Prosperity 2: Checks and Balances

Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page The message of Biblical prosperity is a precious blessing which more and more Christians are learning to walk in. This doctrine is discussed at length in our previous study, Prosperity: A Biblical Overview. However, there is another side to the issue, one which we must not neglect … Continue reading Prosperity 2: Checks and Balances

Christ the Charismatic

I realize that the title of this post is a provocative one, and it is meant to be. However, there is no greater example of a Spirit filled person than the Savior Himself. He is the greatest example of charismatic spirituality that ever lived. Follow along: Matthew 1:18 tells us how Jesus was born of … Continue reading Christ the Charismatic

Scorecard For a Healthy Church

Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page "Those that are planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God"-Psalm 92:13 "He cannot have God for his Father who does not have the church for his Mother."-Augustine Have you ever held an acorn in your hand? Then you've held … Continue reading Scorecard For a Healthy Church

Speaking In Tongues FAQ 2: Are Tongues For All?

Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page My first experience speaking in tongues came on April 27, 1988. I was 20 years old, and still a member of a denominational church, but out of curiosity, I had also been visiting a Pentecostal church on occasion. One day, I responded to an invitation to receive … Continue reading Speaking In Tongues FAQ 2: Are Tongues For All?

Speaking In Tongues FAQ 3: Benefits of Tongues

Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page The subject of speaking in tongues has always aroused a great deal of curiosity among Bible students. Sadly, it is often seen through the eyes of negative stereotypes of people swinging from chandeliers, foaming at the mouth, and playing with rattlesnakes. In any movement, there are extremists, … Continue reading Speaking In Tongues FAQ 3: Benefits of Tongues

Speaking in Tongues: Frequently Asked Questions

Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page How intimate with Jesus do you want to be? Consider for a moment the wonderful possibility that we can communicate with our Heavenly Father in a way that is totally unlimited by our finite minds. A way that we can receive from Him in fresh, wonderful new ways. If … Continue reading Speaking in Tongues: Frequently Asked Questions