Near Death Experience - Our Scary Flight Story in the Alaska Backcountry

[@lindawood6260]

Lauren, you make us feel like we’re part of your family as you invite us in… This was difficult to watch since we feel part of your family as you share with us. The Lord was with Mark and Hunter!! 💗

[@judibrommer7569]

AMEN

[@jackielong9927]

Praise God

[@gramnenew6196]

Thank you Jesus!!! ❤

[@farahdeeba4672]

That was a very dangerous experience god saved hunter and Mark I pray for your family and wish them along healthy life and god protect from all calamities amen

[@jank3879]

Praise God for keeping you and Hunter safe and bringing you home to your family. I have to believe your angel Magnolia was at your side as well. 🙏🏻🙏🏻💕🪽

[@fairydust7010]

No one had dry eyes watching and listening to that. NO DOUBT Almighty God saved Mark & Hunter. Thank you for sharing with all of us.

[@babewhowalks]

Mark safed mark and hunter by staying calm and directing his plane to safety

[@sherristyers5627]

Definitely cried too.

[@MrZzToOoFlyY]

Thankfully Mark is so levelheaded and didn’t panic. Thank god everyone is safe.

[@b.abernathy7980]

I am 73 years old, and during my life there have been those times when my life was in danger and Father God was with me. He prompted me to do the right thing. I was not in an airplane, but my life depended on my action. Father God was always with me , and He still is! I am so happy you followed His prompting. Your landing was beautiful, and no accident the air field was there. I could not live without the presence of Father God. Thank you Father for intervening and saving this young man and his son!

[@jackielong9927]

Amen

[@grandmab9262]

I’m 68 and I can say the same thing. I’ve had a few times in my life where I’ve called out for help and times when I was needed and prompted to go and do things I needed to do. I’m so grateful that our Lord is with us and helps us to remain calm and direct our actions. Our God is wonderful and thank you for the safe landing and safety for Mark and Hunter. Amen

[@sallydunbar1683]

AMEN!

[@joyceschwaller1]

"And He shall bear you up on eagles wings!" Thank God the guys were protected. Love to all of you.

[@TruthandJustice_]

Our Father is so amazing. His grace & mercy abounds. I am so glad Mark & Hunter are safe. Praise God!

[@darlynsamson4970]

Very glad Mark listened to that angel on his shoulder. It is another reminder that life is fragile and not to take it for granted.

[@jantjaden836]

I’m 71 years old, and this brought me to tears. Your parents have to be so proud of you Mark. You’re an amazing son, husband, and father. I’ve been so blessed to have found your channel. You make me feel like family. I’m so thankful that you made it safely home. You’re an inspiration to all of us Mark. God Bless you all! ❤

[@ClairePope-Banks]

You had your child on board...Fathers instinct is too save your child. Everyone talks about a Mothers instinct but Father's have it aswell. You are all safe and well, that is THE most important thing.

[@debbiepowell8172]

God was definitely leading you and we are all so grateful for your listening to the spirit. Praise our Lord for keeping you and Hunter safe.

[@stacynissley7336]

Mark you staying so calm not only saved the plane, but you kept Hunter calm. I’m not even sure he knew how bad it really was or could have been. You are a tremendous father! Thankful God is good!

[@joeyhoney1]

I am very grateful and thankful that Mark and Hunter were safe and level headed. All your training and years of experience were there for you to draw on. Warm regards from 🇨🇦Calgary, Alberta🇨🇦

[@bethberk9518]

Oh my gosh Lauren, my heart stopped when I was watching this. Thank you Heavenly Father for protecting Mark and Hunter . I believe they truly had angels on their wings🩷🩷

[@ErikaM814]

Mark, the way you handled that situation was incredible. Such peace and clarity in the face of catastrophe. Thank you for sharing, and so grateful you all are ok. 🙏

[@TonyaMason-ek9el]

Mark, We all are crying with you. I know you were scared but you held it together and with God's help you made a safe landing. Praise God you both are ok. ❤😢🙏

[@reneebryant7898]

I just aged 10 years. Thank God for keeping his hand on yall Mark.

