Pentecostal or Charismatic Churches Books
Baker Publishing Group Singing the Scriptures
Book SynopsisIn the Bible, Moses sang. So did David, Mary, Paul, and many more. When we learn to sing God's words back to him, we align the deepest spaces of our hearts with the deepest places of his. You don't need to know how to read music or even sing in tune. All you need is Scripture and a willingness to engage God in song--and you will experience breakthrough.
£10.44
Baker Publishing Group Operating in the Power of Gods Grace
Book SynopsisGrounded in Scripture, global apostolic leader Robert Henderson shows how accessible the grace of God is by identifying the benefits and how it will help you overcome hardship, increase in fruitfulness, live in strength and more. God is ready to pour out His unmerited favor on His children--it is up to us to be willing to receive it.
£12.34
Cornell University Press The Public Universal Friend
Book SynopsisIn The Public Universal Friend, Paul B. Moyer tells the story of Jemima Wilkinson and her remarkable church, the Society of Universal Friends. The life of the Public Universal Friend and the Friend's church offer important insights about changes to religious life, gender, and society in Revolutionary America.Trade ReviewThis is very thorough book. It has drama in terms of stories of sexual intrigue, attempted murder and legal battles over land, and as much detail on Wilkinson and her ideas as the evidence probably supports... [F]or anyone interested in Quakerism and revival offshoots or in this period of American religious history, the book is essential. -- Pink Dandelion, Centre for Research in Quaker Studies (University of Birmingham and University of Lancaster), Woodbrooke, England * Quaker Studies *Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Genesis2. Numbers3. Revelation4. Chronicles5. Exodus6. Acts7. JudgesEpilogueA Note on Sources Notes Bibliography Index
£21.84
University of Nebraska Press Upward Not Sunwise Resonant Rupture in Navajo
Book SynopsisExplores an influential and growing neo-Pentecostal movement among Native Americans characterized by evangelical Christian theology, charismatic “spirit-filled” worship, and decentralized Native control. Kimberly Jenkins Marshall has been researching the Oodlání movement since 2006 and presents the first book-length study of Navajo neo-Pentecostalism.Trade Review"Marshall's book is based on several years of ethnographic research in Navajo communities in the southwestern United States. The only lengthy study of Navajo Pentecostalism that has been published to date, it deftly tackles the problem of rupture and continuity among Pentecostal converts, and shows that Navajo Pentecostals reject, reinterpret, remake, and conserve traditional beliefs and practices in intricate and sometimes conflicting ways. Marshall pursues a pioneering approach to indigenous Pentecostalism that will interest folklorists."—Ethan Sharp, Journal of Folklore Research"The weighty contributions of Upward, Not Sunwise extend far beyond the tent-filled deserts of the Navajo Nation, deeply enriching the study of indigenous Christianity in a number of important ways."—Mark Clatterbuck, Pacific Historical Review“Marshall’s ethnography is refreshingly engaging as it explores the complexities of contemporary neo-Pentecostalism among Navajos in the Navajo Nation. It adds a much-needed chapter about the diversity of religious experiences among Navajos and speaks to larger issues about global Christianity.”—Anthony K. Webster, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Texas, Austin, and author of Intimate Grammars: An Ethnography of Navajo Poetry “Upward, Not Sunwise offers a fresh perspective on religious acculturation in an indigenous context. This book is unequaled for its contemporary analysis of Native people’s agency within Christian evangelical movements.”—David Shorter, professor in the Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance at the University of California, Los Angeles, and author of We Will Dance Our Truth: Yaqui History in Yoeme PerformancesTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments Note on Transcriptions Introduction: Resonant Rupture 1. The Oodlání Movement: Revivals, Research, and Relationships 2. Under the Tent: The Resonant Rupture of Ritual 3. Háálá Ayóo Diyin: The Resonant Rupture of Language 4. “God Never Listened to Country”: The Resonant Rupture of Music 5. Dancing in the Spirit: The Resonant Rupture of Nonhuman Actors 6. Embodying Healing: The Resonant Rupture of Faith Healing Conclusion: Resonant Rupture, Sovereignty, and Global Pentecostalism Notes References Index
