishing the epic work started by manchester, who. So there are encouraging and uplifting teachings throughout these visions of glory, but there are also matters that are troubling to me. Visions of glory reveals the first fiftyeight years of the life of an. Lds church addresses end of the world rumors in official. John pontius wrote in the books foreword that spencer was consistently admonished by the holy spirit to keep most of these experiences. Visions of the future from neardeath experience christ. My view was that brother strouds longtime service in the church educational system 27 years as a seminary teacher gave him significant institutional credibility, but he was pushing more fringe teachings of latterday gnostics like denver snuffer and endtimes visionaries like spencer from the book visions of glory.
This is because it was another mans in the record he is referred to as spencer personal experiences that he personally felt commanded to. Prophets and apostles have repeatedly taught that it is inappropriate for members to publicize such material without permission from the president of the church. If spencer had his visions his pattern follows a very similar path. Im new to this visions of glory thing, but it seems like maybe were due for another celestine prophecy thing or a charismatic leader for people to follow. Not the anonymous man whos pseudonym is spencer from john pontius visions of glory book. Light winter so saints can recover from the earthquake and plague, saints in the mountains are spared. Spencer, through john, is careful to simply relate the visions as he remembers them, leaving the reader to take what he or she will from them. His great oratory and leadership during the second world war were only part of his. Another podcaster excommunicated, but maybe not for the. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latter. Visions from multiple near death experiences had by one man. The vision of spencer is an account of one manss neardeath experiences and subsequent visions of the days leading up the the millennium.
He said spencer had other visions not recorded in vog, this was one of them. I believe spencers visions are real, but from the devil. Winston spencer churchill is a trilogy of biographies covering the life of winston churchill. Visions of glory by elaine williams on 932019 it is a good book but a bit difficult to follow at times as the author changes from one place to another such a lot, needs to be read through a few times i think, to be better understood, also as the author is american and has american way of saying things, its a bit difficult to understand for me. Visions of glory follows the first fiftyeight years of churchills lifethe years that mold him into the man who will become one of the most influential politicians of the twentieth century. I wont go into what the book is about as i think that can be covered elsewhere. New york times bestseller an altogether absorbing popular biography. My fatherinlaw had actually recommended a few books by john pontius. 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. Part one of two parts it is hard to imagine anything new about churchill.
Click download or read online button to get visions of glory book now. Nowadays people dont send birthday wishes via snail mail much any more. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 480 pages and is available in paperback format. Thomas harrison spencer thursday, october 27th i feel such an admiration to both of these men who have done so much to help me personally to draw closer to my savior and redeemer jesus christ, so i thought it would be nice to thank them in a very special way. Free download or read online morning glory pdf epub book. If anyone has details about this call when it took place, how it was advertised, please share. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latterday blog. Visions of glory, 18741932 when winston churchill was born in blenheim palace in 1874, imperial britain stood at the splendid.
John pontius wrote in the books foreword that spencer was consistently admonished by the holy spirit to keep most of. Yet within a few years the empire would hover on the brink of catastrophe. But in this life of the young lion, william manchester brings us fresh encounters and. I believe that books containing accounts of visions like visions of glory, there is no death, and a greater tomorrow, are indeed for those who witness those visions, but also stand as a strong voice of caution for others who catch the spirit of preparedness and awareness. Concerns about the book visions of glory meridian magazine. Visions of glory and the last days latterday commentary last. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 992 pages and is available in paperback format. Visions of glory download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. The first edition of the novel was published in 1989, and was written by lavyrle spencer. Visions of glory reveals the first fiftyeight years of the life of an adventurer, aristocrat, soldier, and statesman whose courageous leadership guided the destiny of his darkly troubled timesand who is remembered as one of the greatest figures of the twentieth century.
Sixteen years later, john interviewed spencer for the book, visions of glory. Ill simply share my thoughts from having read listed to it. The heroic churchill is in these pages, but so is the little boy writing forlorn letters to the father who all but ignored him. Visions of glory, 18741932 is the first volume in william manchesters epic three volume the last lion the bestselling and definitive biography of one of britains preeminent prime ministers. Father knows and is very intimately aware of exactly what we need to grow and become like him. When winston churchill was born in blenheim palace, imperial britain stood at the splendid pinnacle of her. The main characters of this romance, romance story are will parker, eleanor dinsmore. This book truly is an impressive work exhaustive, detailed, spinning a tremendous picture of the life and times of winston churchill from his birth to his years in the wilderness.
I believe spencer s visions are real, but from the devil. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to. Latterday commentary last days signs of the times tim malone home verified services view full profile create a website or. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Large changes coming to planet earth in preparation for the return of christ. Why im glad my husband thinks the world is going to end soon. Chicago tribune senior correspondent greg burns discusses churchills enduring legacy with paul reid coauthor of the book the last lion, winston spencer churchill, defender of. Visions of glory as told to john pontius page 10 lds freedom. This is john carefully editing the experiences of spencer, johns friend and the. In this true account of neardeath experiences, we learn about th.
In this, the first volume, manchester follows churchill from his birth to 1932, when. I have been reading the book visions of glory and have found it very encouraging and faith building. Visions of glory 18741932 by manchester, william and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The book was coauthored and written by john pontius, a well known published lds author. Nowhere in the book is it suggested that the visions are prophecy, or that they will come true. Due to all the craziness surrounding the ongoing chad. The first volume in william manchesters masterful, magnum opus account of winston churchills life. John pontius wrote in the book s foreword that spencer was consistently admonished by the holy spirit to keep most of these experiences sacred and even secret. Spencer, through john, is careful to simply relate the. The last lion winston spencer churchill visions of glory.
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