Author(s): Harold D. Hunter
Published in: Ecumenical Trends, Vol. 37 No. 1 (January 2008)
Explores the Pentecostal contribution to ecumenical dialogue and the pursuit of visible Christian unity. Hunter reflects on full communion from a Pentecostal perspective, drawing on his experience organizing international ecumenical gatherings and engaging the pneumatological dimensions of the call to unity among Christians.
Roger Oliveira de Mattos is from São Mateus, Espírito Santo, Brazil, and currently lives in Vila Velha. At 38, he studies Theology at Faculdade Refidim, with the purpose of deepening his knowledge of the Scriptures and teaching the Word of God, with emphasis on classical Pentecostal tradition. In addition to his theological vocation, he is a musician and drummer.
Author(s): Arie W. ZwiepPublished in: PentecoStudies, Vol. 6 No. 2 (2007) 127–149 Abstract Examines Luke’s distinctive theology of Spirit baptism from an Evangelical perspective. Zwiep provides a careful exegetical analysis of the Lukan corpus, engaging Pentecostal readings of Spirit baptism as a subsequent and empowering experience, and situating these within broader evangelical and biblical-theological discussions….
Author(s): Kenneth J. ArcherPublished in: Society for Pentecostal Studies (2021) Abstract Identifies the emergence of a Pentecostal theological hermeneutic integrated around the holy triad — Holy Spirit, Holy Scripture, and holy community — resulting from Pentecostalism’s engagement with the linguistic and postmodern turn. Also addresses the unique role of the Society for Pentecostal Studies as…
If there is one thing a true Pentecostal loves, it is the testimony. It is often the gateway into ministry. In fact, beyond evangelizing through stories based on real events, I have seen many people’s lives transformed by hearing someone else’s experience. I count myself among them. I do not like talking about myself, yet…
The historical-cultural context holds fundamental relevance for the correct interpretation of a given message. The elements that interweave form the identity of a people, including geographical, social, political, religious, and economic aspects, among others. In this text, the historical-cultural context of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians will be used as a reference. It is known…
In his account of the Gospel, Luke highlights the pneumatological action among the various themes addressed. Starting from a context in which the work of salvation was restricted to Israel, it extends to all other peoples through the action of the Holy Spirit, manifested primarily after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Thus, the…
Author(s): Gene CoppagePublished in: Unpublished Manuscript (Submitted for peer review) Abstract This article argues that Luke’s narrative in Acts presents Spirit baptism as a sovereign, observable, and categorically distinct event from both initial conversion and water baptism. The primary evidence is drawn from Acts 8:4–17, where the Samaritan converts — already believing and water-baptized —…
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