£52.20
University of Nebraska Press Upward Not Sunwise
Book SynopsisExplores an influential and growing neo-Pentecostal movement among Native Americans characterized by evangelical Christian theology, charismatic “spirit-filled” worship, and decentralized Native control. Kimberly Jenkins Marshall has been researching the Oodlání movement since 2006 and presents the first book-length study of Navajo neo-Pentecostalism.Trade Review"Marshall's book is based on several years of ethnographic research in Navajo communities in the southwestern United States. The only lengthy study of Navajo Pentecostalism that has been published to date, it deftly tackles the problem of rupture and continuity among Pentecostal converts, and shows that Navajo Pentecostals reject, reinterpret, remake, and conserve traditional beliefs and practices in intricate and sometimes conflicting ways. Marshall pursues a pioneering approach to indigenous Pentecostalism that will interest folklorists."—Ethan Sharp, Journal of Folklore Research"The weighty contributions of Upward, Not Sunwise extend far beyond the tent-filled deserts of the Navajo Nation, deeply enriching the study of indigenous Christianity in a number of important ways."—Mark Clatterbuck, Pacific Historical Review“Marshall’s ethnography is refreshingly engaging as it explores the complexities of contemporary neo-Pentecostalism among Navajos in the Navajo Nation. It adds a much-needed chapter about the diversity of religious experiences among Navajos and speaks to larger issues about global Christianity.”—Anthony K. Webster, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Texas, Austin, and author of Intimate Grammars: An Ethnography of Navajo Poetry “Upward, Not Sunwise offers a fresh perspective on religious acculturation in an indigenous context. This book is unequaled for its contemporary analysis of Native people’s agency within Christian evangelical movements.”—David Shorter, professor in the Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance at the University of California, Los Angeles, and author of We Will Dance Our Truth: Yaqui History in Yoeme PerformancesTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments Note on Transcriptions Introduction: Resonant Rupture 1. The Oodlání Movement: Revivals, Research, and Relationships 2. Under the Tent: The Resonant Rupture of Ritual 3. Háálá Ayóo Diyin: The Resonant Rupture of Language 4. “God Never Listened to Country”: The Resonant Rupture of Music 5. Dancing in the Spirit: The Resonant Rupture of Nonhuman Actors 6. Embodying Healing: The Resonant Rupture of Faith Healing Conclusion: Resonant Rupture, Sovereignty, and Global Pentecostalism Notes References Index
£22.79
University of Pennsylvania Press Faith in Flux
Book SynopsisPentecostalismAfrica's fastest growing form of Christianityis known for displacing that which came before. Yet anthropologist Devaka Premawardhana witnessed neither massive growth nor dramatic rupture in the part of Mozambique where he worked. His research opens a new paradigm for the study of global Christianity, one centered on religious fluidity and existential mobility, and on how indigenous traditions remain vibrant and influentialeven in the lives of converts.In Faith in Flux, Premawardhana narrates a range of everyday hardships faced by a rural Makhuwa-speaking peoplesnakebites and elephant invasions, chronic illnesses and recurring wars, disputes within families and conflicts with the stateto explore how wellbeing sometimes entails not stability but mobility. In their ambivalent response to Pentecostalism, as in their historical resistance to sedentarization and other modernizing projects, the Makhuwa reveal crucial insights about what it is to be human: about cTrade Review"This fascinating and unique book is the result of Devaka Premawardhana'sjourney of nearly one year to explore the local response to the recent arrivalof Pentecostal churches in northern Mozambique . . . [A] rich and inspiring book, which should be read by anyone interested in African Studies and anthropology of Christianity." * African Studies Review *"Who would have thought that a book set in the middle of what is considered a quite remote location even in Mozambique-the Makhuwa area of Niassa Province-could so eloquently address important concerns relating to Pentecostalism and the enigma of change in Africa, in anthropology, and more generally? This gem of a book executes such a challenging task in highly original ways . . . [B]eautifully and compellingly written . . . Premawardhana has written a book