Spencer tells john pontius the story and john pontius writes it in book form. Sixteen years later, john interviewed spencer for the book, visions of glory. Terri jeanne muhlestein is not a name common among latterday saint literature. Visions of the future from neardeath experience christ. Jul 22, 2016 the next time zion is established will be just before the second coming, and will be done enochs way. In the book, john pontius closes by stating that these visions were for spencer and best serve their purpose for anyone reading the book to discover for themselves their role in bringing forth the latterday zion. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want.
The church encourages our members to be spiritually and physically prepared for lifes ups and downs. Concerns about the book visions of glory meridian magazine. Discount prices on books by john pontius, including titles like visions of glory. Jun 21, 2014 there are so many indicators that this book is a fraud, just a load of crapnot the least of which is the dreadful writing. During the course of the interview, john was told, by spencer, that at a future day, the tribes would venture forth out of the lands of their captivity to cardston, canada.
Visions of glory download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store coupons. After receiving several news media inquiries, the lds church issued this statement. John pontius has 19 books on goodreads with 8009 ratings. Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to put down. Visions of glory s portrayal of jesus christ and his method of interacting with. Religious and other great items on ksl classifieds. Dec 10, 2012 john pontius is the author of visions of glory 3. John pontius obituary salt lake city, ut deseret news. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latter. It is not whether or not the visions are true or accurate or prophetic. The point is not that the book, as written by john pontius, is absolutely captivating. 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. I know how it can be difficult to read a book like visions of glory, and hear a persons account that may not jive with what.
John pontius died a couple years ago so there wont be any more books from him. One mans astonishing account of the last days by john pontius is available instantly and free. 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. Well, its good to have multiple sources to make comparisons. One mans astonishing account of the last days, and following the light of christ into his presence, and.
One mans astonishing account of the last days, and following the light of christ into his presence, and more on. What ever happened to john pontius visions of glory, spencer thomas harrison, julie rowe and their ilk. Visions of glory and the dangers of non scriptural lds. It wasnt until he loaned me his copy of journey to the veil and i read a few excerpts that i got much more interested in john pontius and his writings. The guest book is expired please restore the guest book to share in the life story for john m. John pontius s most popular book is visions of glory. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius latterday blog. My husband just mentioned he wanted john s last book visions of glory last. Lds church addresses end of the world rumors in official. 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. Share in the journey as pontius expresses his love and understanding of the gospel in a clear, beautiful way. I emailed the byu bookstore a few years ago and they refused to stop selling the book. And i will refer to spencer and john pontius as the authors, since brother pontius indicates that spencer has read and reread what i have written, and he has declared that this book is a true and accurate account of his visionary experiences xxi.
The title of this book is visions of glory and it was written by john pontius. One mans astonishing account of the last days by john pontius isbn. One mans astonishing account of the last days by john pontius. Sep 09, 2015 julie rowe and spencer energy conference call. I hope i made it clear that i got a lot of good from the book even though continue reading visions of glory and the last days. Discussion group visions of glory told to john pontius. Visions of glory teaches doctrines that contradict lds scripture and prophets. Pontius is author of other books as wellin telling one of these visions to an apostle, the apostle said that it was of god. 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. John pontius books list of books by author john pontius. Far too many people think this is brother john pontius writing about his own experience.
I had an email a week ago from someone who asked me ecstatically, have you read visions of glory. In my opinion, if you havent read all the books published by the currently living apostles, why would you read any spiritual books by anyone else. One mans astonishing account of the last days by pontius. John pontius is the bestselling author of visions of glory, journey to the veil, following the light of christ into his presence, the triumph of zion, and the millennial quest fiction series. The obituary was featured in deseret news on december 11, 2012. Namely, the time is now by julie rowe and visions of glory. Jun 15, 20 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. One mans astonishing account of the last days springville ut.
