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The occurrence of miraculous or revelatory activity does not call into question the sufficiency and authority of the closed canon.
The occurrence of miraculous or revelatory activity does not call into question the sufficiency and authority of the closed canon.
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Paul and Barnabas were impressed by the signs and wonders performed by the Messiah.
Paul and Barnabas were impressed by the signs and wonders performed by the Messiah.
False
The book 'Miracles, Demons and Spiritual Warfare' by Edwin Gros is still in print.
The book 'Miracles, Demons and Spiritual Warfare' by Edwin Gros is still in print.
False
Everything you need for life and godliness is not found in the Word of God.
Everything you need for life and godliness is not found in the Word of God.
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Peter and John were not convinced by the great miracle in the temple in Acts 3.
Peter and John were not convinced by the great miracle in the temple in Acts 3.
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According to the speaker, signs and wonders are sufficient to achieve what the word of God could achieve.
According to the speaker, signs and wonders are sufficient to achieve what the word of God could achieve.
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The speaker believes that miracles do not take place today at all.
The speaker believes that miracles do not take place today at all.
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The speaker suggests that only those with enough faith can be healed.
The speaker suggests that only those with enough faith can be healed.
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Missionaries go to foreign mission fields to perform signs and wonders.
Missionaries go to foreign mission fields to perform signs and wonders.
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The speaker makes a distinction between miracles and answers to prayer.
The speaker makes a distinction between miracles and answers to prayer.
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A miracle worker can perform supernatural acts at will because of a God-given gift.
A miracle worker can perform supernatural acts at will because of a God-given gift.
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There are only two periods of miraculous activity in history.
There are only two periods of miraculous activity in history.
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Miracles can be performed by anyone who prays to God to intervene.
Miracles can be performed by anyone who prays to God to intervene.
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The healing of cancer is an example of a miracle in answer to prayer.
The healing of cancer is an example of a miracle in answer to prayer.
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History provides conclusive evidence that miracles have ceased to exist in the evangelical church.
History provides conclusive evidence that miracles have ceased to exist in the evangelical church.
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There are four specific periods of intense miraculous activity in the Bible.
There are four specific periods of intense miraculous activity in the Bible.
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Miracles were normative for every time in the Bible.
Miracles were normative for every time in the Bible.
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Sennacherib's army, Hezekiah, and the sun turning back 15 degrees are examples of God's intervention in ordinary life events.
Sennacherib's army, Hezekiah, and the sun turning back 15 degrees are examples of God's intervention in ordinary life events.
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The charismatic movement emphasizes the baptism of the Spirit and greater reverence for Jesus and submission to His will.
The charismatic movement emphasizes the baptism of the Spirit and greater reverence for Jesus and submission to His will.
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Moriarty believes that experiencing Jesus is only about having a mystical experience.
Moriarty believes that experiencing Jesus is only about having a mystical experience.
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The speaker's definition of worship is based on the idea of quickening the conscience by the holiness of God.
The speaker's definition of worship is based on the idea of quickening the conscience by the holiness of God.
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The speaker believes that the most prominent gifts of the spirit are speaking in tongues, healing, and prophecy.
The speaker believes that the most prominent gifts of the spirit are speaking in tongues, healing, and prophecy.
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The speaker suggests that if someone claims to hear the voice of God, they should be allowed to speak freely in a church service.
The speaker suggests that if someone claims to hear the voice of God, they should be allowed to speak freely in a church service.
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The speaker believes that people can have demons inside them and that they can be prayed out.
The speaker believes that people can have demons inside them and that they can be prayed out.
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The speaker thinks that demonic activity is a common explanation for emotional and immoral problems.
The speaker thinks that demonic activity is a common explanation for emotional and immoral problems.
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The speaker believes that believers need to engage in specific confrontation of the powers of darkness before the preaching of the word of God.
The speaker believes that believers need to engage in specific confrontation of the powers of darkness before the preaching of the word of God.
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The charismatic movement has maintained the biblical definition of the gift of prophecy.
The charismatic movement has maintained the biblical definition of the gift of prophecy.
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The speaker is interested in having a successful prayer life.
The speaker is interested in having a successful prayer life.
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The gift of tongues in the charismatic movement is typically a human language unknown to the speaker.
The gift of tongues in the charismatic movement is typically a human language unknown to the speaker.
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The speaker believes that the gift of healing is always instantaneous and undeniable.
The speaker believes that the gift of healing is always instantaneous and undeniable.
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According to the speaker, non-spectacular gifts of the Spirit may be the heightening or intensification of natural qualities.
According to the speaker, non-spectacular gifts of the Spirit may be the heightening or intensification of natural qualities.
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The speaker believes that spiritual gifts are only given to those who are already talented in a particular area.
The speaker believes that spiritual gifts are only given to those who are already talented in a particular area.
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The speaker defines spiritual gifts as any capacity that is brought under the controlling power of God's grace and functioning in His service.
The speaker defines spiritual gifts as any capacity that is brought under the controlling power of God's grace and functioning in His service.
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The speaker advises that spiritual gifts should not be used diligently to avoid disuse.
