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Pentecost Paperback – August 1, 2013

by Robert Menzies (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 68 ratings
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Robert Menzies, writing in the lucid, moderate style for which he is well known, skillfully explains Pentecostal theology. His answer for the uncertain and the confused is a skillful melding of sound hermeneutics, solid exegesis, and heartfelt testimony. Pentecost demonstrates that the Pentecostal experience is by far the best twenty-first-century expression of Luke's distinctive vision of the Spirit-baptized church in mission. This book is a heartfelt invitation for all Christians to be open to a new filling of the Holy Spirit of Jesus so He can continue to do immeasurably more for and through mere human beings than any of us can ask or even imagine!
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    160 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Gospel Publishing House
  4. Publication date
    August 1, 2013
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1607313413
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1607313410
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Robert Menzies completed his PhD studies (New Testament) at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, under the supervision of I. Howard Marshall in 1989. He has authored several books on the work of the Spirit, including Spirit and Power: Foundations of Pentecostal Experience (Zondervan, 2000), which he co-authored with his father. Dr. Menzies is an adjunct professor at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary in the Philippines and the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in the United States. He has taught at Bible schools and seminaries in the Philippines, Australia, Fiji, Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, Russia, Holland, Korea, and the United States. Dr. Menzies is currently the director of Synergy, an organization that seeks to enable rural village people in Southwest China to live productive and fruitful lives.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gospel Publishing House (August 1, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1607313413
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1607313410
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 68 ratings

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Robert Menzies completed his PhD studies (New Testament) at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, under the supervision of I. Howard Marshall in 1989. He has authored numerous books on the work of the Spirit. Dr. Menzies is an adjunct professor at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary in the Philippines. He also established The Asian Center for Pentecostal Theology and serves as the editor of its website (www.pentecost.asia). Dr. Menzies is currently the Director of Synergy, an organization that seeks to enable rural village people in Southwest China to live productive and fruitful lives.

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Craig T. Owens
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a scholarly work, but very readable by all
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2014
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I grew up with this stuff: I’m a fourth-generation Pentecostal, so I cut my teeth on this distinctive doctrine. But I was still amazed at the depth of insight into this dynamic theology that Dr. Robert Menzies shares in Pentecost: This Story Is Our Story.

Although Dr. Menzies shares a number of anecdotal stories to help illustrate certain points, this book is really a serious doctrinal work. Many people have written-off the operational gifts of the Holy Spirit seen in the book of Acts as something that ceased at the death of the apostles, or at the closing of the cannon of Scripture. But Dr. Menzies points out from the outset that Luke’s writings in the Gospel that bears his name and in the book of Acts are not just historical, but doctrinal too.

Many times people look at Paul’s writings as doctrinal, and the four Gospels and Acts as simply historical; thus giving more “weight” to the Pauline epistles. Dr. Menzies persuasively shows that Luke’s writing in Luke-Acts is just as doctrinal, and just as Holy Spirit-inspired, as every other book of the New Testament. In fact, he really goes beyond that to show how Luke’s writing is heavily influenced by Old Testament prophesies about the coming of the Messiah and the subsequent outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

This is not a sensational book, but a scholarly work. It is extensively referenced, as evidenced by the ample endnotes. But don’t let this scare you off as a book just for pastors and theologians, as Dr. Menzies’ writing style is very readable by all.

