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NASB | Acts 2:4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit was giving them utterance. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 2:4 And they were all filled [that is, diffused throughout their being] with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues (different languages), as the Spirit was giving them the ability to speak out [clearly and appropriately]. |
Bible Question: I know several christians who claim to be able to speak in tongues and be slain in the spirit. Is this truly a gift of the spirit we still have today, or was that just part of the pentecost described in Acts 2? I am a born again christian and belong to a baptist church where the spirit is felt however, everyone remains upright and worships in english. Ive attended a revival before and accepted Christ there but I never could get so moved to speak in tongues or fall over. The spirit always brings tears of joy and I know God loves and accepts me as his own. The question I guess is then is what do I tell those who think if you dont have this ability you are not saved? |
Bible Answer: Jilliebean: The answer you received from jcsav is the view of most who are involved with the Word of Faith movement. This movement is filled with false teachings and intertwined with othodox Christian doctrin. The Word of Faith movement has such profound false theachers as Benny Hinn Kenneth Copland and Kenneth Haggen, just to name a few of these detestable saints of satan. No where is sain in the spirit a Biblical response recorded. Toungues are a "gift" not something to be asked for! Rarely will you see the "tongues" used as Scripture says it is to be used. I wish as many people desired the gift of helps or giving. But most want to experience something rather than do something that is not seen by others. My kind advice is to seek the greatest "gift" which is love. justme |