Volume 11, Number 2 Spring 2008

• "Coming Out of the Hangar: Confessions of an Evangelical Deist" By Kirk Bottomly
       Never seen a miracle? Still believe in them?
• "Knowledge with Zeal: Biblical Examples of Using God-Anointed Intellect in His Service" By Dave Johnson
       Missionary Dave Johnson illustrates that passion for God and intellectual training were not mutually exclusive for people that God used to demonstrate his power and character.
• Interview with J. P. Moreland
       J. P. Moreland wants to see the church become more effective by recovering the Christian mind, renovating the soul, restoring the Spirit's power.
• "The Holy Spirit's Amazing Work of Art" by Charles Carrin
       A fresh reminder about how amazing the Bible is and how the Spirit speaks through it today.
• Postmodernism, the Church and the Future
  • Suggested Reading
  • Answers to Questions, by Philip Graham Ryken
             Pastor Ryken answers questions from readers about how the church should respond to postmodernism.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Clive Calver, Descending Like a Dove: The Truth About the Holy Spirit Reviewed by Roscoe Barnes III.
  • N. T. Wright, Evil and the Justice of God. Reviewed by Fitzroy Willis.
  • Christian T. Collins Winn, ed., From the Margins: A Celebration of the Theological Work of Donald W. Dayton. Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Mark A. Noll and Carolyn Nystrom, Is the Reformation Over?: An Evangelical Assessment of Contemporary Roman Catholicism. Reviewed by Jeffrey Anderson.
  • Keith Warrington, Discovering the Holy Spirit in the New Testament. Reviewed by Aldwin Ragoonath.
  • Gordon D. Fee, Pauline Christology: An Exegetical-Theological Study. Reviewed by Bradford McCall.
  • J. P. Moreland, Kingdom Triangle: Recover the Christian Mind, Renovate the Soul, Restore the Spirit's Power. Reviewed by W. Simpson.
  • David Ravenhill, Surviving the Anointing: Learning to Effectively Experience and Walk In God's Power. Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Stephen Sizer, Christian Zionism: Road-map to Armageddon? Reviewed by Calvin L. Smith.
  • Other Significant Articles
    • Mark Noll, "America's Two Foundings" First Things 178 (December 2007).
    • Becky Tirabassi, "Young, Restless, and Ready for Revival: On-campus Christians are seeking holiness in unexpected numbers" Christianity Today (December 2007).
    • Miroslav Volf, "Living with the Other" Enrichment (Summer 2007).

Volume 11, Number 1 Winter 2008

• "Power of the Cross: The Empowered Christian Life" by J. I. Packer.
      Christians need God's power in order to live the way he intended.
      Read an excerpt from April 2008 Pneuma Informer.
• "Recent Cessationist Arguments: Has the Storm Center Moved?" by John C. Poirier
      Recent trends about those Christians who say the supernatural gifts of the Spirit have ceased, and what their arguments are today.
• "Picture of Salvation: The Sacrifices of Leviticus," Part 2, by Kevin M. Williams
      Messianic teacher Kevin Williams explains how God laid a legal foundation for redemption in the book of Torah called Leviticus.
• Postmodernism, the Church and the Future: How Should the Church Respond to Postmodernism?
      Suggested Reading
      "The Myth of Relativism: Christianity in a Postmodern World" by Craig A. Carter.
        Professor Carter unpacks what relativism is to give us a better understanding of what postmodernism really is.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Daniel Tomberlin, Encountering God at the Altar: The Sacraments in Pentecostal Worship. Reviewed by William Molenaar.
  • Kenneth J. Collins, The Evangelical Moment: The Promise of an American Religion. Reviewed by Jeffrey Anderson.
  • W. David Buschart, Exploring Protestant Traditions: An Invitation to Theological Hospitality. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Review in Brief: J. Budziszewski, et al., Evangelicals in the Public Square: Four Formative Voices on Political Thought and Action. Reviewed by Amos Yong. The full review is available in the In Depth Resources index.
  • W. C. Campbell-Jack and Gavin J. McGrath with C. Stephen Evans, eds., New Dictionary of Christian Apologetics. Reviewed by Bradford McCall.
  • S. T. Kimbrough, Jr., ed., Orthodox and Wesleyan Scriptural Understanding and Practice. Reviewed by Dony Donev.
  • Rex Humbard, The Soul-Winning Century, 1906-2006 : The Humbard Family Legacy … One Hundred Years of Ministry. Reviewed by Darrin J. Rodgers.
  • Rick Nanez, Full Gospel, Fractured Minds?: A Call to Use God's Gift of the Intellect. Reviewed by Dave Johnson. | Read an excerpt from Full Gospel, Fractured Minds? "Our Anti-Intellectual Heritage: The history and beliefs of the Pentecostal movement, often shared by evangelicals, hold the seeds of a bias against the life of the mind."
  • Rick Richardson, Experiencing Healing Prayer: How God Turns Our Hurts into Wholeness. Reviewed by Roscoe Barnes III.
  • Sam Storms, Convergence: Spiritual Journeys Of A Charismatic Calvinist. Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Tony Lane, A Concise History of Christian Thought. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Tim Morris and Don Petcher, Science & Grace. Reviewed by Bradford McCall.
  • Mark Galli, interviewer, "Glocal Church Ministry: Bob Roberts has an idea that may change American congregations, if not the world" Christianity Today (July 2007). Reviewed by Julie Ma.
  • Other Signficant Articles, by the editors
    • Steve Witt, "Thy Space" Spread the Fire (August 2007).
    • Doug Beacham, "The Church is Flat: How globalization is shifting the power structure of the worldwide church" Ministry Today (July/August 2007).
    • Evangelical Review of Theology (January 2007)
    • "The Global Slave Trade: A Cause for Our Time" Mission Frontiers (July-August 2007).

Volume 10, Number 4 Fall 2007

• "Power of the Cross: Power Ministry In The Epistles: A Reply to the Evangelical Cessationist Position" by Walter R. Bodine.
      Has the power given to followers of Jesus been withdrawn?
  
• "Picture of Salvation: The Sacrifices of Leviticus" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 1 of 2.
      Messianic teacher Kevin Williams explains how God laid a legal foundation for redemption in the book of Torah called Leviticus.
• A Conversation with John Paul Jackson. Interview by John Lathrop
      John Paul Jackson discusses prophetic ministry and its place in churches today.
• How Should the Church Respond to Postmodernism?
      Suggested Reading
      "Effectively Engaging Pluralism and Postmodernism in a So-Called Post-Christian Culture: A Review Essay of Lesslie Newbigin's The Gospel in a Pluralist Society" by Tony Richie.
        Pastor Tony Richie says that missionary and scholar Lesslie Newbigin has much to tell us about living in a world where many religions shape the surrounding society.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Don Garlington, In Defense of the New Perspective on Paul: Essays and Reviews (Wipf and Stock, 2005). Reviewed by Amos Yong. Professor Yong introduces us to the New Perspective on Paul, helping us see into the scholarly debate with his own insights as a pentecostal theologian.
  • R. Loren Sandford, Understanding Prophetic People: Blessings and Problems with the Prophetic Gift (Chosen Books, 2007). Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Gregory A. Boyd, The Myth of a Christian Nation: How the Quest for Political Power is Destroying the Church (Zondervan, 2005). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Virginia Burrus, ed., Late Ancient Christianity, A People's History of Christianity, Vol. 2 (Minneapolis, Minn.: Fortress, 2005). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Graham Cooke, Prophecy & Responsibility: A Journey into Receiving Revelation and the Process of Godly Communication (Brilliant Book House, 2007). Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Dennis M. Cahill, The Shape of Preaching: Theory and Practice in Sermon Design (Baker, 2007). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Roland Chia, Hope for the World: A Christian Vision of the Last Things, Christian Doctrine in Global Perspective Series; series editor David Smith, consulting editor John Stott (IVP Academic, 2005). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Kevin Charles Belmonte, William Wilberforce: A Hero for Humanity (Zondervan, 2007). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Dennis M. Cahill, The Shape of Preaching: Theory and Practice in Sermon Design (Baker, 2007). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Alister E. McGrath, Christian Theology: An Introduction, third edition (Blackwell Publishing, 2001). Alister E. McGrath, The Christian Theology Reader, second edition (Blackwell Publishing, 2001). Reviewed by Jim Purves.
  • Glenn S. Sunshine, The Reformation for Armchair Theologians (Westminster/John Knox Press, 2005). Reviewed by Patricia Riley.
  • Robert E. Webber, The Divine Embrace: Recovering the Passionate Spiritual Life (Baker, 2006). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • N.T. Wright, Judas and the Gospel of Jesus: Have We Missed the Truth About Christianity? (Baker, 2006). Reviewed by Jim Purves.
  • James Beilby and Paul R. Eddy, eds., The Nature of the Atonement: Four Views (IVP Academic, 2006). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Periodical Review: Isaac Phiri and Joe Maxwell, "Gospel Riches: Africa's rapid embrace of prosperity Pentecostalism provokes concern--and hope" Christianity Today (July 2007), pages 22-29. Reviewed by Raul L. Mock. Related articles: "First Church of Prosperidad" Arlene Sanchez Walsh talks about similarities and differences between African-style prosperity gospel and immigrant Latino churches in the USA. | Paul Gifford, "Expecting Miracles: The prosperity gospel in Africa" The Christian Century (July 10, 2007).
  • Other Signficant Articles, by the editors
    • Glenn Schwartz, "A Cure for Handicapped Churches: Reflections on Dependency in the Christian Movement" Mission Frontiers (May/June 2007), pages 26-28.
    • "Sub-biblical Transformation: Organization-speak threatens to blind us to the church's unique glory" Christianity Today (June 2007).
    • Kerby Rials, "Eastern Exodus: Some Protestant leaders are leaving their evangelical roots for Catholic and Orthodox churches. What's behind the trend?" Ministry Today (May/Jun 2007).

