I was saved in 1969 and actually started out as a new Christian who did
not know much about Jesus. I was a helper in the Second grade Sunday
school class, it was there with the children I learned a lot about God, Jesus,
and Biblical characters. My hunger grew, and I was dissatisfied with the
Church denomination I was in, and became involved with the 'full gospel'
movement. We did have tongues, laying on of hands for healing or deliverance,
prophecy, being slain in spirit. Our worship was so great, it lifted our spirit.
We had Demos Shakarian " Full Gospel Business Men" founder in as speaker
for local Chapter. This then brought in the teachers that were well
known Authors regarding revelation of end times. Explanations of Ezekiel
Isaiah, and revelations. It was truly a time of pouring out of things of the
Holy Spirit and being baptized in the Spirit.
There was a time I thought anyone who did not believe in the "full gospel"
movement, they were so wrong. But, later in my walk and having come
out of the Church for a while, I began studying men like Chuck Swindoll,
Jack Hayford, Max Lucado, etc. I discovered these men did not stress the
need for Baptisim in Holy Spirit to be spiritual. I learned so much by these
great men of God, it helped me begin to see truth. I think there was a lo
of error in my thinking. Now I can accept those who do not believe as I do
and love them because we love the Lord Jesus as our Savior. I don't like
to get into controversial discussions. This link on here is about an hour
long, and I stayed with it. I understand why they feel they are right, but
I just can't throw away what I know God has given me and that is the use
of gifts as He wills.
Love to all Gods children, and those who are seeking. You will find the
Lord God is never going to throw you away, only your sins are thrown
away, and you will become a new person in Christ. May your heart be
open to receive Jesus as your Savior.
