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Book SynopsisIn Baptism in the Holy Spirit, Koo Dong Yun analyzes nine different theologians'' constructs of Spirit baptism, also known as baptism of the Holy Spirit, as reflected from their various ecclesiastical and theological traditions (Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Dispensational, Pentecostal, and Reformed). This comparative study further underscores three distinctive features of Pentecostal theology: the Lukan orientation, the vitality of experience, and the verifiability of Spirit baptism.
Trade ReviewProfessor Koo D. Yun has given us a rich exposure to the various viewpoints offered on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit across confessional and denominational lines. Those who are tired of well-worn arguments and counterarguments on the nature of Spiritbaptism will find Yun's book a breath of fresh air. He challenges Pentecostal and Non-Pentecostal theologians alike to think ecumenically about Spirit baptism as a complex work of the Spirit. I highly recommend it. -- Frank D. Macchia, Vanguard University of Southern California and Editor of Pneuma: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies
Rather than divide, the Spirit's gifts should unite the one Body of Christ. Koo Dong Yun's book paves the road toward a holistic theology of the Holy Spirit with signs directing us toward dialogue between Pentecostals, Roman Catholics, and mainline Protestants. -- Ted Peters, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary
I commend this volume to the student who wishes a strong historical and theological contribution to his or her understanding of Spirit baptism. It is a serous critique of the limited perspective that all too often characterizes Pentecostal discussionsconcerning the baptism in the Holy Spirit here in the USA. -- Byron D. Klaus * Pneuma *
Prof. Yun has written the best dialectical analysis to date of traditional and contemporary interpretations of Spirit-baptism. The ecumenical scope of this study clarifies the issues to which theologians of all the churches need to attend in approaching baptism in the Holy Spirit. Prof. Yun has written a must read for anyone involved in Pentecostal charismatic forms of prayer and for anyone seriously interested in advancing understanding among the churches. -- Donald L. Gelpi, S.J., Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley
Prof. Yun has written the best dialectical analysis to date of traditional and contemporary interpretations of Spirit-baptism. The ecumenical scope of this study clarifies the issues to which theologians of all the churches need to attend in approaching baptism in the Holy Spirit. Prof. Yun has written a must read for anyone involved in Pentecostal charismatic forms of prayer and for anyone seriously interested in advancing understanding among the churches. -- Donald L. Gelpi, S.J., Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley
Professor Koo D. Yun has given us a rich exposure to the various viewpoints offered on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit across confessional and denominational lines. Those who are tired of well-worn arguments and counterarguments on the nature of Spirit baptism will find Yun's book a breath of fresh air. He challenges Pentecostal and Non-Pentecostal theologians alike to think ecumenically about Spirit baptism as a complex work of the Spirit. I highly recommend it. -- Frank D. Macchia, Vanguard University of Southern California and Editor of Pneuma: The Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies
Rather than divide, the Spirit's gifts should unite the one Body of Christ. Koo Dong Yun's book paves the road toward a holistic theology of the Holy Spirit with signs directing us toward dialogue between Pentecostals, Roman Catholics, and mainline Protestants. -- Ted Peters, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary
I commend this volume to the student who wishes a strong historical and theological contribution to his or her understanding of Spirit baptism. It is a serous critique of the limited perspective that all too often characterizes Pentecostal discussions concerning the baptism in the Holy Spirit here in the USA. -- Byron D. Klaus * Pneuma *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 Historical Overview of the Pentecostal- Charismatic Movement: Background of Twentieth-Century Pentecostalism; Genesis of Twentieth-Century Pentecostalism; The Great Azusa Street Revival; Beginning of the Charismatic Movement Chapter 4 Classical Pentecostal Construct of Spirit Baptism:Charles Fox Parham's View on Spirit Baptism; Ernest S. Williams' View on Spirit Baptism; Classical Pentecostal Construct Chapter 5 Charismatic Construct of Spirit Baptism: Malines Document I; Larry Christenson; Charismatic Construct Chapter 6 Dispensational Construct of Spirit Baptism: John Nelson Darby; Distinguishing Features of Dispensationalism; Cyrus I. Scofield; Lewis Sperry Chafer; Main Features of Dispensationalists' Spirit Baptism Chapter 7 Donald Gelpi's Construct of Spirit Baptism: Gelpi's Experiential Approach; Conversion as a Process; Spirit Baptism as a Transformation Process; Spirit Baptism with a Pentecostal Movement; Spirit Baptism and Christian Initiation; Francis A. Sullivan; Chapter 8 Karl Barth's Construct of Spirit Baptism: Three Stages of Baptism; Baptism with the Holy Spirit; Baptism with Water Chapter 9 Comparative Analysis: Affinities and Oppositions among Various Constructs; Distinctive Features of Pentecostal Horizons Chapter 10 Theological Reflections on the Pentecostal Horizons: Four Senses of Horizon; Each Horizon with Prejudice; Pragmatic Method in the Pentecostal Horizons as Opposed to Steve Land and Simon Chan; Multi-dimensions of Reality; Expanding the Pentecostal Ho Chapter 11 Bibliography Chapter 12 Index of Authors