John pontius wrote in the books foreword that spencer was consistently admonished by the holy spirit to keep most of these experiences. Now with allnew narration by rick gines and an updated biography by terri pontius. My thoughts on visions of glory by john pontius the first time i heard about visions of glory was from my fatherinlaw. Click download or read online button to get visions of glory book now. This large paperback book arrived within two days in perfect condition. However, thousands of followers of unblog my soul were touched. John pontius, following the light of christ into his presence. Before he passed away, he wrote a popular blog unblogmysoul which continues to be followed by thousands of readers. This is a book about visions of the other world, which has nothing to do with advanced degrees. In this true account of neardeath experiences, we learn about the miracles of the millennium, the return of the ten tribes, the building of the new jerusalem and. What ever happened to john pontius visions of glory.
Visions of glory is a mesmerizing and fascinating read that you will not be able to. When i told her what i thought of it, i was met with silence. Ill simply share my thoughts from having read listed to it. Visions from multiple near death experiences had by one man. Visions of glory describes the amazing neardeath experiences and subsequent visions of spencer, as told to bestselling author john pontius. Visions of glory by john pontius, 9781462121083, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. So the book does not claim to be doctrine or prophecy for anyone except for spencer. Visions of glory and the last days latterday commentary. My fatherinlaw had actually recommended a few books by john pontius. I wont go into what the book is about as i think that can be covered elsewhere. Allow me to quote gregs summary of the problem with pontius book. Not the anonymous man whos pseudonym is spencer from john pontius visions of glory book.
But then why so many people in the church who believe it. Ive seen deseret book also carry his book, triumph of zion. Pontius is author of other books as well in telling one of these visions to an apostle, the apostle said that it was of god. When doctors gave him six months to live, john pontius author of visions of glory created a blog to leave his testimony with his children. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Large changes coming to planet earth in preparation for the return of christ. Visions of glory is written by john pontius and recounts several visions and spiritual manifestations. I enjoyed the book because of the prevailing attitude of acceptance of his mother and his life. See all books authored by john pontius, including visions of glory. I resisted reading visions of glory for quite some time. If anyone has details about this call when it took place, how it was advertised, please share. An example of the turgid prose this is written by john pontius according to spencers recollections, but spencer is said to have verified everything written. Visions of glory by john pontius is not anywhere close to being inspired or true.
Be the first to ask a question about visions of glory. Share in the journey as pontius expresses his love and understanding of. John pontiuss most popular book is visions of glory. John pontius latterday commentary last days signs of. It is an unusual and outstanding read one which will be in my library for a long time. Is there a new mormon warning us about the last days. Experience the neardeath phenomenon that has stunned thousands of readers. In either case, the book opens your mind to the fantastic possibilities of what could be awaiting us on the other side. Pontius it saddens me that i just discovered this author and his wonderful writings just to lose him. Nov, 2012 visions of glory is a fascinating and intense book. Visions of glory is a fascinating and intense book. This particular edition is in a perfect paperback format. If youd like to experience john s lovely, lightfilled, inspiring words, look to his other books.
Her married name terri pontius, might begin to sound more familiar, but as it is attached to her now late husband, john pontius, author of the journey to the veil, visions of glory, the triumph of zion, following the lig. When doctors gave him 6 months to live, john pontius author of visions of glory created a blog to leave his testimony with his children. After reading other books by brother john, as he would sign off on his blog, and having many friends recommend it, i could no longer put it off. Having been introduced to john pontius by a friend who said his lectures were. Visions of glory 5yr anniversary by pontius, john ebook. 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 these visions were given to spencer to prepare him personally for what lay ahead in his own life. Sep 28, 2015 namely, the time is now by julie rowe and visions of glory. This is john carefully editing the experiences of spencer, john s friend and the anonymous subject of this book. Prophets and apostles have repeatedly taught that it is. Visions of glory by john pontius 2014, paperback for. Their recipient is an anonymous informant called spencer in the book.
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