Welcome to Episode 7 of the Afterlife Apologetics Podcast on the Pondering Christianity YouTube channel! Join your hosts, Charlie and Dr. Steve Miller, as we delve into a less explored but equally significant aspect of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) - the distressing NDEs.

In this eye-opening episode, we will discuss:

The reason these distressing experiences were avoided in early NDE/DBE research.

A history of the research on distressing NDEs, referencing the works of notable figures like Moody, Rawlings, Rommer, and Bush.

Some definitions and examples of distressing NDEs.

Key outcomes and observations from distressing NDEs:

a) The interpretation by most experiencers of these NDEs as a warning to repent.

b) Experiences that encompass a combination of negative and positive aspects (referencing the experiences of Ritchie and Storm).

c) The fact that positive NDEs do not guarantee heaven, and negative ones do not guarantee hell.

d) The acknowledgement of malevolent beings and suffering in the afterlife.

e) The need for discernment - not all spirits or visions should be believed (contrasting medium advocates). We will discuss the Bible's and Gallagher's perspectives on demons.

f) The idea that death is not beneficial for all, referencing biblical and NDE perspectives on hell.

g) Cautions about the use of psychogenic drugs.

h) The need for skepticism regarding mediums, particularly considering the growth of the industry.

As we conclude, we'll discuss how these distressing experiences corroborate the teachings of Scriptures on topics like demons, hell, and mediums.

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