THE CHURCH SUBTLY
DECEIVED
(A BOOK
REVIEW)
We are living in a
world of uncertainties. Unusual things are taking place day in and day
out. A good number of unusual and unwanted things are happening even among the
so called Christian evangelicals. Such things are happening mainly due
to confusion and deception. Christ himself has given warning of such
incidents at the end time. We read this in Matthew 24, Mark 13 and Luke
21.
Take heed that no
one leads you astray (Matt. 24:4) Mark 13 the last five verses very
emphatically says "Be watchful". In this
context of end time charismatic movement the writer in this book "The Church
Subtly Deceived" gives a warning to the believers, "Be alert and
Watchful" In this small book of 107 pages the author very vividly
explains many aspects of this dangerous trend prevailing even among some
believers circles.
The Book of Acts at
first sight, gives an adequate support to this, but a closer look at it will
evidently show(s)
it is not so. "It is vital to note that the sections of the scriptures
dealing with the return of our Lord Jesus emphasize the area of deception,
whether they be speeches of our Lord Jesus, or letters of the apostles.
In these sections, signs and wonders are repeatedly mentioned, but not in a
positive context, instead, warning is given concerning them and their function
of deception."
The author reveals
a growing penetration of liberalism, modernism,
ecumenism and mysticism into the charismatic movements.
He brought out NINE important and serious matters for the present day
believers as an isssue of serious thinking and consideration.
It's a good study on
the following subject matters:
- SPIRIT BAPTISM.
- GIFTS. a) Tongues
for private edification? b) Tongues as a sign.
- LAYING OF HANDS.
A) Is infiltration of a believer possible?
- PASSIVITY.
a) The identity Theory. B) Active or Passive?
C) Falling on ones back. E) out of the body experience.
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Third Edition - 2009
Publisher GLS Mumbai |
- SIGNS AND WONDERS.
Signs in the Gospel of John, A) the case of Nicodemus. B) The response of
the 5000. C) Passivity among these modern movements. D) Which is the
greatest wonder? Signs in Acts. From signs to scripture. Signs,
wonders and miracles, Signs in the last days, Signs in our days, A final
consideration
- THE SECOND COMING
- RENEWAL THEOLOGY
- THE HOLY SPIRIT
AND THE LORD JESUS
- THE ECUMENICAL
ALIGNMENT.
For
a reader who wants to know the real facts on these subjects it's
a good study and a reference guide. A genuine reader can obtain such a
lot of information needed to face such false teachers and practitioners of the
present day charismatic movements. One can easily deal with such people if he
thoroughly studies this book. Though it's very short in its
contents he dealt with almost all required aspects in
these nine chapters.
All believers should
read and make note of its contents to resist the false teachers of the Word.
One can easily discern the false teachings entered in the
Christian church. He will be
able to refute such practices with sufficient
scriptural references.
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Fourth Edition - 2012
Published by GBBM, Bangalure |
In the concluding
chapter he quotes Abraham "The father of all believers", who did
not work one sign , yet he is called as the father of believers (Rom
4:12&16) Abraham did not look at himself but only cling to the
promises of God; he held fast the promises of the Lord and therefore only
looked unto Him. He was his real consolation, the true anchor of his soul (
Heb.6:19). His faith was fully counted on God. This kind of faith
proves God right and therefore let us look unto the Lord Jesus the author and
finisher of our faith. (Heb.12:27) He is the true Savior and victor over
all these sinister powers of darkness.
In conclusion
he quotes the story of the prodigal son and calls the believers for
repentance. Quoting Revelation 2:3 the author says even in spite of the deplorable
situation in the seven churches Jesus never rebuked the saints for not having
received the baptism of the Spirit or have too few spiritual gifts.
However, five times He says, "Repent"
He ends the book
with an interesting yet serious appendix. A critique of D G S Dinakaran's
book "Gifts of the holy spirit". In these pages he gave a fitting
reply to the followers of such false teachings.
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The Blogger Philip V Ariel
with the Author Alexander Seibel |
A very informative
book to know the fallacies of the so called self-styled apostles of Christian faith. A helpful
guide and must read for Bible college students and
believers who want to know the real truth about Jesus Christ and His
teachings concerning the last days.
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| Alexander Seibel |
About the Author:
Alexander Seibel was born in Vienna in 1943. Brought up in a customary religious setting, he later discarded his religion and became an atheist. His main interests as a student were scientific subjects.
He was confronted with the Good News of the Bible during his days as a student through the testimony of some Christian believers of a worldwide missionary movement. The undeniable fulfillment of biblical prophecies in relation to Israel made it possible for the Lord to soften Alexander's heart toward Christianity. The final breakthrough, where he finally surrendered his life to the Lord Jesus Christ, came on August 4, 1968 when he listened to a message about true discipleship.
Up until this time when Alexander completed his studies, he was a member of the Baptist Church in Vienna. He now holds a Master of Technology degree and works as a full time evangelist. He speaks on the subjects of science, the Bible, and evolution versus creation to youth groups and students. He has engaged in an extensive study of the Charismatic Movement and recent trends in our society and churches. He has written several books, some of them up to five editions, which have been translated into several European languages. Alexander Seibel now lives in Germany, is married, and the father of three children.
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