Oneness Pentecostal Churches: Their Doctrine and Practice

Bruce Tucker

maj 2002 · Xlibris Corporation

O tej e-knjigi

There are approximately 111 separate sects and denominations that are classified as Oneness Pentecostal Churches. These congregations are found in nearly every city and town in the United States, as well as around the world. They get their distinctive name from the fact that they do not believe in the orthodox doctrine of the Trinity. They believe that all who do believe in the Trinity are spiritually lost because they have adopted a pagan doctrine. They differ from other Pentecostals and the rest of the historical church on several important issues, earning them the title of a Pseudo-Christian Cult by established cult watching organizations and cult experts. The book, Oneness Pentecostal Churches, examines the claims, doctrines and practices of these fellowships. It addresses the issues in a manner comprehensive enough to satisfy the professional minister, yet clear enough to meet the needs of laypeople who are seeking answers about this significant movement. The questions discussed in the book include: 1.) Who are Oneness Pentecostals? 2.)Why are Oneness Pentecostals called "the people of the name"? 3.)Is the doctrine of the Trinity really pagan? 4.)Is there a three step pathway to salvation? 5.)Does water baptism save? 6.)Is speaking in tongues required for salvation? For those interested in understanding the Oneness Pentecostal movement, this book is required reading.

O avtorju

Bruce Tucker earned an M.A.C.M. from the International School of Theology, an M.Div. From Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and a Ph.D. from Purdue University. He has ministered five years with Campus Crusade for Christ and twelve years in the pastoral ministry. He is the author of Twisting the Truth published by Bethany House Publishers, Concise Answers To Common Complex Questions , and The Posttribulational Rapture of the Church, both published by Xlibris. He is married to Margie, his wife of over twenty-five years, and together they have raised three children, Chris, Phil and Jeni.