A History of Christian Doctrine #3 - Online Christian Library

A History of Christian Doctrine
of prominent leaders. Multitudes inside the movement
have been led astray by the introduction of various false
doctrines, by attacks on the apostolic doctrine and
lifestyle, and by the belief that since they experience
some work of the Spirit then they do not need anything
further. But the Bible itself warns against this attitude.
(See Matthew 7:21-23; Luke 13:23-27.)
Still, the Charismatic movement has helped spread
the message of the Holy Spirit throughout the world,
reaching into denominations and social classes that had
been practically untouched. By fostering a desire for
deeper spirituality while not completely fulfilling that
desire, it has helped set the stage for genuine, end-time,
apostolic revival.
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