that should-and will-have a broad impact." * Journal of Religion in Africa *"Literatures tied to themes of migration, refugees, religious conversion, and phenomenology are all brought to bear expertly. Analysis of the fluidity of rural Mozambicans' relationship to Pentecostal churches and teachings is enriched with sparing application of well-chosen theories. The author accomplishes this with nuance, and utmost respect for the human experiences that command his attention." * International Journal of African Historical Studies *"Beautifully and brilliantly written . . . an existential ethnography of the Makhuwa people of Northern Mozambique, a meditation on colonialism, globalization, modernity and the nature of Pentecostalism, a critique of cultural theory, and a fascinating narrative of 'snakebites and elephant invasions, chronic illnesses and recurring wars, disputes within families and conflicts with the state.'" * Nova Religio *"This book, no doubt, adds new, unique, and refreshing insight to the ever-growing research and publications on Pentecostalism. Not only does it examine Pentecostalism in a place where it had not been studied extensively, it does so by means of time-tested anthropological methods and theoretical frameworks. This unique approach and the vivid and enthralling narrative style make this book a must-read." * Journal of World Christianity *""Faith in Flux reminds us how intensive fieldwork and rich ethnography are not only what define anthropology but also what anthropologists draw on to challenge theoretical assumptions and make their voices heard in scholarly debates . . . Faith in Flux should be recommended not only to scholars of Christianity and Africanists but also to undergraduate and graduate students of anthropology."" * Anthropological Quarterly *"Premawardhana's book is a pleasure to read, as he seamlessly weaves the theoretical discussion into his intriguing vignettes. He discusses his own presence and reception with the people among whom he lived in a way that established credible ethnographic authority. Whether the reader is interested in constructions of conversion, Christianity and cultural adaptation, or the impact of transnational Pentecostalism in local communities, Premawardhana's work provides a valuable and detailed case study." * Pneuma *"Faith in Flux brilliantly realizes the potential of ethnography not only to illuminate other lifeworlds but to offer incisive critiques of current theoretical assumptions in religious studies and the social sciences. In lucid and enthralling prose, Devaka Premawardhana takes us deep into the world of the Makhuwa, offering new ways in which global Christianity, tradition, mobility, conversion, and social change may be understood." * Michael Jackson, author of How Lifeworlds Work: Emotionality, Sociality, and the Ambiguity of Being *"Faith in Flux is a beautifully written and theoretically novel book that focuses on a geographical area that has been severely neglected in the anthropological record. Devaka Premawardhana amply illustrates the idea that radical renewal is neither foreign to traditional societies nor necessarily a byproduct of globalization, modernization, or Pentecostal conversion." * Ilana van Wyk, University of Cape Town *"Intersecting the study of Pentecostalism, modernity, and globalization with insights from existential anthropology, especially bodily dispositions toward mobility, Faith in Flux is a book that will no doubt lead anthropologists of Christianity to view their own work in a new light. Devaka Premawardhana challenges scholars to rethink the idea of religious conversion as a profound rupture with the past." * Sonia Silva, Skidmore College *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART I. Othama—To Move Chapter 1. A Fugitive People Chapter 2. Between the River and the Road PART II. Ohiya ni Ovolowa—To Leave and to Enter Chapter 3. Border Crossings Chapter 4. Two Feet In, Two Feet Out PART III. Okhalano—To Be With Chapter 5. A Religion of Her Own? Chapter 6. Moved by the Spirit Conclusion Notes Works Cited Index Acknowledgments
£78.85
Duke University Press William J. Seymour and the Origins of Global
