The Angel By My Side

Relates how a golden retriever named Dakota became an invaluable companion for Mike Lingenfelter during his recovery from two serious heart attacks and open heart surgery.

Riveting true stories and biblical insights fill this inspiring exploration of how angels intervene in our lives every day--whether or not we're aware of them.

A collection of true stories of communication with those in the afterlife, this book includes real-life rescues, mysterious dream visitations, near death experiences and miraculous recoveries.

"Douglas Pagels has combined a small selection of his own meditations with the creative works of a host of well-known writers and philosophers to bring together the finest collection of angel quotes ever compiled."--Page 4 of cover.

It was 1995, and Mike Lingenfelter was ready for his life to be over. Two serious heart attacks and open-heart surgery had taken away most of the good things that he had in his life. However, his doctors still held out hope for him, and they were trying to find ways to motivate him to get out of the house and exercise. Their vision was that an energetic dog on a leash might do that for Mike. And so it was that this golden retriever named Dakota, who had been rescued from death himself, came to help Mike with his rehabilitative therapy. Eventually, Dakota became Mike’s protector and his best friend, saving Mike’s life several times after somehow learning how to alert Mike of oncoming heart crises. Dakota gave Mike back his dignity, his pride, and his life. Early on, it became evident to Mike that this wonderful 98-pound, red-haired, four-legged angel had a special gift: Dakota was a spirit guide, and it was Mike’s duty to share him and the power of the human-animal bond. Ultimately, as part of that journey, one more miracle was needed, as Dakota fought a courageous and dignified battle for his own life.

When angel encounters happened in my own family, with healing messages for me, and with my Sons angel appearing to him at the age of six, I began sharing our story with others. As they listened, many then began sharing their own miraculous stories with me. These are true stories about life changing, divine interventions and angelic encounters. When angels appeared, many came with beautiful, and inspirational messages, full of loving guidance. Some stories are about individuals who were saved by their guardian angel. In some instances, their divine intervention helped to change the course they were on in their lives through the messages given to them by their angel. Many went on to complete their lifes destiny because of their blessed experience. God has blessed us by providing each and every one of us guardian angels to guide and protect us throughout our lifetimes, until the day an angel leads our soul back to Heaven with God. As you read about these heavenly interventions, you will be inspired by each one of these beautiful and amazing stories.

Abby Mathers was an average teenage girl until she began seeing demons that nobody else could see. Her average life becomes very complicated and even the people closest to her believe she has lost her mind. Cruel antagonistic demons pay her unnecessary visits with the intent to harm her because of a serious case of mistaken identity. No matter how she tries to convince them she is not who they are looking for they keep coming back. In her search for answers Abby fi nds that she has to change in order to save herself and everyone around her. Institutionalised in a high security facility Abby must come to terms with her past, the supernatural, and prejudice while she plans her escape. With no allies she must fi nd a way to survive when both life and death ask too much of her. Confronted with angels, demons, and her tragic past, Abby discovers more about herself and her place in the battle between heaven and hell.

You will be inspired as you read this account of the work of angels in the life of one man. Bob Hoyt, a pastor, Bible worker, and Literature Evangelist tells of his experiences with angels, dogs, guns, horses, floods, skunks, life-threatening hazards, and a heart-wrenching deathbed vigil.