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On the Wings of Heaven

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Do you believe in angels appearing to men in the 1990's? If not, suspend your disbelief long enough to hear and interesting tale.

Great gifts are being bestowed on humanity again, 2000 years after the time of Christ, thanks to heavenly intervention. "Now is the time to make things clear so God's plan can happen," says the angel.

Joseph Crane, a Vietnam veteran, first heard an unseen voice save his life as bombs were exploding on his aircraft carrier off the coast of Vietnam. Now later in life he is dumbfounded as a bright dot of intense light in his bedroom grows in size till it reveals an angel who wants to speak to him while his wife is sleeping in bed by his side. The angel, whose eyes are like those of a thousand lovers melted into one and whom his names Michael, appears to Joe many times between 1994-95 revealing messages giving a more correct understanding of what Christ taught while on earth. Churches, and even the original evangelist writers, sometimes skewed the message to suit their own purposes.

In particular, the angel goes through the Book of Revelation or Apocalypse from the New Testament and shows Joe the same visions John the Evangelist witnessed. He insists Joe write down what he saw and asks Joe to explain it, correcting him when the interpretation is wrong. He instructs Joe and his friend G.W. Hardin to publish it in a book and this is that book.

Do you believe in angels? I am a spiritual person, and I was not sure if I believed in angels or not. Once I read best-selling author's G.W. Hardin's book, "On the Wings of Heaven," I believe there are angels. I believe there is something more for our community.

What was the most interesting in for me within the book's context were the beliefs about gay and lesbian spirituality. The angel shared:

"As long as humankind has walked the earth, there have been people who are gay - perfect, whole and complete just the way they are. You see, the more a religion gets accepted, the more self-righteous it becomes in good-versus-evil. When outside forces begin to let up, pressure begins building from within for conformity, beginning with the smallest number of members who act differently or think differently from the majority. The religion's actions become no better than those of its earlier persecutors. However, their persecution is now done in the name of God or Jesus or the Bible."

''Sex is a gift from God for you to give to the one you love as your gift of affection. There is nothing bad or wrong with what gender you give this gift to. It is up to you. However, it is the choice of the receiver to accept it or not. If you go whoring, you must understand that you are only wasting time."

The message throughout the book to me was: "God is a God only of love. God created me gay because he wants me to learn something different...something special for life."

I attended G.W. Hardin's book signing on August 31 at The Luminary. Hardin shared his following thoughts with the group:

"An African shaman-priest, named Malidoma Somé, once told me, `In my culture, we have no word for gay. In my village, we see no separation between the natural world and the supernatural world.' The point he continued to make was that in his tribal nation those that are gay are considered the sacred ones, the Gatekeepers, those who can move between this world and the Otherworld. They are accorded great respect and recognized as an integral part of village life. No one would even think of showing disrespect to these watchers of two worlds."

"Imagine my shock when, writing my latest book, ON THE WINGS OF HEAVEN, this notion of the sacred ones once again came forth-only this time from the angelic realm. Any of you who have read my works know that I write true stories about the extraordinary. My new book is just such a story where a Vietnam Vet, by the name of Joseph Crane, barely survives the bombing of his ship during the Vietnam War. Just when he thinks he is going to die, a shouting voice directs him through a blinding inferno. Later, along with his fellow deckmates who had also followed the voice, Joe discovers no human source can be found to thank. For twelve years, the voice intermittently continues its calling out of Joe's name until the day he decides to answer back. From that point on, there unfolds a story that changes Joe's life. An angel appears in his bedroom while he is about to join his wife and four dogs in sleep. The angel charges Joe to find seven master souls who not only will represent the human condition in us all but will also speak on behalf of humanity as heaven presents us with an offer of returning to an Eden-like earth. And by the way, three of those seven masters will be gay. Joe almost chokes at hearing this, but over the space of two years finds the seven."

"What's so interesting is that the angel eventually reveals that much of Biblical book of Revelation has been misused and misinterpreted over the centuries. It is not a book about the end of the world, but about the end of hatred, fear and punishment. It's too detailed to go into here, but I would like to point out one particular passage and quote from my new book. The historical, Biblical translation from this corresponding section in the Book of Revelation goes like this:"

...and no one could learn the song except those hundred and forty-four thousand, who have been purchased from the earth. These are they who were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These follow the Lamb wherever he goes. These were purchased from among men, first-fruits unto God and unto the Lamb, and in their mouth there was found no lie: they are without blemish [Rev. 14:4-5].

"Now, I'd like to give you the exact translation as was given to Joe Crane by the angel. Pay close attention to how words were changed across history. The angel tells Joe this same passage as it was given from the one called I Am:"

"Then there were those that had the Father's and the Son's name written on them. No one could learn the new song but these. And they were those men that did not lay with women or women that did not lay with men. They have been chosen as the first fruits and are the spiritual teachers. They are blameless and speak the truth of God's love."

"Most gay men and women are deeply spiritual, and in an innate way. Just like the indigenous had recognized, we are actually spiritually oriented, not sexually oriented. Sexual orientation is an invention of modern day society. What a surprise from a cultural that sells sex on TV, in the movies, and in the newspapers as if nothing else mattered. Gay men and women's sexuality is simply a by-product of their spiritual orientation, not the other way around."

"We simply must end this arrogance where we pretend to speak for God. We must take a look at ourselves collectively and understand that we all have a place in the Divine Plan. And those who are blessed with the `first fruits' must give up their victimhood in favor of their sacred power. The time has come for the Gatekeepers to bring balance back to themselves and to life around them."