Book SynopsisIn 1906, William J Seymour (1870-1922) preached Pentecostal revival at the Azusa Street mission in Los Angeles. This book provides an insight into the life and ministry of Seymour, the Azusa Street revival, and Seymour's influence on global Pentecostal origins.Trade Review“The author convincingly portrays Seymour, an African American with little formal education, at the vital center of Pentecostalism, influencing scores of ministers and missionaries who passed through his mission or read his Apostolic Faith newspaper. . . . Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through researchers/faculty.” -- W. B. Bedford * Choice *“Readers deeply steeped in the historiographical fights over the relative influence of Seymour versus other figures will find here about as close to a definitive account as one is going to get. But even those who just want to learn about Pentecostalism’s early days generally, and perhaps don’t have a dog in the historiographical and in-church fight, will benefit greatly from the author’s strongly argued, impeccably researched, and cogently written account. This is church history at its best.” -- Paul Harvey * Canadian Journal of History *"Espinosa’s detailed and careful analysis of Seymour’s role in the internal and external dynamics of the early Pentecostal movement explains much about its crucial decisions, and the contemporary strengths and weaknesses of this branch of Christianity." -- Hans Krabbendam * History *“Espinosa provides an appropriate challenge to evaluate the radical countercultural, socially transgressive nature of Azusa and the opportunity that such transgressive space gave to an emerging Pentecostalism.” -- Zachary Michael Tackett * Pneuma *Table of ContentsForeword xiii Preface xix Acknowledgments xxi Timeline xxiii Introduction. Definitions and 100 Years of Historiography on Seymour 1 Part I. Biography 1. American Pentecostal Origins: Parham and Seymour 41 3. Moses and Mecca: Seymour, Azusa, and Global Origins 69 4. God Makes No Difference in Color: Azusa's Transgressive Social Space 96 5. Wrecking the Spirit of Azusa: Grumbling and the Road to Decline 109 6. Race War in the Churches: Promoting Peace by Taking the Initiative 126 7. We Don't Believe in Relics: Seymour in Ignominy 143 Conclusion. Holy Restlessness and Cracking Bottles 149 Part II. Documentary History of William J. Seymour, The Azusa Street Revival, and Global Pentecostal Origins A. Seymour's Spiritual Writings from the Apostolic Faith, 1906-08 161 B. Seymour's Doctrines and Discipline Minister's Manual (1915) 216 C. Azusa Street Revival Accounts in the Apostolic Faith, 1906-08 301 D. Historical Overviews and Testimonies of Seymour and the Azusa Revival 309 E. Critics of Seymour and the Revival 372 F. Writings of Charles Fox Parham 380 Notes 389 Bibliography 411 Index 429
£999.99
Duke University Press Test of Faith
Book SynopsisPentecostal serpent handlers, also known as Signs Followers, hold a literal interpretation of a verse in the New Testament’s Gospel of Markwhich states that, among other abilities, true believers shall be able to “take up serpents.” For more than a century members of this uniquely Appalachian religious tradition have handled venomous snakes during their worship services, risking death as evidence of their unwavering faith. Despite scores of deaths from snakebite and the closure of numerous churches in recent decades, there remains a small contingent of serpent handlers devoted to keeping the practice alive. Who are the serpent handlers? What motivates them to continue their potentially lethal practices through the generations? Documentary photographer Lauren Pond traveled to West Virginia in search of answers to these questions. There she met Pastor Randy “Mack” Wolford, one of the best-known Signs Following preachers in the region, and spTrade Review"Visually stunning.... Pond is deeply aware of the ethical quandaries of photographing a person while he is dying, which she writes about in a theologically provocative afterword. Her photographic eye is more compassionate than voyeuristic, and she captures something of the essence of Wolford’s faith even while hesitating to pin it down." * Christianity Today *"Open the book, and whether you are of faith or not, see what Pond came to see: people of faith, enduring to an end we all face. See sign followers seeking only to be obedient to their God. See people believing, loving and caring, backsliding and returning to be baptized again. And yes, dying. See people so human in their failings and need for re-baptism that a common saying among believers (however baptized) is that even the fish know who they are. Pond’s magnificent book will introduce them to you." -- Ralph W. Hood, Jr. * Reading Religion *"To move through this book is to feel the author unwind herself. We feel her taking the measure of the space in which her subjects live. Services that were once photographed as delirious frenzy are now shown as infused with calm, though no less ecstatic. We get a sense that Pond has