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According to the concept of solo scriptura, the Bible is the only authority for Christians.
According to the concept of solo scriptura, the Bible is the only authority for Christians.
True
The character of God is reflected in the prophetic words given to individuals.
The character of God is reflected in the prophetic words given to individuals.
False
The canon of Scripture is considered incomplete by some Christians.
The canon of Scripture is considered incomplete by some Christians.
True
Miracles and signs are a guarantee of authentication from God.
Miracles and signs are a guarantee of authentication from God.
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Jack Deer believed that God only speaks to us through the written word.
Jack Deer believed that God only speaks to us through the written word.
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According to Jack Beer, those who believe in the sufficiency of Scripture are caricatured as those who believe in a God who speaks rather than a God who writes.
According to Jack Beer, those who believe in the sufficiency of Scripture are caricatured as those who believe in a God who speaks rather than a God who writes.
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The phrase 'if it be your will' is an expression of doubt.
The phrase 'if it be your will' is an expression of doubt.
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John Wimber and Jack Beer had a three-hour discussion with several men.
John Wimber and Jack Beer had a three-hour discussion with several men.
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The formula for receiving health and wealth is to name it, claim it, confess it, and possess it.
The formula for receiving health and wealth is to name it, claim it, confess it, and possess it.
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The 'seed faith principle' states that if you sow the seed, God will reap for you the harvest immediately.
The 'seed faith principle' states that if you sow the seed, God will reap for you the harvest immediately.
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Charismatics believe that the canon is still open and special revelations are no longer taking place today.
Charismatics believe that the canon is still open and special revelations are no longer taking place today.
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The closure of the canon means that the church is considered to be weaned from Scripture.
The closure of the canon means that the church is considered to be weaned from Scripture.
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Asserting the sufficiency of Scripture means that one can also assert ongoing special revelation.
Asserting the sufficiency of Scripture means that one can also assert ongoing special revelation.
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The book of Revelation allows for adding new prophecies to the canon.
The book of Revelation allows for adding new prophecies to the canon.
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The Bible teaches that it is sufficient for life and godliness, but not for other areas of life.
The Bible teaches that it is sufficient for life and godliness, but not for other areas of life.
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The Reymar movement is based on 19th century metaphysical thinking.
The Reymar movement is based on 19th century metaphysical thinking.
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According to the Bible, poverty indicates a lack of faith and trust in God's promises.
According to the Bible, poverty indicates a lack of faith and trust in God's promises.
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Wayne Dyer's formula for success involves surrounding oneself with circumstances that lead to success.
Wayne Dyer's formula for success involves surrounding oneself with circumstances that lead to success.
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The Bible teaches that if you serve God, you will get rich.
The Bible teaches that if you serve God, you will get rich.
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God is more concerned with a person's happiness than their holiness.
God is more concerned with a person's happiness than their holiness.
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The charismatic movement emphasizes that apostles should be restored to the church today with great signs and wonders.
The charismatic movement emphasizes that apostles should be restored to the church today with great signs and wonders.
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The verb 'confirming' in Hebrews 2 is in the present continuous tense, indicating ongoing confirmation through signs and wonders.
The verb 'confirming' in Hebrews 2 is in the present continuous tense, indicating ongoing confirmation through signs and wonders.
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Paul is not considered one of the original twelve apostles of Jesus.
Paul is not considered one of the original twelve apostles of Jesus.
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The apostle Paul continued to perform miracles and signs after his Roman imprisonment.
The apostle Paul continued to perform miracles and signs after his Roman imprisonment.
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Paul could have healed the paphridontist mentioned in Philippians 2:27 but chose not to.
Paul could have healed the paphridontist mentioned in Philippians 2:27 but chose not to.
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Paul's life of poverty and storm of flesh is considered an example of lacking faith.
Paul's life of poverty and storm of flesh is considered an example of lacking faith.
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The Old Testament passages about wealth and blessings can be directly applied to believers today without considering the context.
The Old Testament passages about wealth and blessings can be directly applied to believers today without considering the context.
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The apostolic period and praxis are considered crucial for understanding the foundation of the Church.
The apostolic period and praxis are considered crucial for understanding the foundation of the Church.
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The signs of an apostle, such as signs and wonders, can be expected to occur beyond the foundation stage of the Church.
The signs of an apostle, such as signs and wonders, can be expected to occur beyond the foundation stage of the Church.
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The speaker believes that the Bible is the only authority for Christians and that God only speaks to us through the written word.
The speaker believes that the Bible is the only authority for Christians and that God only speaks to us through the written word.
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The apostle Paul healed Trophimus when he fell sick in Meletus.
The apostle Paul healed Trophimus when he fell sick in Meletus.
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The apostolic age is characterized by the need for miraculous activity to authenticate the apostles.
The apostolic age is characterized by the need for miraculous activity to authenticate the apostles.
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The concept of 'apostolic fade out' suggests that miracles ceased with the apostles' deaths.
The concept of 'apostolic fade out' suggests that miracles ceased with the apostles' deaths.
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The Bible teaches that special revelation is still taking place today.
