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The Truth About the Charismatic Movement
Episode Summary
Is the Pentecostal and Charismatic movement truly a work of the Holy Spirit? In this session, Justin Peters gives a concise historical overview of the movement and evaluates its foundations in the light of Scripture From early revival figures and so-called “God’s Generals” to the rise of modern Word-Faith and signs-and-wonders teachers, Justin traces how false prophecies, failed healings, theological error, and moral scandal have marked the movement from the beginning. He then contrasts this with a truly biblical view of the Holy Spirit, the sufficiency of Scripture, and genuine Christian holiness.
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Episode Highlights
- Why the history and origins of a movement matter for biblical discernment.
- The biblical gift of tongues in Acts and 1 Corinthians and its early disappearance.
- The Holiness movement and the rise of “entire sanctification” and sinless perfectionism.
- Biographical sketches of key figures often called “God’s Generals.”
- The development of the three “waves” of Pentecostal and Charismatic renewal.
- Claims of healing, “miracle stories,” and the difference between psychosomatic and organic healings.
- How prosperity theology, Word-Faith teaching, and modern apostles and prophets distort the gospel.
- Why a truly high view of the Holy Spirit leads to humility, holiness, and submission to Scripture.
Key Scripture Passages
- Acts 2; 1 Corinthians 12–14 – Spiritual gifts and the biblical gift of tongues.
- Acts 3:1–8 – “Silver and gold have I none…” versus modern prosperity claims.
- Romans 16:17–18 – Warning against those who deceive with smooth words and flattery.
- 2 Peter 2; Jude – False teachers, greed, and exploiting the vulnerable.
- John 16:13–14 – The Holy Spirit glorifies Christ and leads believers into all truth.
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This video first appeared at Justin’s YouTube and is posted here with his permission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqnZQti2bpY&t=1s
