This scholarly text addresses the widely contested issue of whether speaking in tongues is required for Christian salvation. The author asserts through scriptural analysis that eternal life is received entirely by faith in Christ, clarifying that the Holy Spirit is given at conversion, independent of any subsequent spiritual manifestation. Chapters analyze the Book of Acts to show that the instances of tongues served as unique, transitional signs for the early church rather than establishing a universal pattern for believers. The discussion also explores how Paul corrected the church at Corinth regarding the misuse and over-emphasis of the gift, emphasizing the necessity of gift diversity and order in worship. Finally, the source contrasts the historical roots of modern Pentecostal theology, rooted in the Azusa Street Revival, with the non-essential nature of the gift demonstrated by successful evangelists like Billy Graham, concluding that salvation remains complete and accessible to all believers.
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