[@shirleymarie9589]

Thank you Father God for keeping Mark and Hunter safe! I am so glad you listened!! God had you in His hands!!! So Thankful!!

[@samanthaarnesen8502]

We are sheltered under His wings and He is so faithful. So glad everyone is safe. It was a very scary situation.

[@cherylriecke3172]

Praise God that Mark and Hunter made it safely and for Mark staying calm throughout the landing

[@glendaroberts5965]

Thank you God for watching over Mark and Hunter. My stomach literally dropped when I read the notification.

[@kyliebarton3529]

Tears flowing. So grateful. Praise to the lord. Just a reminder how fragile life is. Love to you all♥️

[@suecalvert8929]

When Mark started crying, I started crying. Thank God you kept your senses and knew what to do. So glad you and Hunter are safe. 🙏🏻❤️

[@ladybliss101]

Me too.❤

[@reneekendal-ward4638]

I am so thankful that they are okay 🙏 I am so scared of flying 😕 God is so good,His arms were around you ❤️🙏

[@reneekendal-ward4638]

I am crying too🙏🌹

[@BarbaraCullum]

Me too. God is Good!🙏

[@sherristyers5627]

Me too, though I was crying already. I can't see others cry without crying too

[@Joy-f4r7y]

Wow, I cried. God was watching over both Mark & Hunter. We all love you guys.

[@kathyschultz3632]

I'm so happy that Mark and Hunter are ok and safe

[@sandrap3047]

Wow, this was a nail biting video! So glad you & Hunter are okay! My Dad was a pilot and had a Cessna. We were flying once and almost had a midair collision. We were so close to an airplane that I could see the pilot had on sunglasses. I was around 10 yrs old. I’m 60 now so 50 years later I can still see that pilot like it was yesterday. Your kids need you Dad so very thankful you survived! Great job landing safely! ❤

[@lauracampbell7589]

Praise God for guiding you and keeping you and Hunter safe, Mark. God is good all the time. ❤

[@debbiephillips1123]

So many times I've said a prayer for Mark and your boys when they have been in the plane for every trip they might take in the future. I'm so grateful along with all of you for this outcome. Thank the Lord.

[@lisafrancis7534]

My stomach drops everytime you fly...im so HAPPY you are all ok...SCARY is truth.... ❤❤❤❤

[@newsak1]

That was a terrifying experience. Mark, you were so calm and clear headed. Super scary to watch but thankful for a happy ending.

[@ejt1995ify]

So glad that Mark and Hunter are safe. Years of experience pulled off, and I'm thankful that Mark glanced over at the monitors before they got too far out of range. So happy that you are all safe

[@TerriL1965]

I am so grateful that both Mark and Hunter are safe. I come from an aviation family. My father flew our family from Wisconsin to Alaska back in 1977, in his 1953 Bonanza. We flew to Eagle, Dawson creek, Dawson City, Fairbanks, Anchorage and Nome. I was 12. I was scared the entire trip that something could go wrong. We had a safe flight, but the Alaska terrain is not so forgiving, and there are not that many places to just make an emergency landing. I am so thankful that Mark had the training and knowledge to remain as calm as can be expected in a situation such as this. Alaska is Beautiful! I have wonderful memories of that trip. This video brought tears, just remembering how things can go wrong, but by the Grace of our Father, you landed safely.

[@mysticmom616]

Thank you Jesus for watching over Mark and Hunter. Your angel Magnolia was watching over you🙏🏻❤️👼❤✝️

[@annettescanlan2085]

I am so very thankful our Heavenly Father was watching over you two.

[@paulawilson1924]

Glad Mark & Hunter landed safely and got back home in one piece. Magnolia was watching over them making sure they got back to the family and her twin sister Violet 🙏🏻🙏🏻💕💕🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@phyllisbirch2289]

Mark God was watching over you on the plane. I was actually crying as you were telling your story. You and Lauren are such good people. You have a beautiful family. You never know what is going to happen. God is an Awesome God. God Bless you both and your family.

