How does George Ritchie come to be telling his story at this particular moment? Do you believe the situation warrants the telling of this story? Should George use his experience more often?

Describe the events leading up to George's stay at the hospital in Texas. Why did he join the military? What does he come to learn about that decision?

Describe the transportation George describes after he's left his body behind. When does he realize that he's no longer a solid human? What's his reaction? What does he do next?

How does George find his body once he returns to the hospital? Is this reasonable? Why or why not?

Describe the scenes of hell George witnesses. What does he later come to realize about the significance of having Jesus with him as he saw these things?

What happens when George awakes? When he returns...