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Angels in the ER #2
Angels in the ER Volume 2
“Dr. Lesslie, have you really seen angels in the ER?”
It’s in the darkest places that God’s light shines the brightest. In this follow-up to the hugely popular Angels in the ER , Dr. Robert D. Lesslie shares more of his life-changing emergency room encounters with nurses, doctors, patients, friends, and strangers who served as God’s hands in the direst circumstances.
You’ll be deeply moved by these tales of triumph and tragedy from the ER frontline, as well as by the profound faith that sustained Dr. Lesslie for more than 30 years on the job. As you read this collection of fast-paced, real-life encounters, you’ll witness what life’s greatest hardships reveal about God’s greatest wonders.
Angels in the ER Volume 2 will leave you awed and amazed by the fortitude of the human spirit, and most of all, by God’s divine handiwork in the lives of the people He loves.
It’s in the darkest places that God’s light shines the brightest. In this follow-up to the hugely popular Angels in the ER , Dr. Robert D. Lesslie shares more of his life-changing emergency room encounters with nurses, doctors, patients, friends, and strangers who served as God’s hands in the direst circumstances.
You’ll be deeply moved by these tales of triumph and tragedy from the ER frontline, as well as by the profound faith that sustained Dr. Lesslie for more than 30 years on the job. As you read this collection of fast-paced, real-life encounters, you’ll witness what life’s greatest hardships reveal about God’s greatest wonders.
Angels in the ER Volume 2 will leave you awed and amazed by the fortitude of the human spirit, and most of all, by God’s divine handiwork in the lives of the people He loves.
240 pages, Paperback
Published August 24, 2021
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October 10, 2023
I find these stories so fascinating! Most of them weren't actually miracles - just fun stories from the field, but still very interesting. And the ones that were miracles - WOW!
May 1, 2023
The last chapter is all the more beautiful considering this was Dr. Lesslie’s last published book before he was killed. I listened to an audiobook version.
September 3, 2021
Another excellent book by the late Robert D. Lesslie. Knowing what we know now, the last chapter is especially sad, as he discusses what he thinks about going to heaven when his time on earth is done. But the real-life stories are good light reading that offer hope and encouragement.
June 26, 2024
As a fellow healthcare worker, I have wondered as well about finding God and the meaning or purpose of life amidst my practice.
Similarly to Dr Lesslie, it has been a challenge doing so between the patient load, paperworks and personal roadblocks... Sometimes it just feels like there's not enough time... Or reason to keep going.
This book reminded me of the small things and the importance of community. I found myself relating to similar cases that were mentioned in the book... And it made me realize that God is here... In everything.
I still have many years in this profession and I hope that I could master finding God's grace in my daily undertakings as Dr Lesslie has done and to eventually share my experiences as well as he has.
Similarly to Dr Lesslie, it has been a challenge doing so between the patient load, paperworks and personal roadblocks... Sometimes it just feels like there's not enough time... Or reason to keep going.
This book reminded me of the small things and the importance of community. I found myself relating to similar cases that were mentioned in the book... And it made me realize that God is here... In everything.
I still have many years in this profession and I hope that I could master finding God's grace in my daily undertakings as Dr Lesslie has done and to eventually share my experiences as well as he has.
November 11, 2023
Enjoyed reading about the different people we’re introduced to as they show up in the ER. Nice short stories and just wishing we could have done a follow up on some of them.
So sorry that such a dear person should die so tragically. My sympathies R with the families of the deceased. And so thankful that Dr Leslie left behind his written testimonies in his books.
So sorry that such a dear person should die so tragically. My sympathies R with the families of the deceased. And so thankful that Dr Leslie left behind his written testimonies in his books.
November 19, 2022
I needed this!
There were many people in this book that I could relate to in certain times. I'm in poor health and yes I have days of pity parties. But I keep going with the verse I went to when I had my stroke. Philippians 4:13. Now I have more verses for the rough times.
There were many people in this book that I could relate to in certain times. I'm in poor health and yes I have days of pity parties. But I keep going with the verse I went to when I had my stroke. Philippians 4:13. Now I have more verses for the rough times.
April 12, 2023
Wonderful book!
This book is full of wonderful stories that are so inspiring. My granddaughter wants to be a doctor, and after reading this book I ordered this for her. I hope she finds inspiration in it as I did.
This book is full of wonderful stories that are so inspiring. My granddaughter wants to be a doctor, and after reading this book I ordered this for her. I hope she finds inspiration in it as I did.