Volume 10, Number 3 Summer 2007

• "Power of the Cross: Following Christ's Example: A Biblical View of Discipleship" by Don Williams.
      Jesus' pattern for making disciples can show us how to live and minister today.
  
• Interview: Francis and Judith MacNutt
      Bill De Arteaga introduces readers to these charismatic leaders and David Kyle Foster lets the MacNutts speak for themselves about their life and ministry.
• How Should the Church Respond to Postmodernism?
      Suggested Reading
      "From Babel to Pentecost: Proclamation, Translation, and the Risk of the Spirit" by B. Keith Putt. Can postmodernism tell us something about how the church is to function, how we tell the story of Jesus, and how the Spirit works in our lives?
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Graham Cooke, Approaching The Heart Of Prophecy: A Journey Into Encouragement, Blessing And Prophetic Gifting (Punch Press, 2006). Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Daniel R. Jennings, The Supernatural Occurrences of John Wesley (SEAN Multimedia, 2005). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Crystal L. Downing, How Postmodernism Serves (My) Faith: Questioning Truth in Language, Philosophy and Art (InterVarsity Press, 2006). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Thomas G. Long, Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible (Fortress Press, 1989). Reviewed by Aldwin Ragoonath .
  • David Bebbington, The Dominance of Evangelicalism: The Age of Spurgeon and Moody (InterVarsity Press, 2005). Reviewed by Jeffrey Anderson.
  • Ronald E. Baxter, Charismatic Gift of Tongues (Grand Rapids: Kregel, 1981). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Sam Van Eman, On Earth as It Is In Advertising: Moving From Commercial Hype to Gospel Hope (Grand Rapids: Brazos Press, 2005). Reviewed by Roscoe Barnes III.
  • Periodical Review: Philip Jenkins, "Companions of Life: A Supple Faith" Christian Vision Project, Books & Culture 13:2 (March/April 2007). Reviewed by Tony Richie .
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Jack Hayford, "Tongues 101: The church needs to look at tongues as a gift, not as a cause for endless theological debate" Ministry Today (March/April 2007), page 38.
    • Ted Olsen, "What Really Unites Pentecostals?: It's not speaking in tongues. It may be the prosperity gospel" Christianity Today (December 2006).
    • Patrick Sherry, "The Beauty of God the Holy Spirit" Theology Today 64:1 (April 2007), pages 5-13.

Volume 10, Number 2 Spring 2007

• "Power of the Cross: The Purpose of Signs and Wonders in the New Testament: What Terms for Miraculous Power Denote and Their Relationship to the Gospel" by Gary S. Greig, Part 2 of 2.
      How the New Testament describes the supernatural can tell us a great deal about how we should see the miraculous.
      Read an excerpt from April 2007 Pneuma Informer.
• Correctly Handling The Word of Truth
      An Interview with Craig Keener about the Holy Spirit and the Word of God.
• How Should the Church Respond to Postmodernism?
      Suggested Reading
      "Retro Faith: A Christian Response to Postmodernism" By Winfield Bevins. Looking back to look to the church of the future.
      Reader Comment
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Jim Purves, The Triune God and the Charismatic Movement: A Critical Appraisal of Trinitarian Theology and Charismatic Experience from a Scottish Perspective, Paternoster Theological Monographs (Cumbria, UK: Paternoster, 2004). Reviewed by Matthew K. Thompson.
  • R. Loren Sandford, Purifying the Prophetic: Breaking Free from the Spirit of Self-Fulfillment (Grand Rapids: Chosen, 2005). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Thomas C. Oden, Turning around the Mainline: How Renewal Movements are Changing the Church (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2006). Reviewed by Gary Loy.
  • David J. Hesselgrave, Paradigms in Conflict: 10 Key Questions in Christian Missions Today (Grand Rapids: Kregel, 2005). Reviewed by Reviewed by James A. Borland.
  • Roc Bottomly, The Promised Power: Experiencing The Union Of Word and Spirit (Colorado Springs: NavPress, 2005). Reviewed by Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Ruth A. Tucker, God Talk: Cautions for those Who Hear God's Voice (Downers Grove, Illinois: InterVarsity Press, 2005). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Ernest B. Gentile, Your Sons & Daughters Shall Prophesy: Prophetic Gifts in Ministry Today (Grand Rapids: Chosen Books, 1999). Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Johanna W. H. Van Wijk-Bos, Making Wise the Simple: The Torah in Christian Faith and Practice (Grand Rapids: Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2005). Reviewed by Malcolm R. Brubaker.
  • Veli-Matti Karkkainen, An Introduction to Theology of Religions: Biblical, Historical, & Contemporary Perspectives (Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 2003). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Festus Akinnifesi, Divine Healing: A Biblical Solution to Sound Health (Longwood, FL: Xulon Press, 2005). Reviewed by Roscoe Barnes III.
  • Otis L. Fisher, The Role of the Spirit in the World and Life: How God is Immanent in His Creation (Longwood, FL: Xulon Press, 2004). Reviewed by David Trementozzi.
  • Alister E. McGrath, The Science of God: An Introduction to Scientific Theology (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2004). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Periodical Review: Joe Maxwell, "Martyred for the Message: We've forgotten how much blood was spilled so that we could read God's Word" Charisma (Sept 2006), pages 38-40, 42-47. Reviewed by Kirk Hunt.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Jack Hayford, "Waltzing With the World?" Ministry Today (July/Aug 2006), page 50.
    • "What's Next" Christianity Today (October 2006), pages 72-76, 78, 80, 82.
    • Nate Kilgore, "An Unlikely Alliance: How an 'average church' overcame the fear of partnering with 'big government.'" Ministry Today (Sept/Oct 2006), pages 72-76, 78, 80, 82.
    • Chris Armstrong, "Embrace Your Inner Pentecostal" Christianity Today (Sep 2006).
    • Matt Conner, "The Teaching Pool: In the age of do-it-yourself study, a group of maverick preachers is reinventing the task of sermon preparation" Ministry Today (July/Aug 2006), pages 36-38
    • Jon Rising, "School's In: How open-source education may change the way you hit the books" Ministry Today (Nov/Dec 2006), pages 21-23. Find links to these resources by looking for "Seminary for Free?" on www.ministrytodaymag.com/tools.

Volume 10, Number 1 Winter 2007

• "Power of the Cross: The Purpose of Signs and Wonders in the New Testament: What Terms for Miraculous Power Denote and Their Relationship to the Gospel" by Gary S. Greig, Part 1 of 2.
      How the New Testament describes the supernatural can tell us a great deal about how we should see the miraculous.
• How Should the Church Respond to Postmodernism?
      Editor's Introduction to the discussion "Postmodernism, the Church and the Future"
      "Emerge or Submerge" by Dave Livermore. Is "cultural relevance" an effective and theologically sound wineskin for the emergent church or is it moving Christianity toward oblivion?
• "Personal Prophecy: How Much Can We Trust It?" by Eddie L. Hyatt
      What is the place of personal prophecy in the local church and our lives?
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Bill Jackson, The Quest for the Radical Middle: A History of the Vineyard (Cape Town, South Africa: Vineyard International Publishing, 1999). Reviewed by Malcolm R. Brubaker.
  • Austin B. Tucker, A Primer for Pastors (Grand Rapids: Kregel Publications, 2004). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Stanley J. Grenz, Rediscovering the Triune God: The Trinity in Contemporary Theology (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2004). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Review in Brief: Christopher Partridge, General Editor, Introduction to World Religions (Minneapolis: Fortress, 2005). Reviewed by Tony Richie. The full review is available in the In Depth Resources index.
  • Robert Heidler, Experiencing The Spirit (Ventura, CA: Renew/Gospel Light, 1998). Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Matthew Hyam, I Still Have More Questions than Answers: An Accidental Journey through Discipleship, Life and Leadership (Cape Town, South Africa: Vineyard International Publishing, 2004). Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Amos Yong, The Spirit Poured Out on All Flesh: Pentecostalism and the Possibility of Global Theology (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2005). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Bill T. Arnold & H.G.M. Williamson, eds., Dictionary of the Old Testament: Historical Books (Downers Grove, IL & Leicester, England: InterVarsity Press, 2005). Reviewed by Mike Rogers.
  • Martin Erdmann, The Millennial Controversy in the Early Church (Eugene, OR: Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2005). Reviewed by Matthew K. Thompson.
  • Periodical Review: Jeremy Weber, "The Whole Word for the Whole World" Christianity Today (Sept. 2006). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams. At the time of publication, the full article by Weber was available online on Christianity Today's website, here.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • John Mortensen, "How Then Shall We Write? A Guide to Composing Better Music for Worship" Cutting Edge (Spring, 2006).
    • "Experiencing Life at the Margins: An African bishop tells North American Christians the most helpful gospel-thing they can do" Christianity Today (July 2006), pages 32-35.
    • Fran Patt, "What DNA Are We (Really) Reproducing?" Mission Frontiers (July/August 2006), pages 8-10.
    • Earl Creps, "The Azusa Effect: One hundred years after Azusa, the global church looks and sounds more Pentecostal than ever—but how much longer will this label work to describe a new generation of Spirit-filled believers?" Ministry Today (May/June 2006), pages 68-70, 72, 74.

