A couple of weeks ago, my son (Cole) and I were watching a show that centered its storyline around the question, “Is there life after death?”. I’ve always been fascinated with stories from those who have had a near death experience. Are they true? Do you believe?
While watching the television show, my thoughts went to my sweet friend, Julie Pippin, and her daughter’s experience of…ready…being held by Jesus and looking into His eyes during a drowning accident.
What did her daughter, Hailey, see while she was in Heaven? What did Jesus say to her? Why did she return to her temporary homeplace?
I immediately messaged Julie and asked if she would be willing to share their story. Yes! She said she would be glad to if it will help others see Christ.
“See Christ”…can you just imagine looking into the eyes of Jesus? In the video, you will hear what color Jesus’ eyes were in Hailey’s NDE, and a confirmation from another family member’s NDE! What? Oh yes. The other family member is Julie’s brother-in-love, Tommy Drumm. He and his wife (Karen) have written a book detailing their incredible testimony. The book is titled Just Beyond the Door. (You will have the opportunity to win this book, AND another book, My Emmaus: God is Faithful 24/7 by Mike Parker at the end of the video.) I can’t wait to read Tommy and Karen’s book!
Hailey was two years of age (one month shy of her third birthday) when this event occurred. Now, she is thirteen, a young lady with a sweet smile and an even sweeter spirit, a boldness for God, a girl with no fear and full of compassion, and loves Jesus!
The Pippin’s experience is a story of miracles, God’s sovereignty, the power of specific prayer, and hope.
I pray that you will be encourage as you hear about Hailey’s experience.
Blessings to you and yours,
Stephanie
The Pippin family.
Note: In the video, Julie mentioned that they believe Hailey was with Jesus for about ten years, gone here on earth about seven minutes. She has since sent me the scripture to back this up, and we calculated it to be about five years. (Theologians may say different. I’m interested in your opinion.)
“But don’t forget this one thing, dear friends: To the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord is not being slow in doing what He promised – the way some people understand slowness. But God is being patient with you. He doesn’t want anyone to be lost. He wants everyone to change their ways and stop sinning.”
Yes! These are the same thought Hailey has as well.
I kept crying through your interview. Amazing. Thanks for sharing.🙏
Great faith building story love you Julie thanks for sharing ! Love you Hailey
I did too, and when I listened to it again. Great story. Great God.
I couldn’t stop crying. Praise God for his Miracles!!!
What an incredible testimony. The way he works through us is simply incredible. Thank you for sharing your story, Julie. ❤️ Annnd we’re so glad you’re here. We love the Pippins! A blessing to everyone at The Crossing.
Oh my heart! Thank you for sharing this story Julie! We miss you guys & all of our New Hope family. Give that beautiful girl an extra hug for us. 😘
Thank you for sharing!!!
Julie, thank you we love and miss y’all.
Your so welcome Donna, thanks for taking time to listen.
Nothing but God. Thanks for asking me to tell it.
Can’t WAIT to get and read these two books!
I can’t wait for you to read them! They are both soooo encouraging!