April 13, 2023
Filled me with HOPE
Wonderful book. I highly recommend everyone to read this book. These stories brought me closer to GOD. They renewed my faith and diminished my fears at a very trying time in my life.
Wonderful book. I highly recommend everyone to read this book. These stories brought me closer to GOD. They renewed my faith and diminished my fears at a very trying time in my life.
March 13, 2024
Inspiring and Comforting.
I needed to read an inspirational book at this time as my beautiful daughter in law lay dying in the ICU. Something encouraging and uplifting to carry me through the days. It accomplished its purpose and I thank you for that.
I needed to read an inspirational book at this time as my beautiful daughter in law lay dying in the ICU. Something encouraging and uplifting to carry me through the days. It accomplished its purpose and I thank you for that.
December 25, 2021
Inspired compassion
Loved the insight of the atmosphere of the ER. Yet, in the middle of the pain, there was the light of faith.
Loved the insight of the atmosphere of the ER. Yet, in the middle of the pain, there was the light of faith.
February 10, 2022
I enjoyed this, but it didn't quite meet the standards of the earlier books.
September 24, 2022
Very Spiritual
I really enjoyed this book, it was very comforting to read after very stressful days. I will need another read to replace it.
I really enjoyed this book, it was very comforting to read after very stressful days. I will need another read to replace it.
February 24, 2023
2nd in series (I hope it will be). Clean. Christian-based. A very heartening read.
More encouragement from those who see trauma daily.
More encouragement from those who see trauma daily.
October 18, 2023
uplifting
A powerful author. His faith has led to a great life testimony that he is able to share through others. His kindness reverberates through his writings.
A powerful author. His faith has led to a great life testimony that he is able to share through others. His kindness reverberates through his writings.
December 14, 2023
enjoy reading all his books. very good read
January 2, 2025
The recording for this audio book kept skipping.
These were stories of hope for people who needed to get help in the ER.
These were stories of hope for people who needed to get help in the ER.
January 23, 2025
Great stories. While in some ways it gets a little preachy, the ending had me in tears.
April 9, 2025
Another great memoir of shirt medical stories. I really enjoyed the tales and look forward to the next book in this series.
July 16, 2025
Great book
This book gave us the stories, and among them make you think and feel at the same time. I will be reading all of Dr. Leslie's book.
This book gave us the stories, and among them make you think and feel at the same time. I will be reading all of Dr. Leslie's book.
November 13, 2022
I thoroughly enjoy stories related to medical issues. This author writes in an easy, winsome style. I appreciated his focus on faith in Christ as well. He covers lots of the issues we deal with: a sudden death, abuse, teen car accidents, alcoholism, cancer that is healed and cancer that is not healed. I can't seem to find his volume 1 but I am looking for it.
July 29, 2023
Excellent
Dr Lesslie brought out the reality of life and death and how it effects all and even the medical staff. The emotions not only nurses but doctors are real and makes you understand and appreciate the work they all do. The book is well written and at times it was hard to put down . I thank Dr. Lesslie for sharing his experiences. I look forward to reading more of his book
Dr Lesslie brought out the reality of life and death and how it effects all and even the medical staff. The emotions not only nurses but doctors are real and makes you understand and appreciate the work they all do. The book is well written and at times it was hard to put down . I thank Dr. Lesslie for sharing his experiences. I look forward to reading more of his book
November 13, 2023
Number of pages: 236
Genre: Non-fiction
Series: Well, obviously it is a continuation of Angels in the ER. Dr. Lesslie also has other similar books (but not technically part of a series): Miracles in the ER, Angels on the Nightshift, Angels on Call, Notes From a Doctor’s Pocket, Angels and Heroes, Angels to the Rescue, and When You Need an Angel. None of these need to be read in any particular order.
Age recommendation: I would recommend it to teens and adults, especially those interested in the medical field. (14/15+)
Summary: Doctor Lesslie brings the reader on a trip to the harsh reality found in the ER: pain, suffering, difficult diagnoses, and in the midst of all the chaos: angels and miracles. Dr. Lesslie shows us how anyone can be an angel bringing a miracle for someone else in trying times. (Each chapter is a new short story).
My thoughts: I loved this book, but this one made me super sad reading it. This was the final book Dr. Lesslie wrote before he was murdered in his own home. I don’t really understand God’s plan in that. I feel kind of like Asaph in the Psalms (73:2-4) when he’s mad about why the wicked have good things happen to them, and the good people seem to be punished. God knows better than we do; He sees the big picture and we only see the here and now. In the end those not saved will suffer for the wrong they have done (Psalm 73:17,27). Another thing that makes this so sad for me to read is all the people who just weren’t able to be helped, or were met with incompetence and actually hurt by the so-called help they received.