Volume 9, Number 4 Fall 2006 | Order this issue online

• "Power of the Cross: Old Testament Foundations: A Biblical View of the Relationship of Sin and the Fruits of Sin: Sickness, Demonization, Death, Natural Calamity" by Peter H. Davids
      Understanding the Hebrew Scriptures and Hebrew culture is crucial to understanding how Jesus and the early church viewed sin, the demonic, and the fallen world they lived in.
• "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 22: Matthew 27:27-28:20.
      The final chapter in this unique commentary on the Gospel to the Hebrews. Messianic teacher Kevin Williams discusses the Roman execution of Messiah, the forsakenness of the sacrifice, changing the Sabbath, the Great Commission and other insights in this closing chapter.
• "Wolves or Tares?" by William De Arteaga.
      In this review essay, Pastor William De Arteaga responds to Episcopal Bishop Edward Little's article "Living with Tares; Why I stay in a Church that has seriously strayed from biblical teaching" that appeared in the March 2006 issue of Christianity Today.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • James R Nieman and Thomas G Rogers, Preaching to Every Pew: Cross-Cultural Strategies (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2001), 159 pages. Reviewed by Aldwin Ragoonath.
  • Michael Card, A Fragile Stone: The Emotional Life of Simon Peter (InterVarsity Press, 2003), 200 pages. Reviewed by Patricia Riley.
  • Allan Anderson, An Introduction to Pentecostalism: Global Charismatic Christianity (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2004). Reviewed by Dave Johnson.
  • Frank D. Macchia, Baptized in the Spirit: A Global Pentecostal Theology (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2006), 296 pages. Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Cecil M. Robeck, Jr., The Azusa Street Mission And Revival: The Birth Of The Global Pentecostal Movement (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2006), 342 pages. Reviewed by John Lathrop.
  • Stanley N. Gundry and James Stamoolis, eds., Three Views on Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism, Counterpoints (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2004), 294 pages. Reviewed by Matthew Thompson.
  • St. Symeon the New Theologian, On the Mystical Life: The Ethical Discourses in 3 volumes; Vol. 1: The Church and the Last Things (Crestwood: St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, 1995); Vol. 2: On Virtue and Christian Life (Crestwood: St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, 1996); Vol. 3: Life, Times and Theology (Crestwood: St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, 1997). Reviewed by Dony K. Donev.
  • Hans Boersma, Violence, Hospitality, and the Cross: Reappropriating the Atonement Tradition (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2004), 288 pages. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Stanford E. Linzey, Jr., The Holy Spirit in the Third Millennium: Handbook on the Holy Spirit: A Guide to the Spirit within (Fairfax, Virginia: Xulon Press, 2003), 214 pages. Reviewed by John R. Miller.
  • Periodical Review: Anthony Esolen, "Over Our Dead Bodies," Touchstone (June 2006, Vol 19, No. 5). Reviewed by Kirk Wesley Hunt. At the time of printing, this article was available online here.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Gary B. McGee, "Taking the Logic 'A Little Further': Late Nineteenth-Century References to the Gift of Tongues in Mission-related Literature and their Influence on Early Pentecostalism" Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies 9:1 (2006), pages 99-125. Original article available online.
    • Anthea Butler, "Pentecostal Traditions We Should Pass On: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" PNEUMA: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies 27:2 (Fall 2005).
    • More on Azusa Centennial: numerous articles from Enrichment and Charisma mentioned.

Volume 9, Number 3 Summer 2006 | Order this issue online

• "Power of the Cross: Old Testament Foundations: Signs, Wonders and the People" by Jeffrey Niehaus
      Professor Niehaus says that the Old Testament anticipated the day when all of God's people would be prophetic.
• "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 21: Matthew 26:31-27:36.
      An examination of Messiah's night-time trial before the Sanhedrin, pointing to the fulfillment of Messianic prophecy and the travesty of justice that took place.
• "Desire Prophecy" by John Lathrop.
      Pastor Lathrop reminds us that we should pursue the gifts of the Spirit—especially that we might prophesy—in order to build up the church.
• "Agnes Sanford: Apostle of Healing, and First Theologian of the Charismatic Renewal" Part 2 of 2, by William L. De Arteaga
      Discover Agnes Sanford's important influence on the charismatic movement in this article by historian William De Arteaga.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Craig L. Blomberg, Making Sense of the New Testament: Three Crucial Questions (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2004), 189 pages. Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Ricky Roberts, The Gift of Tongues Examined (Lake Mary, FL: Creation House, 2003), 132 pages. Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Arturo G. Azurdia III, Spirit Empowered Preaching: Involving the Holy Spirit in your Ministry (Great Britain: Christian Focus Publications, 1998), 192 pages. Reviewed by Aldwin Ragoonath.
  • Voyle Glover, Protecting Your Church Against Sexual Predators (Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel, 2005), 133 pages. Reviewed by Kirk Wesley Hunt.
  • Garrett J. DeWeese and J.P. Moreland, Philosophy Made Slightly Less Difficult: A Beginner's Guide to Life's Big Questions (InterVarsity Press, 2005), 170 pages. Reviewed by W. Simpson.
  • Ergun Mehmet Caner and Emir Fethi Caner, Christian Jihad (Grand Rapids: Kregel, 2004), 240 pages. Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Periodical Review: Tony Jones, "Inhabiting the Biblical Narrative: How I Learned to Stop Doing Bible Studies and Start Loving the Bible Again" Youthworker (May/Jun 2004). Reviewed by John Datema.
  • Periodical Review: Grant McClung, "Pentecostals: The Sequel" Christianity Today (April 2006), pages 30-36. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns. Original article available online.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Rob Moll, "Missions Incredible: South Korea sends more missionaries than any country but the U.S. And it won't be long before it's number one" Christianity Today (March 2006), pages 28-34. Original article available online.
    • Dale M. Coulter, "Pentecostal Visions of the End: Eschatology, Ecclesiology and the Fascination of the Left Behind Series" Journal of Pentecostal Theology 14:1 (October 2005), pages 81-98. Original article available online.
    • Stephen Hunt, "The Alpha Program: Charismatic Evangelism for the Contemporary Age" PNEUMA: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies 27:1 (Spring 2005), pages 65-82.
    • Greg Ogden, "Breaking Free from Caregiver to Equipper" Enrichment (Winter 2006), pages 34-40. Original article available online.

Volume 9, Number 2 Spring 2006

• "Power of the Cross: Introduction" by Gary S. Greig & Kevin N. Springer
      Are healing and the spiritual gifts used by Jesus and the early Church meant for the Church today?
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word: The Reader's Social Context" by Craig S. Keener
      Where you live can impact how you read the Bible. In the final chapter of this course on Biblical interpretation, Professor Keener shows how our own culture becomes a context no reader can ignore.
• Article in Brief: "Precedents and Possibilities: Pentecostal Perspectives on World Religions" by Tony Richie
      An introduction to a Pentecostal theology of religions; pointing to the full article online.
• The Speaking in Tongues Controversy: Reader Comments
      Readers give their opinions of Robert Graves' review of Rick Walston's book The Speaking in Tongues Controversy: The Initial, Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
• "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 20: Matthew 26:1-30.
      Messiah celebrates his final Passover on earth, teaching us much about His own identity as the Paschal Lamb.
• "Agnes Sanford: Apostle of Healing, and First Theologian of the Charismatic Renewal" Part 1 of 2, by William L. De Arteaga
      Discover Agnes Sanford's important influence on the charismatic movement in this article by historian William De Arteaga.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Philip Duce and Daniel Strange, eds., Keeping You Balance (InterVarsity Press, 2001), 238 pages. Reviewed by W. Simpson. Read the extended essay review of which the printed review served as an introduction.
  • Review in Brief: James K.A. Smith, Introducing Radical Orthodoxy: Mapping a Post-secular Theology (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, 2004), 291 pages. Reviewed by Peter Althouse. The full review is available in the In Depth Resources index.
  • Francis MacNutt, The Nearly Perfect Crime: How the Church Almost Killed the Ministry of Healing (Chosen, 2005), 256 pages. Reviewed by Jeff Doles.
  • Mark A. Noll, The Rise of Evangelicalism: The age of the Edwards, Whitefield, and the Wesleys, A History of Evangelicalism, People, Movements and Ideas in the English-Speaking World I (Downers Grove, IL: Inter Varsity Press, 2003). Reviewed by John R. Belcher.
  • Bill Hull, "It's Just Not Working" Leadership (Summer 2005), pages 26-28. Reviewed by John Datema.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Eric Wilbanks, "The Portable Preacher: A guide to joining the podcasting revolution ... without getting lost in the crowd." Ministries Today (Jan./Feb. 2006), pages 75-76.
    • "The Apprentices" Leadership (Summer 2005), pages 20-25.

Volume 9, Number 1 Winter 2006

• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Context of Genre: Revelation by Craig S. Keener
      Context of Genre concludes with the book of Revelation. What can we learn from this book that so many Christians have disagreed about?
• The Speaking in Tongues Controversy
      "A Narrative-Critical Response" by Robert Graves. Part 1 of 2. Classical Pentecostal Robert Graves writes that the doctrine of initial evidence and the subsequence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit are taught by scripture.
• "Praying for Mission" by Robert L. Gallagher
      Why did Luke emphasize prayer as he did?
• "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 19: Matthew 24-25
      Messiah tells us much about Himself by what He does and does not say in this discourse from the Mount of Olives.
• "John Alexander Dowie" by Derek Vreeland
      An introduction to a teacher of divine healing that influenced the early Pentecostals.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Carl Raschke, The Next Reformation: Why Evangelicals Must Embrace Postmodernity (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2004), 235 pages. Reviewed by Robert Cooke.
  • David Aikman, Jesus in Beijing: How Christianity is Transforming China and Changing the Global Balance of Power (Washington, DC: Regenery, 2003), 344 pages. Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Veli-Matti Karkkainen, Christology: A Global Introduction. An Ecumenical, International, and Contextual Perspective (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2004) 300 pages. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Martin Goodman, Jeremy Cohen, and David Sorkin, eds., The Oxford Handbook of Jewish Studies, new edition (Oxford University Press, 2005), 1056 pages. Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • Harold Netland, Encountering Religious Pluralism: The Challenge to Christian Faith & Mission (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 2001), 368 pages. Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Julia C Loren, "Healers of the Wounded Soul" Charisma (Sept. 2005), pages 55-62. Reviewed by William L. De Arteaga.
  • James M. Hamilton, Jr., "God With Men in the Torah" The Westminster Theological Journal 65:1 (Spring 2003), pages 113-133. Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Philip Yancey, "A Quirky & Vibrant Mosaic" Christianity Today (June 2005), pages 36-39.
    • Jon Mark Ruthven, "Are Pentecostal Seminaries a Good Idea?" PNEUMA: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies 26:2 (Fall 2004), pages 339-345.
    • Tim Stafford, "The Pentecostal Gold Standard: After 50 years in ministry, Jack Hayford continues to confound stereotypes-all to the good." Christianity Today (July 2005).