The Bible teaches that special revelation is still taking place today.
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Apostles and prophets are being restored to the church today.
Apostles and prophets are being restored to the church today.
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The works of Jesus are to be re-duplicated or copied today.
The works of Jesus are to be re-duplicated or copied today.
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Believers must have an overt power encounter with the Spirit to be saved.
Believers must have an overt power encounter with the Spirit to be saved.
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Must there be an ongoing confrontation with the powers of darkness today?
Must there be an ongoing confrontation with the powers of darkness today?
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Special revelation must state specifically that signs and wonders will definitely stop at a certain time.
Special revelation must state specifically that signs and wonders will definitely stop at a certain time.
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The Bible is the only authority for Christians, and it is sufficient for all areas of life.
The Bible is the only authority for Christians, and it is sufficient for all areas of life.
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Study Notes
Charismatic Movements and Special Revelations
- Charismatics generally answer "yes" to four questions:
- Are special revelations still taking place today?
- Are miracles and signs still happening?
- Can we still hear God's voice today?
- Are Bible revelations still being added to?
The Sufficiency of Scripture
- The closed canon of Scripture implies that no new revelations are needed.
- The church is considered "weaned" from ongoing special revelations.
- Asserting the sufficiency of Scripture means that ongoing special revelation cannot be accepted simultaneously.
Authority of Scripture
- Scripture is an authoritative word from God, inspired, inherent, and infallible.
- If we claim to have authority because God has spoken through us, we indicate that revelation has not stopped.
- This raises a dilemma: how do we verify and obey revelations?
Problems with Ongoing Revelation
- Chaos can result from different revelations from God.
- There may be conflicting revelations.
- Verification of revelations becomes an issue.
The Prosperity Gospel
- The prosperity gospel emphasizes health and wealth as a result of faith.
- It creates an expectation of material prosperity.
- It can lead to a shamanistic or New Age approach to Christianity.
The Word of Faith Movement
- This movement emphasizes the power of speaking reality into being.
- It uses biblical language to justify the concept.
- It creates a Christianized shamanism or New Age approach.
Critique of the Word of Faith Movement
- The movement's ideas can lead to a love of money above all things.
- It can create an expectation of material prosperity without considering the context of biblical promises.
- It can lead to irresponsible preaching and a lack of consideration for the poor.
The Problem of Prosperity Gospel and Word of Faith
- The Word of Faith movement creates unrealistic expectations about health and wealth.
- It can lead to blame-shifting and scapegoating when things don't go as expected.
The Importance of Contextualizing Scripture
- The Old Testament context of promises must be considered.
- Application of scripture must be done with consideration of the immediate context and dispensational differences.
The Role of Apostles and Prophets
- Apostles and prophets were the foundation of the church.
- Their role is distinct from the church today.
- Signs and wonders were tied to the apostolic activity.
Cessation of Miracles and Healing
- There is a discernible pattern of decline and silence of miracles and healing after the apostolic era.
- The written word became the primary means of revelation.
Conclusion
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Charismatic movements and special revelations create dilemmas regarding the authority and sufficiency of Scripture.
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The prosperity gospel and Word of Faith movement can lead to unrealistic expectations and a Christianized shamanism.
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Understanding the role of apostles and prophets, as well as the importance of contextualizing scripture, is crucial for a biblical worldview.### The Silence of Miracles in Later Epistles
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Later epistles, written after Paul's Roman imprisonment, do not mention miracles, except for Hebrews, which speaks about them in the past tense.
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The silence of miracles in later epistles suggests that miraculous activity ceased after a certain point.
The Apostolic Era and Miracles
- Miracles were necessary during the apostolic era to authenticate the apostles and establish their message.
- However, as the apostles' status was established, miraculous activity was no longer needed.
Paul's Failure to Heal and the Apostolic Fade-out
- In Philippians 2:27, Paul's paphridontist was close to death, and God answered Paul's prayer, showing that God's mercy was still present.
- Paul did not heal the paphridontist, unlike in previous instances, suggesting a change in the nature of miracles.
- In 1 Timothy 5:23, Paul advises Timothy to drink wine for his stomach, rather than praying for healing, implying a shift away from miraculous healings.
- In 2 Timothy 4:10, Trophimus was left behind sick, and Paul did not heal him, despite having performed miracles in the past.
The Significance of the Apostolic Fade-out
- The apostolic fade-out suggests that miraculous activity was limited to the foundational period of the church.
- The authentication of the apostles and the establishment of the word of God made further miracles unnecessary.
Implications for the Charismatic Movement
- The apostolic fade-out raises questions about the nature of miracles and supernatural gifts in the modern church.
- The absence of miraculous activity in later epistles challenges the idea of restoring apostolic miraculous powers today.
Questions for the Charismatic Movement
- Is special revelation still taking place today?
- Are apostles and prophets being restored to the church today?
- Are the works of Jesus to be re-duplicated or copied today?
- Must there be an ongoing confrontation with the powers of darkness today?
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Explore the beliefs and practices of charismatic movements, including their stance on special revelations still taking place today and how they evaluate ongoing revelation with the closed canon.
