First post -
No subscribers yet, but I’m trusting they will come.
Why am I doing this?
I am a Charismatic Christian. I’m a bona fide believer – in the FULL Gospel. I believe that the Gifts of the Spirit are for today. I believe that healing is for today (I’m an example – future post). I believe that miracles happen every day.
What troubles me is the move from the Gospel to the material – i.e., “Latter Rain Doctrine”. I’m used to seeing folks dance in the aisles because of either a breakthrough that has occurred, or has been prophetically promised. However, I wonder if those same folks would be so joyous if they had been given a “word” that 5000 souls would be won for Christ in the next week. Makes you think.
I’m looking for some reality – the delivery of the Gospel – the Full Gospel, minus the need for fancy cars, expensive houses, flashy dress, and obvious favoritism in the ranks. I read an interesting article at this link. It was pretty interesting, discussing the difference between Pentecostal teaching and Charismatic teaching. I especially like the graphic (posted below)
I’m looking for a group of folks that want to worship in Spirit AND in Truth. According to the Bible. The whole Bible…not just part of it. Here’s what I’m disturbed about:
- Favoritism – obvious that certain folks get “special privilege” because of social status.
- Impression that blessing is financial only.
- “Pastor as a Celebrity” – what happened to servant leadership?
- There is no humility in the leadership
- Misuse of Scripture – “Give honor where honor is due” is used as an excuse for the congregation to give gifts to leadership.
- No accountability – we’ve heard (many times) “You didn’t hire me, so you can’t fire me – if you don’t like it, you can leave”. Additionally, there is no “public record”
Now, don’t get me wrong. I’m not one of those folks that sits around and tries to disprove ministries, etc. I’m just trying to find the balance…
I believe that there are folks out there that are in the same situation – I’d love to hear from you – feel free to post comments. I’m sure that there are many that disagree as well…I’d love to hear from you too – just stay in the right spirit 
I’m not the smartest guy in the blogosphere – guaranteed. I’m going to ask folks to contribute to this. I want to expose what needs to be exposed, and protect what needs to be protected.
Hang on – here we go
I found your blog today as I was doing some research for the article that I posted today about Steve Hill. I obviously haven’t read your entire blog but i like your opening page and the post that I came across in doing research. I don’t recall the title of the post but it was from August. I’ll be coming back to read more and welcome you to read my blog as well. Just for the sake of information, I’m certainly not the smartest in the blogshere either, nor am I a guy. I just believe that false doctrine and such need to be dragged out into the light and exposed for what they are.
God’s love to you,
cprice