The speaker advises that spiritual gifts should not be used diligently to avoid disuse.
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The speaker references a book by Fung on ministry in the New Testament church.
The speaker references a book by Fung on ministry in the New Testament church.
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According to Fung's chart, the gift of apostles is classified under 'Gifts of Evangelical Proclamation'.
According to Fung's chart, the gift of apostles is classified under 'Gifts of Evangelical Proclamation'.
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Fung's definition of 'word of wisdom' has some overlap with prophecy.
Fung's definition of 'word of wisdom' has some overlap with prophecy.
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In Fung's categorization, 'gifts of supernatural power' include miracles, healings, and faith.
In Fung's categorization, 'gifts of supernatural power' include miracles, healings, and faith.
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According to Fung, pastors are considered to have administrative leadership gifts.
According to Fung, pastors are considered to have administrative leadership gifts.
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Fung's categorization includes a category called 'Gifts of Didactic Speech'.
Fung's categorization includes a category called 'Gifts of Didactic Speech'.
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Study Notes
The Sufficiency of Scripture
- The Bible is sufficient for life and godliness, and everything we need to know is already revealed in scripture.
- The occurrence of miraculous or revelatory activity does not add to or authenticate scripture.
The Limits of Sign Gifts
- Sign gifts, such as miracles, are not necessary for the present age.
- The Bible does not teach that miracles will continue to occur in the same way as they did in the foundation stage of the church.
- The ceasing of sign gifts does not mean that God no longer performs miracles, but rather that they are no longer a normative part of the Christian experience.
The Problem of Elevated Self
- When individuals claim to perform miracles or have special revelations, they are essentially elevating themselves as special spokesmen of God.
- This is a form of pride and does not align with the humility and submission to scripture that Christians are called to.
Miracles and Prayer
- Miracles can still occur today, but they are not normative and should not be expected.
- God can still intervene in unexpected ways, but this is not the same as the sign gifts of the early church.
- Prayer is not a way to manipulate God into performing a miracle.
The Distinction between Miracles and Answers to Prayer
- Miracles are supernatural acts of God that are not explained by natural means.
- Answers to prayer can be unexpected and surprising, but they are not necessarily miracles.
The Link between Miracles and Revelation
- Miracles are often linked to periods of revelation in scripture.
- The three periods of intense miraculous activity in history are:
- The time of Moses
- The time of Elijah and Elisha
- The time of Christ and the apostles
- These periods are tied to the giving of revelation, and the miracles served to authenticate the message.
Charismatic Movement Essential Elements
- The charismatic movement emphasizes:
- Experiencing Jesus
- Spirit baptism
- Power for godly living
- Worship
- Fearless prayer
- Inspiring utterance
- New revelation
- Spirit-baptized individuals can hear the voice of God
- These elements are not necessarily biblical, and some can be misleading or problematic.
Dealing with False Prophecies
- If someone claims to have a prophetic message, they should be told to sit down and be quiet.
- The pastor or leader should take control of the situation and gently escort the person out if necessary.
Personal Experience and the Voice of God
- Some people claim to hear the voice of God, but this can be problematic.
- It is often an impression or a feeling, and not necessarily an audible voice.
- This can be used to justify any action or claim, and is not a reliable way to discern God's will.### The Role of the Church and Spiritual Gifts
- The church is being restored to a place of triumph, and God is using us to set the world right for Christ's return.
- To have many converts, one needs to be baptized in the Spirit.
- The focus should be on showing dependence upon God's sovereignty and asking for His will to be done.
Critique of the Charismatic Movement
- The movement has reduced biblical terminology to contemporary experience.
- Gifts have been redefined:
- Prophecy is no longer an authoritative word from God, but spirit-led advice.
- Miracles are now generalized providential answers to prayer.
- Exorcism focuses on emotional problems, not demonic activity.
- Healing is no longer instantaneous and undeniable, but something that can be anticipated through prayer.
Spiritual Gifts
- Gifts can be categorized as spectacular (immediate endowment by the Spirit) or non-spectacular (heightening of natural qualities).
- Examples of non-spectacular gifts include administration, logistics, and organization.
- Spiritual gifts are capacities brought under the controlling power of God's grace, functioning in His service.
Understanding Gifts
- Fung's chart categorizes gifts into:
- Endowments (preaching, teaching, and evangelism)
- Equipment (administration, service, and caring)
- Gifts can be further divided into:
- Gifts of Evangelical Proclamation (apostles, evangelists, and prophets)
- Gifts of Inspired Utterance (tongues, interpretation, and prophecy)
- Gifts of Didactic Speech (teachers and pastors)
- Gifts of Supernatural Power (miracles, healings, and faith)
- Gifts of Administrative Leadership (pastors and administrators)
- Gifts of Practical Assistance (helpers, servers, and those who show mercy)
Conclusion
- The lists of gifts in the Bible (1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Ephesians 4) should be studied to understand the different categories and roles.
- The focus should be on dependence on God and using gifts for His glory, not self-serving purposes.
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This quiz explores the relation between signs, wonders, and faith in the Bible, using examples from the life of Jesus and the apostles.