Volume 8, Number 4 Fall 2005

• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Context of Genre Continued. By Craig S. Keener
      Context of Genre continues with a study of the type of inspired literature found in the teachings of Jesus, the gospels, letters to churches and individuals, and prophetic passages.
• "Spiritual Ecstasy: Israeli Spirituality in the Days of Jesus the Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams.
      Were Pharisees opposed to anything supernatural? Historical accounts of First Century Jewish mysticism might surprise you.
• Guest Editorial: "The Colossian Heresy Revisited: Has the Prophetic Stream Lost Its Focus?'" by Eddie L. Hyatt.
      In this gues editorial, Eddie Hyatt points us to Jesus as the antidote to wayward spirituality.
• The Speaking in Tongues Controversy
      Introduction to the Discussion: Join us for a dicussion of Rick Walston's book The Speaking in Tongues Controversy: The Initial, Physical Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit
      "A Narrative-Critical Response" by Robert Graves. Part 1 of 2. Differing with Walston, classical Pentecostal Robert Graves writes that the doctrine of initial evidence and the subsequence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit are taught by scripture.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Veli-Matti Karkkainen, The Doctrine of God: A Global Introduction. A Biblical, Historical, and Contemporary Survey, (Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2004). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Cornelius Plantinga, Jr., Engaging God's World: A Christian Vision of Faith, Learning, and Living (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2002). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Meir Ben-Dov, Historical Atlas of Jerusalem (Continuum, 2002). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • Andrew Perriman, Faith, Health and Prosperity (UK: Paternoster, 2003 / USA: Gabriel Resources, 2004). Reviewed by W. Simpson.
  • Amos Yong, Discerning the Spirit(s): A Pentecostal-Charismatic Contribution to the Christian Theology of Religions Journal of Pentecostal Theology Supplement Series 20 (Sheffield, England: Sheffield Academic Press, 2000). Reviewed by Tony Richie.
  • Ivor J. Davidson, The Birth of the Church: From Jesus to Constantine, A.D. 30-312. The Baker History of the Church, Vol. 1 (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2004). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • David Murrow, "Mild At Heart: The disturbing exodus of men from the church, and how you can change it." Ministries Today (May/June 2005), pages 40-44, 46. Reviewed by Kirk Wesley Hunt.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • William L. De Arteaga, "Glenn Clark's Camps Furthest Out: the Schoolhouse of the Charismatic Renewal" PNEUMA: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies 25:2 (Fall 2003), pages 265-288.
    • S. David Moore, "William J. Seymour: The unlikely catalyst of the Azusa Street revival can still teach us what it means to be authentically Spirit-filled." Ministries Today (May/June 2005), page 48.
    • "World Christianity: Western Culture, Missions and the (Real) Future of the Church" Cutting Edge 9:1 (Spring 2005), pages 2-5. Interview with Philip Jenkins.
    • Stanley J. Grenz, "What Does It Really Mean to Be Postmodern?" Enrichment (Summer, 2005), pages 112-114.

Volume 8, Number 3 Summer 2005

• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Context of Genre Continued. By Craig S. Keener
      Professor Keener continues with a study of laws in the Bible, Biblical prayer and songs, proverbs, and romance literature.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 18: Matthew 22:41-23:39.
      In this installment of this unique commentary on the Gospel to the Hebrews, Yeshua asks His examiners a question, "What do you think about Christ, whose son is He?"
• "Wesley and the Pentecostals" by Winfield Bevins
      Discover the heritage of John Wesley that runs deep in Holiness and Pentecostal movements.
• "Fruitful Repentance" by Daniel A. Brown
      Lose your folklore and gain biblical insight about this misunderstood gift from God.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Ajith Fernando, Sharing the Truth in Love: How to relate to people of other faiths, (Grand Rapids: Discovery House Publishers, 2001). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Howard M. Ervin, Healing: Sign of the Kingdom (Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 2002). Reviewed by Mathew Thompson.
  • Michael L. Satlow, Jewish Marriage in Antiquity (Princeton University Press, 2001). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • Ian Stackhouse, The Gospel-Driven Church: Retrieving Classical Ministry for Contemporary Revivalism (Milton Keynes, UK: Paternoster, 2004). Reviewed by James Purves.
  • Review in Brief: David Martin, Pentecostalism: The World Their Parish (Oxford: Blackwell Publishers Ltd., 2002). Reviewed by Peter Althouse. Read the entire review on the In Depth Resources index.
  • Harry R. Jackson, Jr., The Warrior's Heart (Grand Rapids: Chosen, 2004). Reviewed by Kirk Wesley Hunt.
  • C. Peter Wagner and Joseph Thompson, eds., Out of Africa (Ventura, CA: Regal, 2004). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Tim Keel, "Naked in the Pulpit: How my preaching became an act of intimacy." Leadership Journal (Winter 2005). Reviewed by John Datema.
  • Other Signficant Articles & Media
    • The Gospel of John (Visual Bible, 2004). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
    • Curtiss Paul DeYoung, Michael O. Emerson, George Yancey, and Karen Chai Kim, "All Churches Should Be Multiracial" Christianity Today (April 2005), pages 32-35.
    • "Pentecost: Empowerment for Life-Changing Ministry" Enrichment (Winter, 2005).
    • Jack Hayford, "The Apostolic 'Right Stuff'" Ministries Today (Nov/Dec 2004), pages 98, 96-97.

Volume 8, Number 2 Spring 2005

• "John the Baptist and the Prophetic Spirit of Pentecost" by James Hernando
      In this article, Professor James Hernando is sure to challenge you with the urgency and mandate of prophetic preaching.
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Context of Genre: Narrative. By Craig S. Keener
      What can we really learn from the narratives in the Bible? Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 17: Matthew 22:1-40.
      Messiah's identity and leadership are revealed in His parables about the coming kingdom of God in His confrontations with contemporary leaders.
• Guest Editorial: "Differences Make Us Mo' Betta'" by Richard Twiss.
      Coming away from a reading from Whose Religion is Christianity? by Lamin Sanneh, First Nations leader Richard Twiss gives us a challenge about unity in the Body of Christ.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Michael L. Brown, Answering Jewish Objections to Jesus, Vols. 1-3 (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2000 and 2003). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • George Barna and Mark Hatch, Boiling Point (Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 2001). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Andrew D. Clarke, Serve the Community of the Church: Christians as Leaders and Ministers (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2000). Reviewed by James Purves.
  • Mark L. Cartledge, Practical Theology: Charismatic and Empirical Perspectives (Carlisle, Cumbria, UK: Paternoster Press, 2003). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Norma Cook Everist, The Difficult but Indispensable Church (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2002). Reviewed by Kirk Wesley Hunt.
  • Max Turner, The Holy Spirit and Spiritual Gifts in the New Testament Church and Today (Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 1998), revised edition. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Timothy Yates, The Expansion of Christianity (InterVarsity Press, 2004). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Stanley J. Grenz, "We Dare Not Fall: Dealing With the Peril of Clergy Sexual Misconduct" Enrichment (Fall 2004), pages 38-47, 51. Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Vinson Synan, "2000 Years of Prophetic Ministry: Read the Stories Behind the Gift" Ministries Today (Sept/Oct, 2004), pages 24-28. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • Ernest B. Gentile, "You Can Have a Personal Pentecost: The baptism in the Holy Spirit is nothing to fear. It's God's gift for all Christians" Charisma (October 2004), pages 76-78.
    • Don Scribner, "A Model for Determining the Most Needy Unreached or Least-Reached Peoples" Mission Frontiers (July 2004), pages 6-13.
    • Paul L. King, "A Historical Survey of Belief and Practice regarding Deliverance of Demonized Christians" Refleks 3-1 (2004).

