The Holy Spirit Factor - by Dennis Prince (Paperback)

About the Book

Is the 600 million Pentecostal / Charismatic movement authentic? Bold, factual analysis, a fresh look at theology, and new insights from recent and ancient history.

Book Synopsis

The Pentecostal view is different - but is it right?

Pentecostals loudly claim a unique, miraculous experience of the Holy Spirit - different from salvation - to empower followers of Christ. And with their experience comes the ubiquitous and controversial speaking in tongues.

If this is valid, if they really have discovered unique supernatural power, they ought to be able to prove it with stats and facts from their 120-year history. If they can, this is a big thing, and everyone should get on board. If they cannot, we can ignore this. Simple as that. To resolve the issue we need objective assessments so that we can compare. Blunt comparisons might offend of course, but it really is so important that we must do it. We need to know. So we compare, expecting "God-sized" results - or nothing.

Four bold comparisons are made in this book:

-- Growth rates. How have denominations fared over the centuries?

-- Church health distinctives - from a National Church Life Survey

-- Praise and worship songs - who creates them?

-- Miracle ministry - who does this?

The results? Each raises eyebrows, to say the least, and the book spells them out in detail.

Of course we need theological foundations. A refreshing approach to the New Testament, together with much overlooked Old Testament and pre-Pentecost passages, bring new and persuasive light.

History can't be ignored. Why did the church wait some two thousand years for this? Startling little-known outpourings add highly credible new evidence.

All that and more. Settle your doubts, be inspired, and share this ground-breaking book with other seekers and those treading different paths.

Review Quotes

I opened your book and read what is virtually your opening sentence: "This book uncovers information never published before - if it was even known". I was sceptical when I read those words. But you proved me wrong. Your approach to the theme is indeed unique. I have never read anything like it, and I found it fascinating... Even the chapters which deal with the theological side of the issue sparkle with an unusual approach, and the final chapters, focussed more on history and example, are also strikingly well-written and entertaining. - Dr KD Chant OAM, MRE, PhD

A timely book that peels back history's veil to reveal how the Holy Spirit has been trying to get our attention, and steer us from 'religion' to 'relationship'. Meaty, factual, clear, well-reasoned out, revelatory regarding the hidden history of the Holy Spirit's activity in our world, and inspiring. More than any other factor, it has prompted me to seek harder and pray for more of the daily infilling, manifest presence and guidance of the Holy Spirit. - Sondy Ward

In The Holy Spirit Factor, Dennis Prince offers a refreshing collection of practical observations and anecdotes which argue in favour of a prominent role for the Holy Spirit in shaping faith in any era. This unique overview of an increasingly neglected facet of contemporary ministry impact takes the reader on a confronting journey through history, one which showcases many inspiring stories of Spirit empowerment that remain just as relevant today as ever. With the experience he and his wife, Nolene, have had in shaping the musical profile of contemporary Australian churches over many years of successful ministry, Dennis is well placed to highlight the important contribution that Pentecostal worship and theology have made, and continue to make, to the health of Christian churches across this nation. - Dr. Rob Nyhuis, State Executive Officer and National Chair, Churches of Christ, Victoria, Australia

What a fresh approach to the Holy Spirit! What Dennis does is challenge preconceived mindsets and open us up to experiencing Holy Spirit anew. To me the key to what he writes lies in the title... It's the Holy Spirit 'FACTOR'! 'Factorization' in Mathematics means to 'reduce to simpler elements'. And life amidst its complexities, is reduced to a much more fundamental form when Holy Spirit is 'factored' into our lives! Let this book take you on a renewed journey of discovery of Holy Spirit. It did that for me! - Hans Voortman, State Pastor, SA, WA, NT CRC Churches International, Australia