Charismatism: Awakening or Apostasy?

Charismatic Series, Volume 1 of 4. A documented book of the origin and growth of the charismatic movement both for the layman who is looking for answers, and there is rationale for the theologian seeking deeper understanding. It is in three parts:

Part One: The Fallacy of Interpretive History deals with the problems of trying to defend the modern Charismatic movement through history. Historically, Pentecostalists were primarily concerned with the holy life, not with the superficial gifts. Dr. Spence traces the gradual deterioration of the Pentecostal movement to its present weak position.

Part Two: The Weakness of Human Experience discusses the problems of trying to defend the neo-Pentecostal movement on the basis of human experience. Human experience, says the author, is subject to error because it depends on interpretation. Experientially based beliefs always lead to compromise and sin.

Part Three: The Infallibility of Divine Revelation concerns the inspiration of the Bible. Dr. Spence maintains that we can only be safe in basing our beliefs on the Word of God. It alone is infallible. It is also all sufficient; there is no need to add anything to the Scriptures. The Bible must be the basis of measuring all else. Based on this the true deeper life is not speaking in tongues or other special gifts--it is a life of obedience to God.

There is material here for the layman who is looking for answers, and there is rationale for the theologian seeking deeper understanding. Read it carefully and thoroughly. This book will help you understand the Charismatic movement.