Category Archives: Pentecostalism

Denominations: Pentecostals

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Bryan Hodge

Ascertaining accurate total numbers is difficult. Pentecostalism is not a single denomination, but an umbrella term which includes many denominations “The World Christian Encyclopedia, 3rd Edition (2020) currently counts 644 million Pentecostals/Charismatics worldwide” (The Society for Pentecostal Studies at 50 … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit and Fire

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

“Now as the people were in expectation, and all reasoned in their hearts about John, whether he was the Christ or not. John answered, saying to all, ‘I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than one is coming, … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit: Bears Witness

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

“The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God” (Romans 8:16). These Romans, to whom Paul wrote, were children of God. Such had nothing to do with race, ethnicity, or nationality (cf. Romans 1:16; Galatians … Continue reading →

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Miracles (Part 5)

Posted on April 14, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

This is our final part of this series on miracles. In this part, we will, once more, consider the duration of miraculous gifts in the church. Ephesians 4 “But to each one of us grace was given to the measure … Continue reading →

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Miracles (Part 4)

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

Jesus said, “These signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; they will take up serpents; and if they drink anything deadly, it will not hurt them; they … Continue reading →

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Miracles (Part 3)

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

The early church received miraculous gifts from God (Acts 2:16-17; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Ephesians 4:8). Miracles were worked through the apostles (Acts 3:1-10; 5:12; 5:15-16; 8:14-17; 9:32-35; 9:36-42; 13:6-12; 14:1-3; 14:8-10; 15:12; 16:16-18; 19:6; 19:11-12; 20:9-12; 28:3-5; 28:8-9). Miracles also were … Continue reading →

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Miracles (Part 2)

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

There are different words used in the Bible to describe super-natural work: (1) “Miracle” (e.g. Luke 23:8; Acts 2:22). The word is from the Greek, “dunamis” (it is from this word we derive our word “dynamite”). The word refers to … Continue reading →

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Miracles (Part 1)

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

Miracles are a part of the Biblical record. They occur in both the Old Testament and in the New Testament. Jimmy Jividen listed the references to miracles in the Gospel accounts and New Testament record: (1) Matthew – general references … Continue reading →

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Jesus Only Baptism

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

The doctrine of some “oneness Holiness” groups is that the correct formula, or wording, must be said by the preacher baptizing you, or your baptism is invalid. According to them only words such as these are to be said: “I baptize … Continue reading →

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Two Pentecostal Excuses

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Bryan Hodge

Pentecostal preachers claim to be able to work miracles. However, when one asks to see such, it is not uncommon for excuses to be offered. Here are two common ones: 1. It is wrong to seek a sign. “’Teacher we … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Pentecostalism

Denominations: Pentecostals

Holy Spirit and Fire

Holy Spirit: Bears Witness

Miracles (Part 5)

Miracles (Part 4)

Miracles (Part 3)

Miracles (Part 2)

Miracles (Part 1)

Jesus Only Baptism

Two Pentecostal Excuses

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