WARNING: I feel like I have to mention that this book could be triggering and I wouldn’t really recommend it to squeamish people. There were several descriptions of medical procedures that were a little too detailed for me (yes, I would consider myself to be squeamish; I hate looking at/talking about blood and all that). Needles, incisions, I don’t really want to recall what else, I’m just warning you up front that it’s in there. Also, as I already mentioned quite a few people die while others almost do and that’s really hard and could be upsetting.
The best thing I got out of this book was the concept of “heart work”, and basically just “who am I living for?” Is Jesus the first thing I think about when I wake up and the last thing before going to bed? It makes me think, “am I really living my life in way that is pleasing to God?” If I want to be like Jesus, I have to know about Him and think about Him. But if I’m filling up my days and thoughts with other things, I’m making Him less important and I won’t be like Him because I’m not spending time with Him. It was a good reminder for me to do some heart work. That being said, I don’t find these books to be super Christian, but more just interesting stories about working in the ER. Sometimes there is something about God mentioned, or He’s given credit for healing someone, Bible verses are quoted (mostly to introduce or end the short story). Now that I’m typing it all out it seems like quite a bit of Christian content, however it’s more that some chapters have a lot, (like the one I just mentioned), while others have nothing, so it’s a little hard to make a judgement on the whole book. There are definitely good lessons to be learned and I totally recommend this book!
My personal rating: 4.5/5 stars.
Link to blog: https://karinaschristianreads.wordpre...
Genre: Non-fiction
Series: Well, obviously it is a continuation of Angels in the ER. Dr. Lesslie also has other similar books (but not technically part of a series): Miracles in the ER, Angels on the Nightshift, Angels on Call, Notes From a Doctor’s Pocket, Angels and Heroes, Angels to the Rescue, and When You Need an Angel. None of these need to be read in any particular order.
Age recommendation: I would recommend it to teens and adults, especially those interested in the medical field. (14/15+)
Summary: Doctor Lesslie brings the reader on a trip to the harsh reality found in the ER: pain, suffering, difficult diagnoses, and in the midst of all the chaos: angels and miracles. Dr. Lesslie shows us how anyone can be an angel bringing a miracle for someone else in trying times. (Each chapter is a new short story).
My thoughts: I loved this book, but this one made me super sad reading it. This was the final book Dr. Lesslie wrote before he was murdered in his own home. I don’t really understand God’s plan in that. I feel kind of like Asaph in the Psalms (73:2-4) when he’s mad about why the wicked have good things happen to them, and the good people seem to be punished. God knows better than we do; He sees the big picture and we only see the here and now. In the end those not saved will suffer for the wrong they have done (Psalm 73:17,27). Another thing that makes this so sad for me to read is all the people who just weren’t able to be helped, or were met with incompetence and actually hurt by the so-called help they received.
WARNING: I feel like I have to mention that this book could be triggering and I wouldn’t really recommend it to squeamish people. There were several descriptions of medical procedures that were a little too detailed for me (yes, I would consider myself to be squeamish; I hate looking at/talking about blood and all that). Needles, incisions, I don’t really want to recall what else, I’m just warning you up front that it’s in there. Also, as I already mentioned quite a few people die while others almost do and that’s really hard and could be upsetting.
The best thing I got out of this book was the concept of “heart work”, and basically just “who am I living for?” Is Jesus the first thing I think about when I wake up and the last thing before going to bed? It makes me think, “am I really living my life in way that is pleasing to God?” If I want to be like Jesus, I have to know about Him and think about Him. But if I’m filling up my days and thoughts with other things, I’m making Him less important and I won’t be like Him because I’m not spending time with Him. It was a good reminder for me to do some heart work. That being said, I don’t find these books to be super Christian, but more just interesting stories about working in the ER. Sometimes there is something about God mentioned, or He’s given credit for healing someone, Bible verses are quoted (mostly to introduce or end the short story). Now that I’m typing it all out it seems like quite a bit of Christian content, however it’s more that some chapters have a lot, (like the one I just mentioned), while others have nothing, so it’s a little hard to make a judgement on the whole book. There are definitely good lessons to be learned and I totally recommend this book!
My personal rating: 4.5/5 stars.
Link to blog: https://karinaschristianreads.wordpre...
December 26, 2023
As a nurse, I appreciate stories about healthcare. I especially like that this author is a Christian and how he sees God’s hand in the hospital through staff, situations and patients.
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