arrived somewhere very different than where she sought to go when she began, and it also feels like the beginning of a larger story." -- Leo Hsu * Fraction Magazine *"Capturing the true essence of this type of religious phenomenon is delicate. One must balance scene with sensitivity. Pond's work in Test of Faith is a well-blanced blend of both qualities. . . . She invites viewers, through her photography and dialogue, to embark on a journey to understand more deeply the people who take on these acts of faith and who choose to live within a particular lifestyle." -- Chelsie Dubay * Journal of Appalachian Studies *Table of ContentsForeword / Peter Barberie Photographs and Text / Lauren Pond Afterword / Lauren Pond Acknowledgments About the Prize
£33.25
Cornell University Press Catch the Fire
Book SynopsisBeginning in Toronto in the mid-1990s, the Vineyard Church became the site of ritualized religious renewal, commonly known as the "Toronto Blessing." This book examines the history of Vineyard Church and the role and meaning of the soaking prayer.Trade Review[This book] makes an important contribution to the social scientific research on prayer by focusing on the relationship between a form of charismatic prayer and the change of practitioners toward benevolent action. * Pneuma *
£31.35
Arsenal Press Les Centres Apostoliques
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£10.50
Duke University Press Desire Work
Book SynopsisMelissa Hackman traces the experiences of Pentecostal ex-gay men in Cape Town, South Africa, as they attempted to cure their homosexuality, forge a heterosexual masculinity, and enter into heterosexual marriage through various forms emotional, bodily, and religious work.Trade Review"Truly unique and fascinating ... Desire Work sheds new light on Africa. . . . Recommended. Graduate students, researchers, and professionals." -- W. Arens * Choice *"Desire Work is a remarkably rich, detailed, and passionate ethnography. . . . As gender studies in Africa continues to grow as a field, this book provides a needed contribution to understanding homosexuality and masculinity among . . . men in the first country in the world whose constitution outlawed homophobic discrimination: South Africa." -- Dianna Bell * Journal of Religion in Africa *"Desire Work is a rich and fascinating ethnographic study worth reading by anyone with an academic interest in gender, sexuality, and self-making in evangelical and Pentecostal Christian circles." -- Adriaan van Klinken * H-Africa, H-Net Reviews *"There is no doubt that Desire Work is an important book, offering the reader glimpses into the wider body of work on the subject. It is written in an accessible, engaging, and compassionate style, and makes a contribution to the field of gender and sexuality studies as well as opening up new avenues for theological exploration." -- Beverley Haddad * Anthropological Forum *"The book presents an honest and refreshing account of the methodological challenges of conducting such research. ... [It] will be useful specifically to those wanting to understand the ex-gay movement and Pentecostalism as well as to those interested in the intersection of sexuality, gender, and nationality." -- Alex Toft * American Journal of Sociology *“Desire Work emerges as a genuine and serious description of the challenges and struggles of South African men who must navigate the overlapping layers of societal, cultural, and religious demands as they seek a pathway that allows for faithful, authentic expression of masculinity and sexuality…. Desire Work is strongly recommended to mental health professionals, pastoral theologians, pastor caregivers and other ministry practitioners as a cautionary tale and guidepost, calling for careful consideration and reflection when engaging in the sacred task of transforming and changing lives.” -- Eddie L. Journey * Pneuma *Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xv Introduction: Adrian's Desire Work 1 1. Cultural Convergences 39 2. Building Godly Emotional Intimacy 63 3. Becoming Spiritual Warriors: Learning How to Fight Demonic Sexual Desires 87 4. Mastering Romance and Sexual Feelings 115 5. "I Didn't Fall, I'm Free": Leaving Healing Revelation Ministries 139 Afterword 165 Notes 171 References 177 Index 197
£74.70
Duke University Press Desire Work
