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Summary: Truth - Not a "new" doctrine
Review: As with every major restoration movement, people will always declare a true "move of God" as heresy. This book is based on sound biblical doctrine, but viewed thru 'prophetic' insight. The book correctly grounds everything in the Word of God and provides valuable insight into what most are calling the Apostolic Restoration. Please note that this is not a "new" doctrine, but rather it was God's plan for the Church from it's inception. The method for leading the Church was simply lost during its descent into the Dark Ages (outlined in the book). True apostolic authority is always delegated by God and enacted thru humility. Apostles and prophets are not MORE important than anyone else, they just have a different gift and calling - as do all who are in the Church. I ***HIGHLY*** recommend this book. It is a standard "reference" teaching book in our church library.
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Summary: A frightening title from a increasingly bizarre author
Review: I first read Wagner 15 years ago and I was concerned even then by his bowing to the false God of pragmatism rather than submit himself to the Bible.I have not read this book, but the title itself is very concerning. Is Wagner seriously asserting that modern-day apostles will arise? And if so, are they identical in function to the apostles of 2000 years ago? If they are, then we have a situation where the Bible can be added to, or at least ignored so that the new apostles can be listened to - apostles who will be able to infallibly interpret the scriptures in their own authoritative manner. Wagner has been sailing close to the wind for some time now, and this book leads me to believe that he may have crossed the line between "bad teaching" and "heresy". I pray that I am wrong.
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Summary: Fundamental
Review: I've now been reading through this book, and found it very well founded. It is not flummy, but well established within the Word of God. It has helped me open my eyes when it comes to the Apostolic and Prophetic ministries. The question is not if these ministries exist or not, that is obvious if we read the Bible. The help is in how to relate to the ministering done by others, or our selves. This has been a help for me, and more, it will help me relate to this subject in a constructive way in the future. I recommend this book highly!
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