Anyone who is interested in this distinctive doctrine of the Holy Spirit should read Pentecost.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and Pointed Intro to Pentecostal Basics
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
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This is a very readable and insightful introduction to Pentecostal basics. It deals with tongues, mission, the importance of experience, etc. and in a manner that maintains Pentecostal convictions without being nasty or contentious. In other words, Menzies is capable of saying, “We have something vital to offer, “ but without attacking others. He does, however, point out some of the deficiencies of other theologies and makes a good case in doing so. Of particular interest is the way he insists that Luke-Acts is very much a theological work and not just a narrative and/or history. I also think the brevity of the book makes it a good resource for study groups or anyone who would like to get a good intro to Pentecostalism that insists the movement be taken seriously.
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Jacqueline Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars Edifying -Enlightening-Educational-Encouraging
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2022
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I could wish I had discovered this book much sooner! I am thoroughly Pentecostal and I have so yearned for a readable volume such as this. I have spent many hours In "Pentecostal prayer" ... grieving over the quenching of the Holy Spirit in so many "Pentecostal" churches. Thank you Robert Menzies for this work ! !! Pentecostal churches (pulpit & pew) are in desperate need of this "brand" of teaching and revival! As a life-long student of God's Word (I am 73),I enthusiastically recommend this book to ..... EVERYONE !!!
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fisherman3
5.0 out of 5 stars Foundational Clarity
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2013
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This book lays a solid Biblical foundation of the definition and experience of what really is Pentecost. It is academically well written and theologically sound amidst the sea of misinterpreted voices of extremes on both sides of the issue. I appreciate the concise clarity and punctual thought expressed in this book on Pentecost. I recommend it to anyone desiring to learn more or discover the truth of Pentecost.
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Joshua Hagan
4.0 out of 5 stars an in depth look into Pentecostal doctrine
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2015
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If you are seeking to understand Pentecostals, especially Assembly of God Pentecostals, this book will give you a deeper look into what makes us uniquely us. I have been AG my entire life and I read and gained insight. This is a well put together doctrine that will help a person with no understanding of our belief on speaking in tongues, gain sound biblical understanding.
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pastorjman
5.0 out of 5 stars To Be Pentecostal is...
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2021
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Often Pentecostals have been ridiculed for a lack of clarity concerning their theology. This book helps bring this clarity. The emphasis and bridge that built between Paulin theology and the Luke-Acts theology allows Pentecostals to breathe with a confidence that their theology is sound doctrine and not simply and only a sociological experience. This book allows us to say with confid nice and no shame that “their story is our story.”
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PapaBear58
5.0 out of 5 stars if you were raised Pentecostal this book will give a framework to understand your experience and Christian point of view
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2014
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Thoroughly enjoyed this book. I am a Pentecostal believer raised in the Assembly of God Church. This is a timely writing that helps me understand how I was trained and why my personal faith while based on the same essential beliefs as evangelical Christians has a compatible but decidedly different perspective on how we approach our Christian walk. This book is a must for every Pentecostal believer.
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Gary D. Swant
5.0 out of 5 stars A thoughtful challange as to who we are as pentecostals.
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2013
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This is a serious look at the differences between a pentecostal and evangelical perspective of the Bible. Menzies focuses on the fact that the book of Acts is the norm for the church today and we can live as first century Christians lived. Evangelicals see the book of Acts as Bible stories of the past that occured, but are not expected to happen today.

This book is thought provoking and challanging for everyone who has a pentecostal/charsmatic approach to their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
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Noah
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2015
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A superbly written book by an academic theologian who successfully writes in a way to connect with any reader. In simple form Menzies communicates what he sees as the five unique points about Pentecostal theology under the overriding banner that the Acts of the Apostles is their story AND ours too.
I always enjoy reading Menzies but this book goes beyond enjoyment to being an essential read for any Pentecostal or even charismatic seeking to define themselves on a more rigorous basis. It also includes a good bibliography and the summary of the life of William W Meanies (the authors father and another great Christian writer).
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CNO
5.0 out of 5 stars This IS our story indeed!
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2013
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The Pentecostal community has long been waiting for books like this! We must earnestly contend for what we believe, lest we lose our defining doctrines in the emerging generations. And Robert Menzies has produced a masterpiece that will not only anchor the Pentecostal's experience on scripture, but will also provide an unbiased framework for non-Pentecostal Evangelicals to reconsider their approach to Luke-Acts teachings.
May many books be churned out of this book!
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Antonio Angelicchio
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on August 29, 2014
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excellent!
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