There is great discussion amongst Christian circles as to what it means to be filled with the Spirit and what that filling involves. This is a doctrine of great significance due to the fact that it affects the daily life of the believer. Understanding of this doctrine is of upmost importance for every believer to…
Here we go again, another sticky issue. Over the years there has been many ‘worship wars.’ The debate on musical styles in the church has caused tremendous problems and has even caused some churches to divide. Before we get into what is appropriate in church and what is not, there are few myths that need…
In continuing to deal with the doctrine of the Holy Spirit known as Pneumatology, Chafer addresses the following subjects: the believer’s responsibility, the power to do good, conditions prerequisite to filling, and the filling and grieving of the Spirit. Concerning the believer’s responsibility, Chafer stressed the importance of understanding that the believer’s responsibility is to…
This is another issue that has plagued the church over the years. There are those who take a very strong stand against women serving in the church and there are others who feel that women should be elevated perhaps even above men. Just like any issue, the real question is, ‘what does the Bible say?’…
Evangelical, Fundamental, Conservative, Liberal, Ecumenical; these and many more labels are becoming more and more prevalent amongst ‘Christian’ circles today. As a pastor, I have seen a lot of pressure amongst pastors to choose a side or to identify themselves. For several years, this is something that I have tried to stay away from. Frankly,…
There are three areas of discussion in these chapters namely: regeneration and the Holy Spirit, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. All three of these subjects are of vital importance in Christian doctrine. There have been many false teachings surrounding these Biblical truths. The serious Bible student will…
This morning I am sitting at my desk with the windows open as I meditate on the peace that I have in Jesus. As the wind blows lightly and the sounds of birds singing and fog horns are heard in the distance, I am reminded of the fact the God is in control. As a…
The study of the Holy Spirit is termed Pneumatology. In Chafer’s work on Pneumatology we find ample consideration for the name of the Holy Spirit, the Deity of the Holy Spirit, types and symbols of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit and prophecy, the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, distinctive character of the present…
In these chapters of Lewis Chafer’s great theological work we find the following subjects: The second advent of Christ incarnate, The Messianic kingdom of Christ incarnate, and The eternal kingdom of Christ incarnate. The reading of these chapters proves to be some of the most enjoyable theological material that one can read. It brings great…
In these chapters of theological study we find the subjects pertaining to the resurrection of Christ incarnate and the ascension and session of Christ incarnate. Chafer begins by pointing out the simple importance of the resurrection of Christ. It is stated that if there were no resurrection there would be no savior and all that…
