The near death experience: observations and reflections from a retired chaplain

In this article I have attempted to draw connections between the near-death experience, biblical spirituality, and the ministry of the spiritual caregiver. Also, I have described the near-death phenomena and given particular emphasis to the dying and death processes, including the offering of guidelines for approaching death. In my ministry and studies, I have come to believe that the near-death experience prepares us not only to die but to live life to the fullest until we say good-bye.