FLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Near Death Experiences (NDE), The Afterlife & God - This Will Give You Goosebumps! with Roberta Grimes
Oct 18, 2024
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Roberta Grimes, an attorney and author dedicated to researching near-death experiences and the afterlife, recounts a transformative childhood encounter with a divine light. She discusses her extensive exploration of what lies beyond, including the concept of the 'silver cord' and the vibratory levels of existence. Delving into personal stories of out-of-body experiences and spiritual growth, Grimes emphasizes love and forgiveness as keys to personal development. Her insights challenge traditional beliefs, offering a hopeful perspective on the afterlife and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Roberta Grimes' profound childhood experience with light sparked her lifelong quest to understand the afterlife and divine connection.
Grimes highlights the complex process of dying, where individuals often choose 'exit points' in life and reconnect with loved ones before transitioning.
She emphasizes that life on Earth is a vital opportunity for spiritual growth, enabling souls to learn essential lessons about love and forgiveness.
Deep dives
Roberta Grimes' Early Experience with the Divine
Roberta Grimes had a profound experience with light at the age of eight, which set her on a lifelong quest to understand the afterlife. She described a moment of realization that there was no God, followed by a bright light that offered reassurance and a connection to the divine presence. This experience fundamentally influenced her perspective and sparked her interest in exploring spiritual phenomena. Over the years, she came to see this childhood event as a pivotal moment that would shape her entire life’s work in understanding what lies beyond death.
The Journey into Afterlife Research
After her early realization, Grimes delved into the study of the afterlife, starting her academic journey with an emphasis on early Christian history. She sought to uncover the truths about life after death, as she believed there was a hidden reality that explained human existence. The turning point in her research occurred with Dr. Raymond Moody's influential book, 'Life After Life,' which opened the floodgates for modern discussions on near-death experiences. Grimes examined extensive literature and detailed accounts of after-death communications, convincing her of a coherent and shared reality beyond physical existence.
Understanding the Dying Process
Grimes outlines the complex process that individuals undergo during dying, emphasizing that most people choose specific 'exit points' in their lives for various reasons. She explains that many who appear to die unexpectedly may have consciously decided to leave at a certain time, such as in the case of accidents or terminal illness. In these final days, people often find themselves reconnecting with loved ones and completing long-held intentions, unaware they are preparing to exit this life. This process culminates in a moment of detachment where the soul leaves the physical body, leading to a transition into the afterlife that is often marked by a welcoming of deceased loved ones.
The Nature of the Afterlife and Spiritual Growth
According to Grimes, the afterlife exists in a higher vibratory state that mirrors our current reality yet is enriched with profound beauty and enlightenment. Souls may experience a life review and interact with loved ones in these higher realms, all occurring in what she terms the 'astral plane.' Spiritual growth is emphasized as each life on Earth is an opportunity for the soul to learn and improve its vibrational frequency through a variety of experiences, including challenges and adversity. Ultimately, Grimes suggests that the lessons learned here are crucial for ascension to higher levels of consciousness.
Purpose, Planning, and the Value of Life Experiences
Grimes discusses the idea that individuals plan their lives with specific challenges and lessons in mind, often opting for difficult experiences to foster spiritual growth. This planning includes accommodating hardships, such as illness or socio-economic struggles, as opportunities to balance past karma. She asserts that while life on Earth can be difficult, it is a unique environment for souls to learn about love and forgiveness, which are vital for spiritual ascension. In conclusion, Grimes emphasizes that the spiritual journey is universal and interconnected, underscoring that every individual is part of a greater consciousness.
One night when she was eight years old, Roberta Grimes woke up and knew for certain that there is no God. And she was terrified! Then a bright light flashed, and a voice said, “You wouldn’t know what it is to have me unless you knew what it is to be without me. I will never leave you again.” She thought, That’s nice. If you forget there is a God, they remind you. And she went back to sleep. She went on to graduate from Smith College and Boston University School of Law, but that experience of light remained with her.
She had to know where that light had come from! So even as she pursued a career as a small-business attorney, married and reared a family, Roberta spent more than half a century researching what actually happens at and after death as a compulsive hobby. The result has been her present highly enjoyable part-time career as a podcaster and afterlife and Gospels lecturer, and also as the author of seven nonfiction books, including The Fun of Dying and Liberating Jesus.
