For some time, I have not been part of the "Pentecostal" movement due to finding so many ministers and people relying on an emotional driven service. I believe there is room for emotional experiences but am struggling with the movement as a whole.
THE OLD TESTAMENT BACKGROUND OF TONGUES
Tongues were given:
1. To warn unbelieving Jews to repent because of judgment to come.
2. To confirm the New Testament Word as from God by signs. Mark 16:17-20.
3. To confirm the Apostles as God's true messengers.
I. TO WARN UNBELIEVING...
27 REASONS WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD NEITHER SEEK NOR DESIRE TONGUES.
The Charismatic Movement contends that:
i) The New Testament gift of tongues should be sought and spoken by ALL Christians today. They seek to revive all gifts, but none are given so great importance as tongues.
ii)...