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The Azusa Street Revival, led by William J. Seymour, played a pivotal role in the growth of the Pentecostal movement in the 20th century. Seymour transformed a small former horse stable in Los Angeles into an international center of revival, where the baptism of the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues were central to the meetings.
At the Azusa Mission, people from diverse backgrounds, including blacks, whites, Hispanics, and Europeans, came together to worship, breaking down previously insurmountable cultural barriers. Seymour emphasized that "there is no Jew or Gentile, bond or free" in the mission, and that no individual was rejected based on color, dress, or education level, as God could use any instrument.
The Great Azusa Street Revival, compiled by Roberts Liardon, author of the bestselling God's Generals series, features historic accounts, eyewitness testimonies to the power of God, and photographs that capture the multicultural and global appeal of Seymour and his ministry. Included in the book are many of Seymour's stirring sermons and writings, which remain relevant to believers today.
Although the revival was short-lived, its impact on the Pentecostal movement was profound. Today, many denominations trace their founding to the participants of the Azusa Street church, and countless others are linked to this historic revival. Seymour's role as the "catalyst" of the Pentecostal movement in the 20th century cannot be overstated, as his work at the Azusa Mission sparked a global religious awakening.
The book provides a comprehensive look at this pivotal moment in Christian history, highlighting the significance of the Azusa Street Revival and its enduring influence on the Pentecostal tradition. Through the accounts and testimonies presented, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the power and unity that characterized this remarkable period of spiritual awakening.
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publisher | Whitaker House; Reissue edition (December 15, 2020) | ||||
language | English | ||||
paperback | 192 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 1641235225 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-1641235228 | ||||
item_weight | 8 ounces | ||||
dimensions | 6 x 0.5 x 8.75 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #68,879 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #80 in Christian Historical Theology (Books) #261 in Pentecostal & Charismatic Christianity #335 in Christian Church History (Books) | ||||
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