[@bethsnodgrass8218]

Praise God, you all are okay. Mark, thank goodness you knew what to do under pressure.

[@Emily-n9w]

Mark was so calm when his heart must have been pounding. Continually inspired by your family’s faith and so happy no one was hurt!

[@virginiaburman7076]

Magnolia your guardian angel was looking over you🙏❤️ In which she’ll always be near❤️

[@Mamabear0717]

That's so true ❤

[@tanyacollier5048]

I thought the same thing.👃👃🇦🇺

[@carolsmakeupcorner5242]

What a beautiful thought

[@LindaY26]

She definitely was there for them. 🩷

[@shirleymoore4885]

I was thinking the same thing ❤

[@michellepelkey51]

Miracles happen daily. I’m so happy your family is safe.

[@Mamabear0717]

Thank God Mark and Hunter are safe . God was definitely watching over them . Seeing you walk in the house asking for Lauren and you two just holding one another made my tears flow . I'm so glad you all are ok . You did the right thing Mark , Very knowledgeable. Prayers for you all . We love you guys ❤ thanks for sharing. Hugs and love sent from Kentucky.

[@JeannetteGiebe]

Erst mal die Kamera aufstellen und ins Gesicht halten um ja Profil daraus zu machen. Machen wir alle so wenn unsere liebsten in Lebensgefahr waren. Oder?

[@andreamorrison8419]

Mark, I'm so glad you kept your mind 0:29 the flight and landed safely with Hunter at your side! Thank God for prayers

[@jacquelinetennant5049]

Knowing when to act or react in emergency situations is a gift from God. Thanks also to all the radio people who were there to support you. God's gifts.

[@StutteringDesigner]

Been only watching for the past 4 weeks now. Starting watching from your latest Costco run and quickly realized your family is a family of faith. That was my reasoning for staying and subscribing to your channel. We need more family's of faith in this world these days. PTL, glad everything worked out.

[@brilliantbutblue]

Welcome, and thank you for being here. 😊

[@karinglass5872]

Wow. Mark! Shows that God has a path and he is totally watching over you. You flew that plane the right way,

[@greenrockgarden2851]

Mark, you’re just a cool guy, wonderful husband and father. I admire you for your skills and your commitment to stand by your family and teaching your children your skills. I’m happy you kept your cool enough to get through that. That was so scary. I’m happy you’re all safe and that you are back with your family.

[@janemay8721]

Thank you Heavenly Father that Mark and Hunter landed safely. A very touching testimony of faith . Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this wonderful family.

[@jaklg7905]

Amazing piloting, Well done! Great example for your son. It is so important to remain calm and be prepared.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much! Hunter did a great job staying calm too!

[@jaklg7905]

@@ThisAlaskaLife Yes he did. They both handled that incredibly well. I can't imagine what they were feeling, especially your husband to have your son with him. As a parent, that is one of our nightmares, to have our child's life at risk.

[@carolclaus2491]

God is so good and merciful! Sometimes it’s our time but sometimes he carry’s us through the impossible!❤️

[@Notyourbussy]

Amen

[@sodriscoll77]

Hunter is such a chilled guy, you were lucky he wasn’t freaking out beside you. Well done

[@romualdagomes8915]

Little guardian angel watched over Mark and Hunter. Faith moves mountains, glad to hear your faith to God, got your family safe and will continue to so.

[@irenemathieson4229]

Thank you Lord for keeping Mark and Hunter safe. Mark give yourself credit for listening to and staying level headed enough to make such an amazing emergency landing. This video was difficult to watch, I cried along with you and gave thanks for your safe return. May your precious family continue to be blessed. 🙏🏻💕

[@sandollarj504]

Good morning so glad you are okay.Thank you Lord Jesus for protecting the boys !!!

[@akdreamer38]

Thank the heavens above you two are safe and sound. I live in Seward and see planes flying all the time. I’ve have friends crash and thankful most are still here today. Like you said Alaska is wild

[@SandNSurf]

Thank You our dear Heavenly Father. I’m in tears. Our God is so good 🙏

[@susiewagner1534]

Gosh , that made me cry when you got back to hug Lauren 😢, well done to you for knowing what to do !!!!

