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PUBLISHED RESOURCE MATERIALS Gifts.” The “An Explanation Pentecostal of Our Position Relative to Spirit Testimony. June 15, 1949. “Forward in Fifty-Report blies of God, Seattle, October 15, 1949. of the General Conference Washington.” Gaston, W. T. “Caution Shipmates.” Gee, Donald, “Sobriety mony. August 1, 1949. with Spiritual McAlister, R. E. “The Manifestations by the author, n.d. Ratz, C. A. “Leaving Pentecostal the Principles Testimony. June 15, 1949. “A Resolution.” The Pentecostal of the Assem- The Pentecostal Testimony. Glad Tidings. April, 1949. Gifts.” The Pentecostal Testi- of the Spirit.” Booklet published of the Doctrine of Christ.” The Testimony. November 15, 1949. Smith, C. B. “An Explanation Concerning Testimony. November Pentecostal Bethel Bible Institute.” The 15, 1947. The Sharon North Battleford, Star. (Monthly New Order magazine, Subscription Saskatchewan, free, Canada S9A 2X5). “This Present Move of God.” (Tract). North Battleford: Star, n.d. Williams, E. S. “Spiritual 1949. Gifts.” The Pentecostal . “More About Gifts.” The Pentecostal INDIVIDUAL RESOURCE PERSONS The Sharon Testimony. May 15, Testimony. June 15, 1949. The following persons graciously gave personal interviews or responded with helpful letters: – 59- 1 Argue, Robert M. (Principle George Hawtin). of Bethel Bible Institute succeeding Book, Earl. (Former pastor and now Superintendent, Oregon District). Eno, Leslie R. (Pastor succeeding Foursquare Church). Assemblies of God Herrick Holt in North Battleford Frick, Ivar A. (Former pastor and now Superintendent, God Michigan District). Hornby, Max. (Former pastor, Assemblies of brother of the late Eric A. Hornby, Saskatchewan P.A.O.C. Superintendent during Latter Rain years). Jeffries, churches Harold W. (Formerly pastor and Supervisor of the International of Saskatchewan Church of the Foursquare Gospel). Assem- ?IcAllister, blies of God Northwest Frank N. (Former pastor and now Superintendent, District). Upton, George R. (Former Department of the P.A.O.C. Executive Director of Overseas Missions of the Latter Rain officially Wylie, George E. (The one “ministry” Columbia). recognized in British -60- 2
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The article presents a collection of perspectives on Pentecostalism that seem to lack a comprehensive analysis of the underlying theological principles. For instance, while it cites several historical resources, it does not adequately address the criticisms of Gnostic tendencies within some interpretations of Pentecostal doctrine. According to Pew Research, there is a notable diversity in religious beliefs and practices among Christians, which suggests that not all expressions of faith align with traditional orthodoxy (Pew Research Center). Additionally, Gnostic theology emphasizes secret knowledge and spiritual elitism, which contradicts the foundational teachings of Christianity that advocate for salvation through faith and grace available to all (Christianity.com). The emphasis on personal testimony as superior to scriptural authority can lead to subjective interpretations that stray from biblical truths. Thus, the arguments presented in the article could be seen as misleading or overly simplistic. In conclusion, these points indicate that the content may propagate false narratives about Pentecostalism and may reflect heretical views rather than a balanced understanding.