Volume 8, Number 1 Winter 2005

• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Bible Background, Part 2 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener. Part 2 of this chapter on Bible background includes more examples of using cultural background.
• "The Johannine Anointing: Focusing on Truth" by Robert W. Graves
      When the Gospel writer John used the word anointing, did he mean something different from how other New Testament writers used the term?
• Review Essay: "The Healing Promise—A Charismatic Response" by Graham Old.
      A British pastor responds to the book by Richard Mayhue that is critical of contemporary healing ministry.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 16: Matthew 21:1-46.
      Kevin Williams gives us First Century eyes to look at the triumphal entry and the examination of the sacraficial Lamb. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Speaking in Tongues: The New Testament Evidence in Context. Gerald Hovenden. Sheffield Academic Press (Sheffield, England, 2002). Reviewed by Robert Cooke.
  • Review in Brief: Speech and Theology: Language and the Logic of the Incarnation. Radical Orthodoxy Series. James K. A. Smith. Routledge (London and New York, 2002). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey. Read the entire review on the In Depth Resources index.
  • Darwin's Proof: The Triumph of Religion over Science. Cornelius G. Hunter. Brazos Press (Grand Rapids, 2003). Reviewed by Amos Yong.
  • The Life and Ministry of William J. Seymour. Larry Martin. Christian Life Books (Joplin, MO, 1999). Reviewed by Paul L. King.
  • Community Formation in the Early Church and in the Church Today. Richard N. Longnecker, ed. Hendrickson Publishers (Peabody, MA, 2002). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Gift & Giver: The Holy Spirit for Today Craig S. Keener. Baker Academic (Grand Rapids, 2001). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • "Fighting the Future." Earl Creps. Ministries Today (Jul/Aug, 2004), pages 50-54. Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "Incarnating Jesus Christ includes the Supernatural" Jim Montgomery. Dawn Report 54 (June 2004), pages 1-2.
    • "When Healing Doesn't Come: People who live with chronic illness or physical challenges need compassion, not condemnation." James R. Hall. Charisma (July 2004), pages 56-57.

Volume 7, Number 4 Fall 2004

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Epilogue" by J. Rodman Williams
      Conclusion, with Bibliography, to Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century.
  
• "Across the Lines: Charles Parham's Contribution to the Inter-Racial Character of Early Pentecostalism" by Eddie L. Hyatt, with comments by Pauline Parham.
      Historian Eddie Hyatt shares with us the fruit of his research into the alleged racism that has been attributed to Pentecostal pioneer Charles Parham. Was Parham a racist, or should he actually be given credit for encouraging a "colorblind" revival of Christianity? Was the rift between Parham and William Seymour ever mended?
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Bible Background, Part 1 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
  
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes: Conclusion to the discussion about God's control and man's freedom.
      Comments and Responses to Readers
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 15: Matthew 18:21-20:34.
      Forgiveness. Fidelity. Laying on of hands. Kevin Williams puts these and other teachings of Jesus in their context, pulling back the veil of history and culture that is now far removed from us. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Jesus and Cesaer: Christians in the Public Square. Brian C. Stiller. Castle Quay Books (Oakville, Ontario, 2003). Reviewed by Peter Althouse.
  • Humility. C. Peter Wagner. Regal Books (2002). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • The Spiritual Society: What Lurks Beyond Postmodernism. Fredric W. Baue. Crossway Books (Wheaton, IL, 2001). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • The Question of God: C. S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud Debate God, Love, Sex, and the Meaning of Life. Armand M. Nicholi, Jr. Free Press (New York, 2002). Reviewed by Steve Brooks.
  • Online Review: The Next American Spirituality. George Gallup. Cook Communications (2000). Reviewed by Dave Redden. Read the entire review on the Guest Articles index.
  • Jesus and the Victory of God: Christian Origins and the Question of God Volume 2. N. T. Wright. Fortress Press (Minneapolis, 1996). Reviewed by Joel McClure.
  • "Emerging Values: The next generation is redifining spiritual formation, community, and mission." Brian D. McLaren. Leadership (Summer, 2003), pages 34-39. Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "We Must Pass the Baton." Matthew Kutz and Jason King. Charisma (June 2004), pages 84-86. Full article was available here.
    • "Why the 'Lost Gospels' Lost Out: Recent gadfly theories about church council conspiracies that manipulated the New Testament into existence are bad—really bad—history" Ben Witherington. Christianity Today(June 2004), pages 26-40. Full article was available here.
    • "Exploring the Land of the Apostles: Because Turkey is the backdrop for so much of the New Testament, traveling there opens a world of biblical understanding." Irving Hexam and Charles Nienkirchen. Charisma (Mar 2004), pages 86-87, 89-91.
    • "Holiness Fire-Starter" Charles Edward White. Christian History & Bibliography 82 (Spring 2004), pages 16-17, 19-21.

Volume 7, Number 3 Summer 2004

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Effects" Part 2 of 2 by J. Rodman Williams
      The eighth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century.
  
• Empowered to Serve
      An interview with author and educator French L. Arrington.
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" More Principles of Context. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
  
• How Much Does God Control?
      This issue begins the closing statements from the panelists on the discussion about God's control and man's freedom.
      Editor's Notes
      Closing Statement: Open View by Kenneth J. Archer
      Closing Statement: Charismatic Calvinism by Graham Old
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 14: Matthew 17:24-18:16.
      Does Messiah pay taxes? Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams and find out. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Encountering the Holy Spirit: Paths of Christian Growth and Service. French L. Arrington. Pathway Press (Cleveland, TN, 2003). Reviewed by Mike Knowles.
  • Thinking in the Spirit: Theologies of the Early Pentecostal Movement. Douglas Jacobsen. Indiana University Press (Bloomington and Indianapolis, 2003). Reviewed by Amos Yong.
  • Review in Brief: Power and the Church: Ecclesiology in an Age of Transition. Martyn Percy. Cassell (London and Herndon, VA, 2003). Reviewed by Amos Yong. Read the entire review on the In Depth Resources index.
  • Portraits of a Generation: Early Pentecostal Leaders. James R. Goff Jr. and Grant Wacker, eds. University of Arkansas Press (Fayetteville, AR, 2002). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • "The Christian and Missionary Alliance: Higher Life Movement of Missions, Holiness, and Healing" Paul L. King. Refleks: med karismatisk kristendom i fokus 2-1 (2003), pages 21-30. Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • "Pastors Who Lead the Way" Rick Warren. Enrichment 9:1 (Winter 2004). Reviewed by Carl Halquist.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "No More 'Geek Speak': New programs get past the jargon and make it easy to create, update, and manage your church's website." Jennifer Schuchmann. Your Church (Jan/Feb 2004), pages 66-70.
    • "He is Faithful That Promised" John Arnott. Spread the Fire 2004:1, pages 5-7.
    • "Itching Ears?" R. T. Kendall. Ministries Today (Mar/Apr 2004), pages 20-22.
      "Word + Spirit = Power" R. T. Kendall. Ministries Today (Mar/Apr 2004), pages 24-26
    • "Opeing Closed Minds: When you address controversial issues today, you can irritate or influence, but not both" Adam Hamilton. Leadership (Spring 2004), pages 37-41.

Volume 7, Number 2 Spring 2004

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Effects" Part 1 of 2 by J. Rodman Williams
      The eighth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century.
      Read an excerpt from the May 2004 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• Prophecy in the Church Today
      An interview with pastor and author Michael Sullivant about the gift of prophecy.
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Whole Book Context. Part 2 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
      Read an excerpt from the May 2004 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• How Much Does God Control?
      The discussion about God's control and man's freedom continues with the Arminian panelist responding to the other represented views.
      Editor's Notes
      Recent Articles about How Much Does God Control?
      Recent Books about How Much Does God Control?
      Arminian Response to Open View by James Railey
      Arminian Response to Charismatic Calvinism by James Railey
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 13: Matthew 17:10-21.
      What does the coming of Elijah and the casting out of demons have to doe with showing Jesus as Messiah? Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams and find out. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Editorial: "Read Any Good Books Lately?"
  
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • The Word-Faith Controversy: Understanding the health and wealth gospel. Robert M. Bowman, Jr. Baker (Grand Rapids, 2001). Reviewed by Paul L. King.
  • Review in Brief: Beyond the Impasse: Toward a Pneumatological Theology of Religions. Amos Yong. Baker Academic (Grand Rapids, 2003). Reviewed by Matthew Thompson. Read the entire review on the In Depth Resources page.
  • The Resurrection of Jesus: A Jewish Perspective. Pinchas Lapide. Wipf and Stock Publishers (Eugene, OR, 2002). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • Review in Brief: Developing Your Prophetic Gifting. Graham Cooke. Chosen Books (Grand Rapids, 2003). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns. Read the entire review on the Online Articles index.
  • Double Review: A New Kind of Christian. A tale of two friends on a spiritual journey. Brian D. McLaren. Jossey-Bass (San Francisco, 2001). The Story We Find Ourselves In. Further Adventures of A New Kind of Christian. Brian D. McLaren. Jossey-Bass (San Francisco, 2003). Reviewed by Mike Dies.
  • "Practicing What We Preach" Jack W. Hayford. Ministries Today (November/December 2003), pages 22-27. Reviewed by Mike Dies.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "The New Old-Time Religion" Jay Tolson. U.S. News & World Report (Dec. 8, 2003), pages 36-38, 41-44.
    • Enrichment (Fall 2003)
    • "Faith and Healing: Can religion improve health? While the debate rages in journals and med schools, more Americans ask for doctor's prayers." Claudia Kalb. Newsweek (Nov. 10, 2003), pages 44-50, 53-54, 56.

Volume 7, Number 1 Winter 2004

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Context" by J. Rodman Williams
      The seventh chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century.
      Read an excerpt from the February 2004 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word: Whole Book Context." Part 1 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
      Read an excerpt from the February 2004 issue of the Pneuma Informer.     Full article available in Bulgarian: Whole Book Context, 1 of 2.
• How Much Does God Control?
      The discussion about God's control and man's freedom continues with two panelists responding to the Arminian view.
      Editor's Notes
      Charismatic Calvinism Response to the Arminian View. Graham Old.
      Open View Response to the Arminian View. Kenneth J. Archer.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 12: Matthew 16:21-17:9.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin M. Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Worship Leader Series: "Humility, the Key to Serving in Worship" by Terry Butler.
  