[@sandiebrkr2697]

Mark, God was with you and took care of you and Hunter. He guided you in to land safely. I believe your instant to turn around and land came from the Holy Spirit. Glory be to God. I got emotional watching this video. May God bless you and your family always. Thank for allowing us to follow your journeys may they be good or not so good. I love your whole family. ❤️

[@Micah_Mom]

Just grateful that you are all safe. What a scary ordeal. Be blessed.

[@christinang7398]

Thank God everyone is safe. Even I only started subscribing your channel a little while ago, I have been watching every single video. I got emotional and cried. Glad everyone is ok.

[@carolhubley4765]

I was shaking just watching you. I am so glad your both ok.

[@jenniferschneider6164]

So glad that you are safe and excellent flying abilities Mark. ❤

[@sharondunsmore9768]

How you kept calm was amazing and i bet you were absolutely screaming inside. So glad you got everything fixed. ❤

[@beckymerriner2493]

I really think that you and Hunter held yourself together very well in such a dangerous situation I really do think Mark you made your son not feel panic fantastic job you kept it together and I do believe there was angels underneath you and you were gliding in on their wings God bless you

[@doloreslee9330]

Wow I’m so happy that Mark and Hunter are okay. Praise God for their protection. ❤

[@irisashton9295]

Hi so glad you and Hunter are safe and back home with your lovely family god was looking after you both ❤

[@jennyschoeman5825]

Thank you Jesus, You are so faithful in times off trouble.

[@katrinaluxford6400]

glad you and hunter made it back safely, God bless.💜💜💜👃

[@PinkPink-kn5gy]

Oh my lord . Thank goodness you are both ok. You both were being watch and protected. Just remember crying is ok.

[@MultiCorker]

Because who wouldn’t take a moment to celebrate with a little Debbie? Incredible!

[@joythorp4688]

Fantastic call Mark, you and Hunter were clearly being watched over that day. Amazing presence of mind to do what you did staying calm and getting to safety.

[@susandeveuve2478]

Omg thank God everyone is ok and mark was so calm

[@lisaaddyman5047]

Hunter was so brave ❤

[@brilliantbutblue]

Praise be to him 🙏 If you didn't tear up watching this you are stronger than me. Thank you for sharing this valuable lesson. Bill and Linda, we appreciate what you did to rescue Mark and Hunter and support this family. Bless you.

[@marymcquinn3184]

You have such a beautiful family glad you are safe

[@joannbradley8465]

Thank God for keeping Mark and Hunter safe 🙏🙏🙏

[@barefootjipsey1504]

Your amazing Mark. You're very careful. You are professional in all that you do. You are very vigilant and you are surrounded by Gods love and protection. Sending Good vibes from South Australia 🇦🇺

[@Doloreskoro]

Had to watch it another time to not cry love this family ❤❤❤ 13:55

[@carolmasters1305]

Grateful you are both safe, thank the Lord who was watching over you both. Please stay safe and be careful xx Mark take some time to repair mentally, you have had a life threatening incident involving you're eldest son, you need to cry if you need to, talk about it as much as you need. Xx💙💙

[@vedaanderson7009]

Agree 👍💯%

[@deborahchalupa1684]

How terrifyingly, so grateful for Marks choices to turn around. God is watching us all❤❤❤❤

[@hummybrd8520]

This was so difficult to watch I can't even imagine how it was for you and your family. Saying prayers for Mark and Hunter. 🙏 Thank you, Lord, for keeping them safe. God Bless you and yours, Lauren. ♡ to all.

