Industrialized SalvationRobert Wurtz IIAnd when Simon saw that through the laying on of the apostles’ hands the Holy Spirit was given, he offered them money, saying, “Give me this power also, that anyone on whom I lay hands may receive the Holy Spirit.” But Peter said to him, “Your money perish with you, because you thought... Continue Reading →
The "Ancient" Inquiry Room (Enquiry Room and Praying Through)
The "Ancient" Inquiry RoomRobert Wurtz IIThe inquiry room is an example of a once novel measure that has come and gone from mainstream Christian practice. It began prior to the ministry of Charles Finney (1800s) and continued on until early in Billy Sunday’s ministry (early 1900s). This was a room or church sanctuary set apart... Continue Reading →
Three Years Of Tears (Weeping Prophets)
Three Years Of Tears (Weeping Prophets)Robert Wurtz IITherefore watch, and remember that for three years I did not cease to warn everyone night and day with tears. (Acts 20:31)Paul has brought the elders from the church at Ephesus together for one final exhortation before he leaves for Jerusalem. He knows that he will never see... Continue Reading →
How Shall They Hear?
How Shall They Hear?Robert Wurtz IIFor "WHOEVER CALLS ON THE NAME OF THE LORD SHALL BE SAVED." How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they... Continue Reading →
The Power of Paul’s Preaching
The Power of Paul's PreachingRobert Wurtz IIMoreover you see and hear, that not only at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are no gods, which are made with hands: So that not only this our craft is in danger of ruin; but also... Continue Reading →