In 2006, I experienced a near-death experience. During surgery, my soul left my body. I was immediately aware I was in 2 places. I could see myself below yet I was standing in front of a door with a brilliant light bursting from the opening

I can see angels surrounding Jesus, more brilliant than anything I’ve ever seen before. I feel waves and more waves of His love crash over me. Now, rather than being overwhelming, it’s invigorating. Jesus’s love is evident in His eyes—the type of eyes that can see into the soul. Though He can see all my imperfections, there’s no judgment, only love.

Everything else is stunning too. The colors are more vibrant than any on earth. Red is not simply red. It is brilliant and shimmery, appearing to have gold flecks in it. The same is true of the blues, greens, and every other color I see as my eyes dart back and forth, taking in this magnificent scene. The hues are so vivid that they seem to be alive. I also hear music. Each note is profound, strong yet whispering. It is soothing as the sound ebbs and flows around me and through me.

I’ve never seen anything brighter, more magnificent, and I feel compelled to draw nearer, to see what’s on the other side of the door. I know that whatever it is, it’s good. Actually, much better than good. I know I must be in heaven.

Read more about my time in heaven in my new best-seller, “Visions of Heaven.”