Book SynopsisMelissa Hackman traces the experiences of Pentecostal ex-gay men in Cape Town, South Africa, as they attempted to cure their homosexuality, forge a heterosexual masculinity, and enter into heterosexual marriage through various forms emotional, bodily, and religious work.Trade Review"Truly unique and fascinating ... Desire Work sheds new light on Africa. . . . Recommended. Graduate students, researchers, and professionals." -- W. Arens * Choice *"Desire Work is a remarkably rich, detailed, and passionate ethnography. . . . As gender studies in Africa continues to grow as a field, this book provides a needed contribution to understanding homosexuality and masculinity among . . . men in the first country in the world whose constitution outlawed homophobic discrimination: South Africa." -- Dianna Bell * Journal of Religion in Africa *"Desire Work is a rich and fascinating ethnographic study worth reading by anyone with an academic interest in gender, sexuality, and self-making in evangelical and Pentecostal Christian circles." -- Adriaan van Klinken * H-Africa, H-Net Reviews *"There is no doubt that Desire Work is an important book, offering the reader glimpses into the wider body of work on the subject. It is written in an accessible, engaging, and compassionate style, and makes a contribution to the field of gender and sexuality studies as well as opening up new avenues for theological exploration." -- Beverley Haddad * Anthropological Forum *"The book presents an honest and refreshing account of the methodological challenges of conducting such research. ... [It] will be useful specifically to those wanting to understand the ex-gay movement and Pentecostalism as well as to those interested in the intersection of sexuality, gender, and nationality." -- Alex Toft * American Journal of Sociology *“Desire Work emerges as a genuine and serious description of the challenges and struggles of South African men who must navigate the overlapping layers of societal, cultural, and religious demands as they seek a pathway that allows for faithful, authentic expression of masculinity and sexuality…. Desire Work is strongly recommended to mental health professionals, pastoral theologians, pastor caregivers and other ministry practitioners as a cautionary tale and guidepost, calling for careful consideration and reflection when engaging in the sacred task of transforming and changing lives.” -- Eddie L. Journey * Pneuma *Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xv Introduction: Adrian's Desire Work 1 1. Cultural Convergences 39 2. Building Godly Emotional Intimacy 63 3. Becoming Spiritual Warriors: Learning How to Fight Demonic Sexual Desires 87 4. Mastering Romance and Sexual Feelings 115 5. "I Didn't Fall, I'm Free": Leaving Healing Revelation Ministries 139 Afterword 165 Notes 171 References 177 Index 197
£22.79
University of Nebraska Press Cree and Christian
Book SynopsisCree and Christian is an ethnographic account of a contemporary Pentecostal congregation, contextualized historically and theoretically in relation to other religious movements over time.Trade Review"Solid, insightful historical research, high-level anthropological-linguistics theoretical framing, and firsthand field data mark this excellent contemporary anthropology and significant insight into 'religion'."—Alice B. Kehoe, Choice“Cree and Christian provides a remarkable contribution to the understanding of the lived experience and practices of Cree people in two boreal forest communities in Alberta, Canada. . . . The book provides fascinating insights on Cree religiosity, ontologies, and cultural perspectives, grasping the complexity of the religious landscape in a huge region and the transformative continuity of Cree Christianities.”—Frédéric Laugrand, coauthor of Hunters, Predators, and Prey: Inuit Perceptions of Animals“The study of Pentecostalism is of great importance because of the global reach of this Protestant sect and the influence among Indigenous peoples. . . . Westman offers an excellent discussion of worship—finding ecstasy—through music, singing, altar calls and testifying, praying, anointing, and laying on of hands in healing rituals.”—Julius H. Rubin, author of Perishing Heathens: Stories of Protestant Missionaries and Christian Indians in Antebellum AmericaTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Preface: Ethnography in Cree Christian Communities Introduction: Understanding Cree Christian Culture 1. Speech, Narrative, Genre, and Translation in Cree Christianity 2. Early Encounters with Catholic and Anglican Missionaries in the Trout Lakes Region 3. Postwar Missions, Christian Villages, and the Advent of Pentecostalism 4. Politics and Pragmatics of Religious Pluralism 5. Ritual Discourse and Practice in Cree Pentecostal Congregations Conclusion: The Transformative Continuities of Cree Pentecostalism Acknowledgments Source Acknowledgments Notes References Index
