Finding God in a Near Death Experience with Jeremy Downs (Ep 138)
My guest today shares his near-death experience with us and how it increased his faith and gave him a closer look at God. Like many believers, Jeremy Downs was done with empty religion and heard-them-before “motivational speaking” sermons. He wanted to experience a spirituality that sparked life, one that was meaningful.
He tried switching churches. He tried praying. Somehow, God was always at arm’s length, distant and untouchable.
Then Jeremy took a pile of Amanita muscaria mushrooms—a legal substance known to deepen perspective and creativity. Although he hadn’t taken them to solve his spiritual longings, they sent him in an unexpected direction. An accidental overdose nearly killed him, taking him.
As Jeremy was launched beyond the edge of this world and into the next, his mind raced as his body slowly shut down. He watched as everything and everyone he loved in life was stripped away until, at last, he stood in his Creator’s presence. A Creator who acknowledged all Jeremy had lost and said, “None of this is relevant.”
Summary
Jeremy Downs shares his transformative journey of faith in “Stumbling Toward the Sacred,” emphasizing personal relationships with God.
Highlights
- 🌟 Jeremy’s book addresses crises of belief and spiritual struggles.
- 🍄 A near-death experience led him to profound insights about faith.
- 💖 Emphasizes the importance of a personal relationship with God.
- 📖 The book aims to help others seeking spiritual clarity and connection.
- 🙏 Discusses the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in daily life.
- 🌍 Encourages readers to appreciate creation and their place in the universe.
- 💬 Highlights the misconception of Christianity as a rigid set of rules.
Key Insights
- ✨ Personal Relationship with God: True faith is about an intimate connection with God, rather than following a strict set of rules. This relationship transforms how we live and interact with others.
- 🌈 Crisis as Catalyst: A crisis of belief can lead to profound spiritual awakening, prompting individuals to seek deeper understanding and connection with God.
- 🌿 Spiritual Clarity: Engaging with God opens the mind to new insights about life, purpose, and the true meaning of biblical teachings.
- 💭 The Role of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit guides believers, providing wisdom and motivation for living a life aligned with God’s will.
- 🌌 Understanding Creation: Acknowledging the beauty and complexity of creation fosters reverence and a deeper appreciation for God’s presence in our lives.
- 🔄 Transformation Through Experience: Personal experiences, even challenging ones, can lead to significant spiritual growth and understanding of one’s purpose.
- 📣 Community and Support: The church should serve as a community that fosters personal relationships with God, rather than just a social gathering for personal gain.
About Guest Jeremy Downs
What is relevant in Jeremy’s life, and yours, are the insights he shares in this first-hand account of that soul-shifting journey into the beyond and back. You will get a glimpse of the magnificence he experienced. Even more important, he’ll share the message he received after the experience. You will have a clear view of God as He met with Jeremy… and waits to meet with you.
Whether you are spiritually frustrated, curious, or content, his book, "Stumbling Toward the Sacred" will challenge you, change you, and launch you into a fresh and exciting journey of building a personal relationship with God.
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