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • The Word of God in English: Criteria for Excellence in Bible Translation. Leland Ryken. Crossway Books (Wheaton, IL, 2002). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Biographical Dictionary of Evangelicals Timothy Larsen, ed. InterVarsity Press (Downers Grove, IL, 2003). Reviewed by Raul L. Mock.
  • Andrew & Emma Murray: An intimate portrait of their marriage and ministry. Leona Choy. Golden Morning Publishing (Winchester, Virginia, 2002). Reviewed by James Purves.
  • Dictionary of the Old Testament Pentateuch, A Compendium of Contemporary Biblical Scholarship. T. Desmond Alexander and David W. Baker, eds. InterVarsity Press (Downers Grove, IL, 2003). Reviewed by Mike Rogers.
  • Purpose Directed Theology: Getting Our Priorities Right in Evangelical Controversies. Darrell L. Bock. InterVarsity Press (Downers Grove, IL, 2002). Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Review in Brief: An Introduction to Ecclesiology: Ecumenical, Historical & Global Perspectives. Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen. InterVarsity Press (Downers Grove, IL, 2002). Reviewed by Amos Yong. Read the entire review on the In Depth Resources page.
  • "Punching Prejudice" Adrienne S. Gaines. Ministries Today (July/August 2003), pages 30-34. Reviewed by Michael J. Dies.
  • Review Essay: "Are You Still Relevant?" Reviewed by Derek Vreeland.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "Literacy in the Time of Jesus" Alan Millard. Biblical Archaeology Review (July/Aug 2003 Vol 29 No 4), pages 36-45.
    • Christian History 79 (Vol XXII, No 3. August 2003)

Volume 6, Number 4 Fall 2003

• The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today Chapter Six: Means, by J. Rodman Williams
      The sixth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century. Reprinted in the Pneuma Review with minor revision by the author.
  
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Chapter Two: Learning Context. Part 2 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
      Read an excerpt from the September 2003 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Arminian View
        Professor James Railey continues the discussion on God's control and man's freedom with his presentation of an Arminian perspective.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 11: Matthew 16.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin M. Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Worship Leader Series: "Encouraging the Team" by Rick Kamrath.
      Read an excerpt of this article in the September 2003 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Healing through the Centuries: Models for Understanding. Ronald A. N. Kydd. Hendrickson Publishers (Peabody, Massachusetts, 1998). Reviewed by Peter Althouse.
  • 2000 Years of Charismatic Christianity Eddie L. Hyatt. Charisma House (Mary Lake, Florida, 2002). Reviewed by Raul L. Mock.
  • Revolution in the Church: Challenging the religious system with a call for radical change. Michael L. Brown. Chosen Books (Grand Rapids, 2002). Reviewed by John R. Belcher.
  • "Can a Christian Have a Demon?" John Eckhardt. Charisma (March 2003), pages 66-68. Reviewed by Michael J. Dies.
  • Other Signficant Articles
    • "Three Centuries of Objections to Biblical Miracles" Mark J. Larson. Bibliothecra Sacra 160 (Jan-Mar 2003), pages 77-100.
    • "When Wal-Mart Moves In" John M. De Marco. Outreach (May-June 2003), pages 46-53.
    • "Help! My Church Won't Grow" Daniel A. Brown. Ministries Today (July/Aug 2003), pages 44-48.
    • "Breaking Chains" Christianity Today (March 2003), pages 46-54.
    • "The Ruach, the Jews, and the Pentecostal Experience" Ray Gannon. Enrichment (Summer 2003), pages 110-111.
    • "Miracle on my street" Tricia Goyer. On Mission (Jan-Feb 2003), pages 35-37.

Volume 6, Number 3 Summer 2003

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Reception" by J. Rodman Williams
      The fifth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century. Reprinted with minor revision by the author.
      Read an excerpt from the July 2003 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Chapter Two: Learning Context. Part 1 of 2. By Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
      Read an excerpt from the July 2003 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Open View Response to "Charismatic Calvinism" Kenneth J. Archer responds to Graham Old's paper on "Charismatic Calvinism" in this on-going discussion of man's freedom and God's control.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M. Williams. Part 10: Matthew 15.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin M. Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Guest Essay: "Forgotten Power: The Lord's Supper and the Biblical Pattern of Revival" by William L. De Arteaga.
      Is there some connection between the celebration of Passover and the Lord's Table with revival? Read this thought-provoking article from the author of Quenching the Spirit.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Pneumatology: The Holy Spirit in Ecumenical, International, and Contextual Perspective Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen. Baker Academic (Grand Rapids, 2002). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • Expect A Miracle: My Life and Ministry Oral Roberts. Thomas Nelson (1995). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • "Three Temptations of Spiritual Formation" Evan Howard. Christianity Today (Dec. 9, 2002), pages 46-49. Reviewed by Raul L. Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles & Media
    • Yeshua/Jesus: Exploring the Jewish Roots of Jesus. Peter Darg, host. Gateway Films (Distributed by Vision Video). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
    • "Where Judgment Begins" Leadership (Winter 2003, Vol XXIV, No 1).
    • "24 Reasons Why I Believe in Hell" David Shelby. Charisma (April 2003), pages 68-72.

Volume 6, Number 2 Spring 2003

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Purpose" Part 2 of 2 by J. Rodman Williams
      Part 2 of the fourth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century. Reprinted with minor revision by the author.
• "Pentecostals and Subordinate Revelation" by Edgar R. Lee
      Written for a classical Pentecostal audience, these principles about the place of revelation today are important to every Pentecostal/charismatic believer.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Reader Responses
• "Rightly Understanding God's Word" Chapter One: Context by Craig S. Keener
      Take a course on biblical interpretation with Professor Keener.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 9: Matthew 13-14.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin M.Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• From the Worship Leader Series: "Leading Worship in a Small Group" by Brent Helming.
      Leading worship is not about numbers, it is about declaring God's worth.
      Read the summary of this article from Current Thoughts & Trends.
• Editorial: "Leader of the Century" by H. Murray Hohns
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Forgotten Power: The Significance of the Lord's Supper in Revival William De Arteaga. Zondervan (Grand Rapids, 2002). Reviewed by Francisco Arriola.
  • Charismatic Glossolalia Mark J. Cartledge. Ashgate Publishing (2002). Reviewed by Mike J. Knowles.
  • "Stemming the Tide of Clergy Fallout: Lessons from a Marriage" H. B. Lundon. Enrichment (Winter 2003). Reviewed by Carl J. Halquist.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 6, Number 1 Winter 2003

• "The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today: Purpose" Part 1 of 2 by J. Rodman Williams
      Part 1 of the fourth chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century, reprinted with minor revision by the author in the Pneuma Review.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Charismatic Calvinist Graham Old responds to
        Kenneth J. Archer's paper on Openness theism
      Kenneth J. Archer responds to concerns of
        readers expressed in the Fall 2002 issue
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 8: Matthew 11-12.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• Exclusive Interview: "Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches and Ecumenism" an Interview with Cecil M. Robeck, Jr.
  What ecumenism is and is not according to a Pentecostal expert.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • New International Dictionary of Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements Stanley M. Burgess and Eduard M. van der Maas. Zondervan (Grand Rapids, 2002). Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Advents in the Spirit: An Introduction to the Current Study of Pneumatology Bradfor E. Hinze and D. Lyle Dabney, eds. Marquette Studies in Theology (2002). Reviewed by Amos Yong.
  • "Did Peter's Vision in Acts Pertain to Men or the Menu?" Chris A. Miller. Bibliotheca Sacra (July-Sept 2002). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • "Christians & Muslims: confronting fourteen centuries of ambition, sorrow, and bad faith." Christian History 74 (Vol XXI No 2). Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 5, Number 4 Fall 2002

• The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today Chapter Three: "Response" by J. Rodman Williams
      The third chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century, reprinted with minor revision by the author in the Pneuma Review.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Reader Response about the Dialogue
      Recent Articles about How Much Does God Control
      Recent Books about How Much Does God Control
      Purpose of the Dailogue: Further Comments from the Editor
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 7: Matthew 8-11:5.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• From the Worship Leader Series: "Performance: An Attitude of the Heart?" by Danny Daniels.
      Worship minister Danny Daniels says that the way we perform our worship is truly an attitude of the heart.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Heaven Below: Early Pentecostals and American Culture Grant Wacker. Harvard University Press (2001). Reviewed by Steven J. Brooks.
  • The Ten Greatest Revivals Ever Elmer Towns and Douglas Porter. Vine Books/Servant Publications (2000). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Charismato en Cuba Reinerio Arce, Manuel Quintero and Elizabeth Carrillo, eds. CLAI (1997). Reviewed by Francisco Arriola.
  • Churches that Heal Doug Murren. Howard Publishing (1999). Reviewed by Carl J. Halquist.
  • "Home Alone in the Universe?" Fred Heeren. First Things (Mar 2002, No 121). Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 5, Number 3 Summer 2002

• The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today Chapter Two: "Dimensions" by J. Rodman Williams
      The second chapter of Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of the twenty-first century, reprinted with minor revision by the author in the Pneuma Review.
      Read an exceprt of this article.
• "Workmen Or Captives: Avoiding the Snare of Subjectivity" by David Harvey.
      Pastor Harvey takes a serious look at how we interpret God's Word and cautions us to avoid the trap of subjective impressions.
       Read excerpts from this article in the September 2002, August 2002, and July 2002 issues of the Pneuma Informer. Read the summary of this article from Current Thoughts & Trends.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Notes
      Graham Old continues the discussion on God's control and man's freedom with his presentation of Charismatic Calvinism. Also includes Editor's Notes and a special edition of the Increase Your Theological Vocabulary department.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 6: Matthew 5:21-7:29.
  Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
      Read excerpts from this article in the September 2002 and July 2002 issues of the Pneuma Informer.
• "20 Good Steps When Planting and Growing a Church" By Paul Paino
      Practical advice about church planting from a seasoned leader.
• Something to Think About: State of the Church 2002
      Statistics and questions about the search for meaning and the Church in the USA
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Two Views on Women in Ministry edited by James Beck and Craig Blomberg. Zondervan (2001). Reviewed by Kevin M. Williams.
  • The Century of the Holy Spirit Vinson Synan, ed. Thomas Nelson Publishers (2000). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • "'As For Prophecies, They Will Come to an End': 2 Peter, Paul and Plutarch on 'The Obsolescence of Oracles'" Gene L. Green. Journal for the Study of the New Testament 82 (2001). Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 5, Number 2 Spring 2002