£49.30
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Moments with Dad: A Devotional Memoir
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£15.33
Africa World Press African Pentecostalism: Global Discourses,
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£31.96
Bottom of the Hill Publishing Let My People Go
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£11.39
Charisma House Vindicated
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£15.75
Charisma House The Generosity Journey
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£999.99
Harrison House Mantles Past and Present
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£18.89
Harrison House Mantles Past and Present
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£30.43
Faithlife Corporation A New Apostolic Reformation?
Book SynopsisThis critique provides a framework for understanding and interpreting the widespread but little-known New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) movement. As the authors state in the preface: "We write this book with two major goals in mind. First, to give people an idea of the sheer size and reach of the NAR movement. And second, to systematize its key teachings and practices and evaluate them on the basis of Scripture and careful reasoning . . In our judgment, the NAR perspective crosses these boundaries [that is, certain broad parameters, revealed in Scripture and practiced in the historical orthodox church], and it does so in part because of flawed theology rooted in a flawed understanding of Scripture. We wish to warn readers about a possible confusion: Some critics have linked the NAR movement with mainstream Pentecostalism and charismatics. We do not do this. In fact, it is our contention that the NAR movement deviates from classical Pentecostal and charismatic teachings. This movement has emerged out of independent charismatic churches and, thus, has gained a foothold in many of those churches in varying degrees."
£21.98
James Currey Violent Conversion: Brazilian Pentecostalism and
Book SynopsisExamines Pentecostal conversion as a force of change, revealing new insights into its dominant role in global Christianity today. There has been an extraordinary growth in Pentecostalism in Africa, with Brazilian Pentecostals establishing new transnational Christian connections, initiating widespread changes not only in religious practice but in society. This book describes its rise in Maputo, capital of Mozambique, and the sometimes dramatic impact of Pentecostalism on women. Here large numbers of urban women are taking advantage of the opportunities Pentecostalism offers to overcome restrictions at home, pioneer new life spaces and change their lives through the power of the Holy Spirit. Yet, conversion can also mean a violent rupturing with tradition, with family and with social networks. As the pastors encourage women to cut their ties with the past, including ancestral spirits, they come to see their kin and husbands as imbued with evil powers, and many leave their families. Conquering spheres that used to be forbidden to them, they often live alone as unmarried women, sometimes earning more than men of a similar age. They are also expected to donate huge sums to the churches, often money that they can ill afford, bringing new hardships. Linda van de Kamp is Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology, University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands.Trade ReviewVan de Kamp's book provides a valuable insight into the multifaceted nature of religion, economics, and social relations in Mozambique. . . . [H]er text is not only an indispensable resource for scholars studying religion in Africa, but also for those researching global Christianity and Pentecostalism. * READING RELIGION *One always stands to gain from studies that foreground the often overlooked lives of women and, moreover, women in the often overlooked Lusophone world. Violent Conversion deserves to be read by all interested in global Pentecostalism, religion and gender, religion and globalization, African studies, and Brazilian studies. * PENTECO STUDIES *A vital contribution to discussions about Pentecostalism and the anthropology of Christianity, kinship and gender roles under neoliberalism, and urban studies in Mozambique. * AMERICAN ETHNOLOGIST *Violent Conversions is, without doubt, mandatory reading for scholars of Christianity . [it] highlights the urgency of researching 'religion' as a domain [that is a] central part of social life. The author shows how Pentecostalism is an agent - and not the result - of globalization. * MANÁ *This publication provides valuable knowledge on the possible consequences of south-south Pentecostal mission. * SOCIAL SCIENCES & MISSION *Table of ContentsIntroduction Gender, Family and Social Transformations in Maputo Transnational Spaces of Conquest Moving Frontiers: the Generational Trajectories of Pentecostal Women Converting the Spirit Spouse Terapia do amor: Confrontational Public Love 'Holy Bonfires' and Campaigns Conclusion: Violent Conversion Bibliography
