This should be a required book to read by every minister! Mar 03, Anonymous rated it it was amazing. Excellent book about the ups and downs of ministry for people anointed by God. The lives of these individuals and the things that God did through them is fascinating. Liardon does a great job presenting both their flaws and their successes. There is much insight to be gained for Christian readers to see how God uses people powerfully that devote themselves to Him.
The stories themselves made this book hard to put down for me.
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Mar 01, Brandon Hartzler rated it it was amazing. Amazing Book 5 Stars would recommend! Apr 07, Aaron rated it it was amazing. I had no idea the church Body had such a colorful historicity. This book deals with that history in the period of the late 19th century to the late 20th century. I don't know why we do not reference these people and the movements they were part of more often.
How the past fades, the past fades in our memories. I am most impressed with the people who have the least flaws.
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The people who seemed to truly seek God's will in their life for the entire span of their lives — they ran with patience. John I had no idea the church Body had such a colorful historicity. John Alexander Dowie was portrayed as an immensely powerful man, who was also immensely stubborn.
He held Chicago in the palm of his hand, for a season. His stubbornness was they key to his success and his failure. How a man could come to believe he was Elijah, then on his death bed reveal with his last words his belief that he was Jesus, is simply beyond me. Perhaps he had had a stroke—surely he could not become so deluded naturally.
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Zion, Illinois is a place I would like to visit one day, simply out of curiosity. Marie Woodworth-Etter was portrayed as the most saintly person in the book. I believe it is for this reason that she held such influence on people—especially future ministers. The trance phenomenon surrounding her ministry is fascinating. I would like to find more books—and wow, would I like to find her own rare works which Liardon mentioned he has copies of! Evan Roberts was a strange man. He so sought to live in the Spirit that I see him as a man that was lost in a fog in this world.
How bizarre was his relationship with Mrs. Success brings them out of the woodwork. If only it were not for her, I wonder how Roberts' life would have differed. I too wonder if the dark poetry found upon his death in his notebook has ever been published. Parham, in my opinion, should have stayed away from Zion, Illinois. Wilbur Voliva certainly had it in for him with his sodomy accusation.
So many of these men and women seemed to thrive on adversity, seeking it until it finally did them in. Persecution seems to do very many Christians in. Here are my thoughts on the matter: Had Parham's enemies had real proof of his being arrested for sodomy, they would not have posted signed confessions, but the actual police report. Seymour and Azusa Street are probably the most widely circulated nouns in charismatic circles. This was the first I had really delved into the story. I am shocked at the ultimate fate of the Azusa Street Mission. It seemingly all hinged on Seymour's interpretation of sanctification.
I believe the actual consequences that stemmed from his belief, show how his doctrine was flawed. Here too is a point—padlocking is indirect criticism, with much more severe undertones than direct criticism. Seymour wasn't quite logical when it came to this. Lake was one of the most impressive figures here, in my opinion.
It is very sad what took place in Africa. Smith Wigglesworth was a very impressive fellow as well. His belief that "True faith confronts, and it is ignited by initiative" motivated him to achieve amazing acts. Aimee Semple McPherson was very strange — Hollywood strange made even more strange by Pentecostal strangeness. Kathryn Kuhlman is contained within my mother's library. I'll have to investigate.
Poor Kathryn finally rid herself of "man problems". I did not know that she had risen to such secular realms in the late 20th century. Those clips too would be interesting to dig up. William Branham is one of the most intriguing people in the book. It is the strange lights, the angel beside him, the paranormal picture, the vibrating hand. The supernatural surrounded this guy; and yet he wanted to teach.
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He felt, looking around him, there was not enough substance. I believe had he gone about being taught in a proper way, God would have given him his heart's desire - to be a teacher. Unfortunately, in this area Branham was an idiot, from the Greek "idiote" —full of his own foolish thoughts. The picture with the anomaly over Branham's head is chilling.
I would like to collect more on the life and ministry of Branham. Jack Coe was quite a guy for God. I find it very amusing that the US Army kept sticking him in psych wards. This didn't phase him though! It was also entertaining, Coe's obsession with tent-size. He was Allen's morning speaker. He eventually left Allen due to his drinking. It is my opinion that Liardon does not have very good information pertaining to Allen's drinking. He downplays it, making it seem to be mostly a conspiracy against his ministry. Allen had quite a ministry, whether he was a raging alcoholic or no.
I have not touched upon the true substance of this book. That is, God's calling, the answer, stepping out in faith, and where that leads to. By the evidence provided, we can believe that it leads to being filled with the Holy Spirit, and miracles of an amazing variety. The stories within this volume are priceless. Jun 07, Abraham Mathew rated it really liked it. The Evangelical in me appreciated the book, but someone of a different denomination might not find it equally inspiring.
Nov 07, Jamere Spencer rated it it was amazing. It could be called, Gods Generals from or whatever. I think Liardon had tremendous access to the lives and artifacts of these amazing men and woman of God. If He had access to the journals and things it would be nice to have more specifics and even pictures of those journal entries. I think it would just be neat to see. Amazon Customer - Janet H. This is a Must-Read Book for every evangelist who has heard God's call into this ministry so that they can learn how to overcome the pitfalls that seem so common to men of such gifting.
It isnt easy to survive especially as they bring in thousands into God's Kingdom, and as they plunder hell to populate Heaven. What is not mentioned in this book is the high need for a team of Intercessors within the ministry itself to also pray for wisdom and protection upon the health of these evangelists.
Roberts Liardon has not mentioned the presence of teams of Intercessors in the ministry work of the evangelists mentioned in rhe book. Their absence in great force has opened holes which allowed the infiltration of enemy attacks upon the evangelist, especially in the area of health. This is the first book I have ever read that my heart races when I read it.
I look forward to getting home and opening it up and continuing my reading. This book makes me want everything God has for me on this earth. Very interesting book on people who served God in spectacular ways. I had heard some of the names and knew something about some of them but nothing in this much detail. This is very worthwhile read for anyone interested in revivals and spiritually gifted men and women. My husband wanted this book. I was happy to find it on Amazon and for a good price. I read a little of it before giving it to him for Christmas and didn't want to put it down.
Roberts Liardon did a great job writing and making it so interesting to read you just want to keep reading. The way he writes makes it come alive to the reader and the information on each person is excellent. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the book when I can get it away from hubby! This is an extremely valuable an interesting book for those that wish to pursue God's call on their lives. First of all it demonstrates that many real miracles of healing were done by God's power and there were genuine revivals that swept thousands into God's kingdom in short periods of time.
There are many lessons for those that want to be used by God and great inspiration for those that hope for greater possibilities. The lessons from the lives of these generals were so important that I wrote them down. Those are important lessons for any believer.
Roberts shares many documentive facts as well as his personal reflections about these cherished ministers. As I nearing completion of this book I'm deeply inspired not just by the great miracles they performed but also that God uses ordinary and available people to do great things for Him! This is a must read for any believer but especially those who are called to the ministry. This book is great for anyone who wants to live an inspiring life for Christ.
There are ten different christian "Generals" who made an impact on Christendom and their inspiring lives have made an impact on everyone I have given this book to. It is emboldening in living wholeheartedly as a christian soldier and encourages people to take their faith seriously. I have purchased maybe a dozen copies of this book to give to friends to help inspire them to live wholeheartedly for God in the great vision He has for their lives. The notes by the author are very insightful and he retains a tone of honor and respect even when describing and commenting on some failures the Generals experienced.
I would recommend this book to anyone who aspires to be a pastor, missionary, bible teacher, church leader, or anyone who has felt the call to do something for God with this one life they have been given. See all reviews. Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers.
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