• The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today Chapter One: "Background" by J. Rodman Williams
      The first chapter from Professor Williams' book about the greatest reality of our time, reprinted with minor updates from the author in the Pneuma Review. Includes Author's Preface and Introduction.
• "Pentecost and the Inside-Out Church" by Brian White.
      A timely reminder of the empowerment of the Spirit in our daily lives.
  Read the Current Thoughts & Trends summary of this popular article.
• How Much Does God Control?
      Editor's Introduction to the Dialogue on God's control and man's freedom
      Open Theism View: "Prayer Changes Things" by Ken Archer.
      Professor Archer begins the discussion on God's control and man's freedom with his summary of Open View Theism.
• "Edward Irving: Preacher, Prophet & Charismatic Theologian" by Derek Vreeland.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 5, Matthew 5:13-20.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series. Read an Excerpt.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Listening to the Spirit in the Text. Gordon D. Fee. Eerdmans (Grand Rapids: 2000), pp. 180. Reviewed by Steven J. Brooks.
  • Time for Truth Os Guinness. Baker Books (Grand Rapids: 2000), pp. 125. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Charisma's Bible Handbook on the Holy Spirit John Rea. Creation House (1998), pp. 346. Reviewed by James M. Dettmann.
  • "Living in Revival" by John Arnott. Spread the Fire (Issue 5, 2001), pp. 6-9. Reviewed by Mike Dies.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 5, Number 1 Winter 2002

• "Upon This Foundation: Ephesians 2:20 and the Gift of Prophecy" by Jon Ruthven
  Professor Ruthven challenges the common interpretation of Eph. 2:20, the "foundation" of the apostles and prophets, and says that the story of the first apostles was not merely descriptive but prescriptive as well.
• "Pentecostalism and Ecumenism: Past, Present, and Future" by Amos Yong. Part 5 of 5.
      Amos Yong challenges classical Pentecostals to re-examine what ecumenism really is. This conclusion includes suggested reading on Pentecostal ecumenism.
• "Worldviews in Conflict: Christian Cosmology and the Recent Doctrine of Spiritual Mapping" by Larry Taylor. Part 2 of 2.
      An examination and challenge of the doctrine of spiritual mapping.
  Note: As of Jan. 31, 2002, the Pneuma Review editorial committee is still seeking for a respondent to Professor Taylor's paper. Please contact the editor for more information about responding to this paper.
• "Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" by Kevin M.Williams. Part 4, Matthew 4:12-5:11.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. Part of the Messianic Foundations series.
• From the Worship Leader Series: "Compliments: Stumbling Blocks or Treasures of the Heart?" by Rick Kamrath.
      A brief, but mature look at humility that applies to any area of leadership.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • The Development Of Early Christian Pneumatology: with special reference to Luke-Acts. Robert Menzies. Sheffield Academic Press (Sheffield, England: 1991).
    Empowered for Witness: The Spirit in Luke-Acts. Robert Menzies. Journal of Pentecostal Theology Supplement Series #6, Sheffield Academic Press (Sheffield, England: 1994), 290 pages.
    Spirit and Power: Foundations of Pentecostal Experience. William and Robert Menzies. Zondervan (Grand Rapids, 2000), 233 pages. Combined review by Grant Hochman.
  • What the Bible Reveals About Heaven: Answers to Your Questions Daniel A. Brown. Regal (Ventura, CA: 1999), pp. 239. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • "Unity Not of Our Making" by James R. Edwards. Christianity Today (Vol 45, No 10, August 6, 2001), pp. 48-50. Reviewed by Wolfgang Vondey.
  • Other Signficant Articles

Volume 4, Number 4 Fall 2001

• "Worldviews in Conflict: Christian Cosmology and the Recent Doctrine of Spiritual Mapping" by Larry Taylor. Part 1 of 2.
      An examination and challenge of the doctrine of spiritual mapping. With Editor's Introduction and call for dialogue.
• "Pentecostalism and Ecumenism: Past, Present, and Future" Part 4 of 5, by Amos Yong.
      Scholar Amos Yong challenges classical Pentecostals to re-examine what ecumenism really is.
• "The Duration of Prophecy: How Long Will Prophecy Be Used in the Church?" by Wayne Grudem.
      Part 3 of Professor Grudem's exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 13.
• From the Messianic Foundation Series: "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" Part 3 by Kevin M.Williams.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. This issue covers Matthew 2:13-4:11.
• Interview with Charisma's editor, Lee Grady
• Editorial: "A Crown" by H. Murray Hohns.
      The reality of Christ's suffering impacting you in the now.
• "Should it Sound Like That?" by Joe Randeen. From the Worship Leader series.
  An introduction to one of the technical sides of being a song leader.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Israel's Divine Healer Michael Brown (Zondervan, 1995). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • They Smell Like Sheep Lynn Anderson (Howard). Reviewed by C.J. Halquist
  • "Does God Know Your Next Move?: Christopher A. Hall and John Sanders debate openess theology" Christianity Today (May 21, 2001 and June 11, 2001). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • "Healthy Church Apostles: Every local church should have a healthy apostolic covering in order to be effective beyond their four walls" John Kelley with Paul Costa Ministries Today (May/June 2001). Reviewed by Michael J. Dies
  • "Muslims Tell 'Why I Chose Jesus'" J. Dudley Woodberry and Russel G. Shubin Mission Frontiers (March 21, 2001). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • Other Significant Articles

Volume 4, Number 3 Summer 2001

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "Afterword: Beyond the Charismatic Experience" by Robert Graves.
      This conclusion to the Praying in the Spirit series includes the full biographical citations from the series.
• "The Kingdom of God As Scripture's Central Theme: A New Approach to Biblical Theology" by David Burns.
      A fresh look at the Kingdom of God as the unifying theme of Scripture. Part 2 of 2. With Editor's Introduction.
• "Pentecostalism and Ecumenism: Past, Present, and Future" Part 3 of 5, by Amos Yong.
      Scholar Amos Yong challenges classical Pentecostals to re-examine what ecumenism really is.
• "The Duration of Prophecy: How Long Will Prophecy Be Used in the Church?" by Wayne Grudem.
      Part 2 of Professor Grudem's exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 13.
• From the Messianic Foundation Series: "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" Part 2 by Kevin M.Williams.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights. This issue covers Matthew 1:18-2:12.
• Editorial: "Consumer or Consumee?" by H. Murray Hohns.
      Are misplaced priorities making you a bad report to the world around you?
• "God's Heart for Unity" by Gary Best. From the Worship Leader series
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • The Prophethood of All Believers: A Study in Luke's Charismatic Theology Roger Stronstad (Journal of Pentecostal Theology Supplemental Series 16. Sheffield Academic Press, 1999). Reviewed by Amos Yong
  • Evangelical Truth: A Personal Plea for Unity John Stott (InterVarsity, 1999). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • The Glory and the Shame: Reflections on the 20th-Century Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Peter Hocken (Eagle, 1994). Reviewed by William De Arteaga
  • "Power House: How Prayer Can Saturate the Life of Your Church" Alen Martin and Dian Ginter Pray! (Issue 23, Mar/Apr 2001). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • Other Significant Articles
    • "God's Lightning Rod" by Cedric Harmon. Charisma (Vol 26, No 9, April 2001). Pp. 62-66, 107.
    • "Pentecostal Healing for God's Sick Creation?" by Harold D. Hunter The Spirit & Church (Vol 2, No 2, November 2000). Pp. 145-167.
    • "Could Japan's 'New Race' be a key to its evangelization?" by Wolfgang Fernandez. DAWN Report (Issue 43, Jan. 2001). Pp. 1,2.

Volume 4, Number 2 Spring 2001

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "Singing in the Spirit" by Robert Graves.
      Author Robert Graves looks at the Scriptural use of the prayer language in song. Read an excerpt from the March 2001 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "The Kingdom of God As Scripture's Central Theme: A New Approach to Biblical Theology" by David Burns.
      A fresh look at the Kingdom of God as the unifying theme of Scripture. Part 2 of 2. With Editor's Introduction. Read an excerpt from the April 2001 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "The Duration of Prophecy: How Long Will Prophecy Be Used in the Church?" by Wayne Grudem.
      Part 1 of Professor Grudem's exegetical study of 1 Corinthians 13.
• "Pentecostalism and Ecumenism: Past, Present, and Future" Part 2 of 5, by Amos Yong.
      Scholar Amos Yong challenges classical Pentecostals to re-examine what ecumenism really is.
      Read an excerpt from Part 2 of this series in the March 2001 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "How to Birth Worship Leadership" by David Crabtree. From the Worship Leader series
• From the Messianic Foundation Series: "The Secret Codes in Matthew: Examining Israel's Messiah" Part 1 by Kevin M.Williams.
      Journey through the Gospel to the Hebrews with Kevin Williams as he unveils rich Hebraisms and prophetic Messianic insights.
      Read excerpts of this commentary on Matthew in the March 2001 and April 2001 issues of the Pneuma Informer
• Editorial: "Words Heard on a Random Walk" by H. Murray Hohns. Being the fragrance of Jesus everywhere.
• Pastor's Paraklesis: "A Time of Confusion" by C. J. Halquist
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Community-Forming Power: The Socio-Ethical Role of the Spirit in Luke-Acts Matthias Wenk (Journal of Pentecostal Theology Supplemental Series 19. Sheffield Academic Press, 2000). Reviewed by Amos Yong
  • One Church Many Tribes Richard Twiss (Regal, 2000). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns
  • "Flowing into the Mainstream" Lauren Winner Publisher's Weekly (Sept. 11, 2000). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • Other Significant Articles: The October 2, 2000 issue of Christianity Today takes an extensive look at racism among evangelicals.