£71.25
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Faith and Revivalism in a Nordic Romani
Book SynopsisA Pentecostal revival is sweeping the Romani communities of Europe. The dominant religious orientation of European Roma, Pentecostalism has become one of the major factors behind Romani social development, in the wake of the discrimination, marginalisation, and growing anti-ziganist sentiments of the latest decades. Through this form of charismatic Protestant Christianity, Roma have overcome social problems and internal conflicts as well as battle against the hostility and exclusion of the 'macro gajo' (non-Roma) society. Based on interviews and field work, this original ethnographic study offers a unique presentation and analysis of the Pentecostal revival in one of Europe's many Romani communities - the Kaale Roma of Finland and Sweden. Through individual life stories, historical exposes, sociological interpretation, and ritual and discourse analysis, Thurfjell provides a vivid, accurate portrait of the multifaceted and complex situation of contemporary Roma. Despite the efforts of the Nordic welfare state over the past decades to counteract poverty, and to integrate their Romani communities into society, these groups are persistently problematic. Inspired by postcolonial theory, Thurfjell's study addresses the failure of the integration politics of the Roma; he highlights the discursive pressure the hegemonial society places on outsiders as it reaches out to help them. Romani individuals, it is argued, are caught in a deadlock between the pressure to assimilate themselves into the majority society, and that of their community, to remain Romani. This study of the Pentecostal movement is of interest to anyone who seeks to understand the religious, historical, social and discursive processes that underlie the complex and difficult situation of European Roma today.Trade Review'Thurfjell is a very sensitive observer who does not only co-live his informants' lives with deep empathy but also is able to transfer his observations into a remarkably structured and well-written text. His descriptions and analyses are very vivid and even touching at times. All in all, this study could be used as a prime example of how to do ethnography.' Tuula Sakaranaho, Professor in the study of Religion, University of HelsinkiTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: The Finnish Kaale and Their Religion Chapter 3: Caught in a Deadlock Chapter 4: Conjuring the Pious Mood Chapter 5: Staying on the Path Chapter 6: Ethnogenesis and Eschatology Chapter 7: Walk this World a Stranger: Concluding Remarks Notes References Index
£999.99
Byfaith Media Rees Howells Monument of Faith History of The
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Independently Published Revival Now
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Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp The Empty Tomb
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Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Apostolic Identity
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Independently Published Living In His Promises
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£8.99
Destiny Image True Stories of the Miracles of Azusa Street and
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Destiny Image Receiving Healing From The Courts of Heaven
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Destiny Image Secrets of the Seer 10 Keys to Activating Seer
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Destiny Image Principle and Power of Kingdom Citizenship The
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Destiny Image Understanding Your Place in Gods Kingdom Your
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Destiny Image A Practical Guide to Walking in Healing Power
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Destiny Image Realms of the Prophetic
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Destiny Image Lion Bites
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