[@HuberRhonda]

Thank you Lord for keeping our Hamm Family safe 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@peggyschmidt7715]

Prayers of Thanks to the Lord for Safe Return for you Mark and Hunter 🙏🙏🙏

[@thrillcker68]

Well I have faith in your abilities as a pilot you did just as you are trained. You knew the seriousness of the incident but maintained your composure and did exactly what you needed to do Way to go! Congrats

[@PaulaBooth-c7q]

Oh my goodness, my heart was in shock. Am so thankful that your family are being watched over. Your family is a blessing to all of us that are sharing your life. I watch your channel every week and always feel so grateful that I can experience the journeys with you. I never grew up with a normal family life and it warms my heart and soul seeing real family life. I’m so thankful that the Lord is with you and guided Mark to safety. All my love Paula Booth

[@scota2079]

So thankful that our lord was watching over you and Hunter!!!

[@rendamuklewicz3577]

So thankful you are both safe. God in his glory

[@KimfromMichigan-x2u]

You're the hero Mark. You didn't second guess your decision. You and Hunter are safe and I see the relief you feel. Good job dad.🎉🎉

[@valmiddleton2204]

Very glad you made it thru this challenge. I hope Hunter is okay from this experience

[@LoisSnethen-jv8cr]

Just today our message at church was about counting our blessings, living our fath in every moment as we know any moment might be the time we are called HOME by the Lord. Then I find myself watching this video after dodging 2 deer leaping across & literally over my vehicle as I drove home from church along our Missouri River Bluffs. Prayers of Thanksgiving for the Lords hand guiding you Mark. ❤

[@LaurieBartels]

so glad that it turned out ok. How scary!

[@MonarchRanchHomeGarden]

How terrifying for the entire family! I’m so glad Mark and Hunter are ok. Mark is an excellent pilot to be able to recognize the danger so quickly and find a safe place to land.

[@debkate2957]

God is with you! You were aware of what to do and did it. Together that saved you! Thank God! ❤😊 Very well said! Barest video. 😊❤

[@jillianx88]

Tears as I listen to this story. I am so thankful the Lord has blessed your family and returned you both home safely.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

He was definitely watching over us!

[@itqitc]

Thank God you are both safe. Really smart and stoic piloting Mark.

[@beverlygiroux2824]

Praise the Lord......Praise the Lord.........I feel as though I am a part of your family, having been with you for these few years. God is Great! He has been with all of you, through thick and thin....Yes, God is Great. Praise His name, that Hunter and Mark are safe............Bev in Maine

[@lisasunshine8744]

Oh my I'm so glad Mark and Hunter are ok, home and safe! So scary,! God had his angel wings on that plane and helped you stay calm and get you and your son to safety! Thank you for sharing! Mark bless your heart you did so well!

[@CherylHullett]

Oh em gee! I am still blubbering from all that! I am sooo thankful that He kept you safe during this situation. Our sermon this morning was about this very thing. In a time of crisis, most people would say to themselves, "what am I going to do", instead of asking the Lord, "what are You are going to do about this situation?" But in your faith, He took over the situation and kept you safe and calm to do the right thing. Thank you, Lord!! I know Lauren is so relieved. I've been a silent watcher for some time starting earlier in the year but I had to let you know that I am here and I love your family! You are one of my favorite KZbinrs!! Hugs to all of you! Love y'all! ❣😘

[@beckyherbstreith8036]

Glad Mark and Hunter are okay. God is with you and your family all the time.

[@trudyedwards5825]

Oh my..God bless you all. That was so scare..I can't think about all that was going thru your mine..as u said...GOD WAS WITH U...Thank goodness everything worked out and you got your plane fixed an you an Hunter were safe..God Bless Each One Of You..😊

[@yvonnesmith1414]

I'm giving God glory right now!!! You have received the unction of the Lord, Mark and it never leads you wrong. Thank you Jesus

[@Denephew57]

I can relate. My whole family was in our Piper Archer. And the wings iced up. My son called while in the plane (he’s a pilot too). My husband was able to drop altitude and warm up the wings. It was frightening. Your video brought all that back to me. I’m so thankful Hunter and Mark are safe. Always, fly the plane. God certainly did keep you safe!

[@traceyrobertson5850]

So glad everyone is ok - most powerful video about listening to your inner voice and heart.