Volume 4, Number 1 Winter 2001

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "Now That You've Spoken in Tongues" by Robert Graves.
  The on-going ministry of the Holy Spirit in the Spirit-filled believer's life. Read an excerpt.
• "The Kingdom of God As Scripture's Central Theme: A New Approach to Biblical Theology" by David Burns.
      A fresh look at the Kingdom of God as the unifying theme of Scripture. Part 1 of 2. With Editor's Introduction.
• "Pentecostalism and Ecumenism: Past, Present, and Future" Part 1 of 5, by Amos Yong.
  Scholar Amos Yong challenges classical Pentecostals to re-examine what ecumenism really is. With Editor's Introduction.     Read an excerpt from Part 1 of this series in the February 2001 issue of the Pneuma Informer.
• "Things I've Learned About Raising up Worship Leaders" by Andy Park. From the Worship Leader series.
  Practical leadership ideas that work.
• From the Messianic Foundation Series: "The Call of the Shofar" by Kevin M.Williams.
      Kevin Williams investigates the significance of the ram's horn trumpet.
• Editorial: "Growing Deep,Growing Strong" by H. Murray Hohns.
      The long term benefits of staying planted at a local church.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • The Word and Power Church: What Happens When a Church Experiences All God Has to Offer? Doug Bannister (Zondervan, 1999). Reviewed by Amos Yong
  • Rites in the Spirit: A Ritual Approach to Pentecostal/Charismatic Spirituality Daniel Albrecht (Journal of Pentecostal Theology). Reviewed by Amos Yong
  • "The Seven Deadly Signs" John G. Stackhouse, Jr. (Christianity Today). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • "Worship and Spirituality in the New World" Jeff Bailey (Cutting Edge). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • Other Significant Articles

Volume 3, Number 4 Fall 2000

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "How the Prayer Language Comes" by Robert W. Graves.
• "The Origins of the Pentecostal Movement" by Vinson Synan.
      Educator and historian Vinson Synan introduces us to the key events and individuals that led to the modern Pentecostal/charismatic movement. Read the full article on the Oral Roberts University Holy Spirit Research Center website.
• Editorial: "A Clean Shirt Twice a Day" by H. Murray Hohns
• "Should Christians Expect Miracles Today? Objections and Answers from the Bible" by Wayne Grudem. Part 4 of 4.
      Solid biblical answers to the most frequent objections to the contemporary gifts of the Holy Spirit.
• "The Art of Exhortation" by Bob Sorge. From the Worship Leader series. Introducing the new Worship Leader series
• Editorial: "Repenting of Pre-Judgements" by Raul Mock
• "How to Work Toward Racial Reconciliation" by Cecil M. Robeck, Jr.
      Ten practical steps to help you overcome cultural and racial separation in the church in your city.
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • Is the Bible True? Jeffery L. Sheler (Harper San Francisco/Zondervan, 1999). Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
  • Ordering Your Private World Gordon MacDonald (Thomas Nelson, 1997 edition). Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • "We're not in Kansas Anymore: Why secular scientists and media can't admit that Darwinism might be wrong" Nancy Pearcey Christianity Today (May 22, 2000). Reviewed by Raul Mock.
  • "They Shall Cast Out Demons" Maureen Eha Charisma (May 2000). Reviewed by Michael J. Dies
  • Other Significant Articles

Volume 3, Number 3 Summer 2000

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "That Glorious Day When Tongues Are Not Needed: Until Then ..." by Robert W. Graves. Part 2 of 2.
• "Touched by the Wind: The Charismatic Movement in the Episcopal Church" by D. William Faupel.
      Dr. Faupel introduces us to the charismatic movement within the Episcopal Church, drawing comparisons to the Holiness Movement of the 19th Century.
• Resources for Ministry: Teen Challenge
• "Should Christians Expect Miracles Today? Objections and Answers from the Bible" by Wayne Grudem. Part 3 of 4.
      Solid biblical answers to the most frequent objections to the contemporary gifts of the Holy Spirit.
• From the Messianic Foundations series: "The Ninth Hour" by Kevin M.Williams.
      Messianic teacher Kevin Williams shows that there is a tremendous amount of significance to the ninth hour. Be deepened in your understanding of the reality of First-Century life in this eye-opening article.
• Info Brief: "Growth of the Pentecostal/charismatic movement"
• Book & Periodical Reviews:
• David Pawson, Word and Spirit Together: Uniting Charismatics and Evangelicals. Reviewed by Amos Yong.
• C. Peter Wagner, Churchquake. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns.
• Philip Yancey, The Bible Jesus Read. Reviewed by Michael J. Dies.
• Barney Kasdan, God's Appointed Times: A Practice Guide to Understanding and Celebrating the Biblical Holidays. Reviewed by Kevin M.Williams.
• Barney Kasdan, God's Appointed Customs: A Messianic Jewish Guide to the Biblical Lifecycle and Lifestyle. Reviewed by Kevin M.Williams.
• "The Tabernacle in the Wilderness" Bikurei Tziyon Reviewed by Raul Mock.
• Other significant articles reviewed

Volume 3, Number 2 Spring 2000

• "Answering the Cessationists' Case against Continuing Spiritual Gifts" by Jon Ruthven. Professor Ruthven offers responses to prominent arguments made against the continuing supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit.
• "Should Christians Expect Miracles Today? Objections and Answers from the Bible" by Wayne Grudem. Part 2 of 4.
• "That Glorious Day When Tongues are not Needed: Until Then..." Part 1 of 2 by Robert W. Graves. From the Praying in the Spirit series.
• "Cheleb: The Finest" by Kevin M.Williams from the Messianic Foundations series
• Special Report: "AD 2000: State of the Church in America"
• Editorial: "Some thoughts on the 'Memphis Miracle' and its challenge to all Pentecostal/charismatics" by Murray Hohns
• Book and Periodical Reviews:
  • On the Cessation of the Charismata: The Protestant Polemic on Postbiblical Miracles by Jon Ruthven. Journal of Pentecostal Theology Supplement Series 3. Sheffield, England: Sheffield Academic Press, 1993; reprint 1997, 271 pp. Reviewed by Amos Yong
  • The Old Testament and the Significance of Jesus by Fredrick C. Holmgren. Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1999, 195 pp. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns
  • "Don't Hate Me Because I'm Arminian" by Roger E. Olson. Christianity Today (Sept 6, 1999). pp. 87-94. Reviewed by Michael J. Dies
  • "Blessed Are Those Who Mourn" by Ken Walker. Charisma (Sept 1999), 99. 38-46, 91. Reviewed by Raul Mock

Volume 3, Number 1 Winter 2000

• "Bible Answers about Continuing Spiritual Gifts for Your Non-Charismatic Friends" by Jon Ruthven
• The Praying in the Spirit series: "Better Than I Was, Not Better Than You Are" by Robert W. Graves
• "How to Receive the Baptism in the Holy Spirit" by David Johnson
• "Should Christians Expect Miracles Today? Objections and Answers from the Bible" by Wayne Grudem. Part 1 of 4.
• "Appointed Times: The Fall Feasts" by Kevin M.Williams from the Messianic Foundations series
• Pastor's Paraklesis: "A Challenge to Stay Alert" by C. J. Halquist
• Answers to Questions: "Is Holy Spirit a Name or a title?"; "Is there one or more baptisms?"
• President's Page
• Book and Periodical Reviews
  • Standing on the Promises. Lewis Smedes. Thomas Neslon, 1998, 196 pp. Reviewed by H. Murray Hohns
  • The Word and the Spirit: Reclaiming Your Covenant with the Holy Spirit and the Word of God. Paul Cain and R. T. Kendall. Eastbourne, E. Sussex: Kingsway Publications, 1996; Orlando: Creation House, 1998, xviii + 87 pp. "Between Two Extremes: Balancing Word-Christianity and Spirit-Christianity" A Review Essay by Amos Yong
  • "Eat This Book: The Holy Community at Table with Holy Scripture" Eugene Peterson. Theology Today (April 1999), pp. 5-17. Reviewed by Raul Mock
  • "The Science Pages" Books and Culture (Sep/Oct 1999, Vol 5 No 5), pp. 30-32. Reviewed by Raul Mock

Volume 2, Number 4 Fall 1999

• The Praying in the Spirit series: "Just What is the Nature of the Prayer Language?" by Robert W. Graves. Read excerpts from the October 1999 and September 1999 issues of the Pneuma Informer.
• "Tongues and Other Miraculous Gifts in the Second Through Nineteenth Centuries" by Richard M. Riss, Part 5 of 5: The 18th and 19th Centuries. This fifth portion concludes this series giving significant evidence for the operation of the gifts of the Spirit throughout the Church Age. Read excerpts from the October 1999 and September 1999 issues of the Pneuma Informer.
• Interview with William De Arteaga (Author of Quenching the Spirit). The Pneuma Review asked De Arteaga about the historical connection between the revival movements of today and those of the past. You might be surprised by his answers.