After the book signing, I spent time with G.W. Hardin and he said:

When you don't live who you are, it will eventually affect you physically. By embracing who I was, I overcame an incurable disease. When we live in our giftedness, we can offer healing to ourselves and others."

After reading "On the Wings of Heaven" and talking with G.W. Hardin, I knew it was time that I gave myself the freedom to define and understand God as I choose...to keep spirituality back into my life. For years, I denied myself spirituality because I felt as though I was sinning due to my sexuality. I realized God created me gay because he wanted me to learn something special about myself. God wanted me to take a different journey...a different path."

I whole-heartily recommend "On the Wings of Heaven" because it will take you on a spiritual journey. Perhaps you will ask yourself some questions. You will reflect on your life. Or the angel will inspire you when he concludes each conversation by saying, "Teach only love."

Julie L. Shaffer was homegrown in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and she has been recently transplanted in Seattle via a John Deere tractor. Apparently, Julie has a collection of wonderful implements. That's farm implements, you know.

This book has changed my life and has the power to change the world. It speaks of God's love and carries the message for all to hear. If you beleive in Angels and Miracles you must read this book and share it with the world. I will always be grateful to Mr. Crane and Mr. Hardin.

This is the most incredible book. It has the power to change lives. Too often, many people buy into the fear based religious dogma and under the auspice of being "Christian" spew venom and hatred as was shown here by some reviewers.

As a person who once considered becoming a nun, I always knew that the God I worshiped could not possibly be the same one written about in the bible. After all, I believed in a loving and forgiving God. A God who loves all his children just as he created them. How unfortunate for those people who believe that our God is capable of the type of hatred they seem to espouse.

Thank goodness I woke up and realized I could better serve humanity if I didn't commit myself to a religion that makes women into second class citizens and uses words written in a book over two thousand years ago by mere mortal men, as the basis for their "religion". The bible is a nice work of fiction and nothing more than that.

Wings is a wonderful book for those of us raised in traditional religions yet felt there was much more to the story. As the mother of two wonderful children, I feel it is very important that my children learn that love comes in all different shapes and sizes. Love and God do not decide your worthiness based upon your gender, your race or even your sexuality. For those who put the book down before Chapter 3, Bless your hearts. You clearly have much work to do yet on yourselves. There is much more to this book than it's standpoint on [homoesexual] people. You truly missed a wonderful opportunity to see God as he really is. All loving.

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Joe Crane's story is one that is totally uplifting and confirms what so many of us already have suspected. That's it's all about teaching Love and not getting hung up on the dogmas of the religions. If we could only take a fraction of this book and work with it, this planet would be a much better place to live in. The beautiful messages by Angel Michael can be taught on a worldwide basis for they permeate the boundaries of any language...when will we ever "get it" as a planet that it's all about love and respect and that God loves us more than we can even imagine. That he is not a punishing God. This book will take you to another level of spirituality. I strongly recommend it to everyone and if I could afford to, I'd have it published in every language! It speaks the truth and confirms that many in this world are indeed having angels appear to them and we all can't be crazy! Bravo Joe and Gary for your incredible courage to write this! Angels DO exist, that I can assure you.

This is a must read - Whether you are Spiritual or not, there are messages in this book that will touch your heart. There are three books, contained inside the story, that are gifts themselves. There are other exciting messages revealed from an Angel, and an awakening for me, regarding the interpretation of the book of Revelations. This book is not about Religion, even though it speaks about churches. It's about Spirituality and bringing a clearer understanding of what that is, for the each of us, collectively.

This book is about change. About changing ourselves and changing the world one person at a time, or in this case, seven people at a time.
It is about clearing away negativity, misunderstanding, illusions about ourselves and the world we live in, and in turn clarifying truth and spirit in our lives. It has led me to a much greater understanding of myself, and my place in the universe.
It teaches us that we are all spiritual beings of the Creator, and that we must all learn to live together not just as one voice, one people, but as one world.
There is a WEALTH of spiritual knowledge, wonder, and beauty that builds on the information presented in this book.
For those of you wondering where you "fit in" spiritually, this is a very good starting place.
Of particular note is the subject of The Seven Churches and The Seven Gifts to Humanity. Each of you will find reflections of yourselves in these pages.
Are you one of the "Sevens"? If you are reading this, then it is very likely, and your journey is just beginning.
The Book of Bricks presents basic principles of living, pertaining to all beings everywhere.
Archangel Michael's words will move you and shake you, and Joe's trials and efforts as a man taking direction from the angels messages will humble you.
Give yourself the gift of this book. And help make the world a true heaven on earth.

On the Wings of Heaven is captivating, inspirational and very well written. The content is worth reading and re-reading. It catches your heart.

Superior reading! One of those books you can't put down till it's finished. Spirit patiently continues to try and make all of us more aware by giving us more "proof" through the experiences of people like Joseph Crane. A must read book.

Best selling author G.W. Hardin takes you on a ride that weaves the mixed lives of eight souls and an Angel together, with each person finding a new path to follow. If you have ever wondered about your life and where it's going, read about these people as it will inspire you to reach further and realize that "Teach only Love" is a true answer.

If anything in this book touches you, the "Book of Bricks", a book within the book, should. I have never been touched as much by something as that portion of the book has touched me.