Dr Charles Stanley

[tryme]

I've heard his name in the past and believe it was good.

But I have just been reading online some very negative things.

I understand sometimes that can be a good thing - the devil attacking us.

So for those that may be familar with his teachings/books, what do you think?

I started checking up on him when I was reading his devotional.

I like to know about the people whose devotionals I read.

Don't give me devotional links - I read many - and have many more links.

Thanks in advance for any insights on Dr Charles Stanley.

 

[BBAS 64]

Good Day, Magnify

I like Charles Stanley, it is true we all have our problems. He is not reformed by any means, but God is not though with him yet.

Peace to u,

Bill

 

[JJB]

I was just listening to him as i opened your thread, magnify. His sermon was along these lines: You cannot become a Christian until the Holy Spirit illuminates you. A person can't come to salvation on their own. Unless the spirit draws them they will not come. The fact that ppl are concerned about not being drawn, reveals that God is already working on them. As people age and remain unregenerated, their hearts continue to harden.

Sounded very reformed. I have not read or heard him very much.

 

[tryme]

I was reading where he was considered Calvinist.

Some of the negative statements were about his book about Eternal Security.

 

[mlqurgw]

Actually he is Arminian. While this is just hearsay I believe I heard that he has gotten into mysticism and his son had split from him because of it. I have listened to him many times and have not heard much form him that was any real good. He preaches a lot of how to stuff. He also says listen a lot. I personally wouldn't reccommend him.

 

[mlqurgw]

If you want an excellent devotional reading I would reccommend Robert Hawker's "Poor Man's Morning and Evening Portions". It is the most Christ centered and Calvinistic one I have ever read including Spurgeon's. If you want I think I can find a website to order it.

 

[tryme]

Don't give me devotional links - I read many - and have many more links.

Thanks anyway

 

[Knight]

I do not know if he is calvinist or not. However, I have also never heard anything to the contrary.

Honestly, I'm more concerned about his son and his teaching. (seeker-centered megachurch) But that's just me...

 

[JimfromOhio]

I have read some of his books and personally, I do not care for his teachings. However, I do think he is a sound preacher but not my preference of teachings.

 

[mlqurgw]

Thanks anyway

Actually that wasn't necessarily intended for you but for those who might be interested.