Though I have not achieve that closeness to Father, after reading this book it ignites me to step up my pursuit, for in due time after I have killed my flesh, Daddy will turn His face towards me and my chase would be .....just beginning. See: Thy God Reigneth (op. [TGC63], And he speaks of the unending wrestling match between the flesh and the spirit which he thinks the reader is likely to be experiencing as a result of reading his book. I was going to give this book two stars and then I decided on just one because, apart from all the theological and, in my opinion, unbiblical issues in the book, it is just written incredibly badly. ), p.8; Cry for Me, Argentina (op. I do not "stink" to God because I am covered in the Blood of the Lamb. Another image would be that of the outer court of the Jerusalem Temple.  The Bible, in Tenney’s teaching, would be seen as simply the outer court, which we have to leave behind in order to enter the Holy of Holies where God really dwells.  However, the Scripture itself is the Holy of Holies in which God lives and is the place where the truly born-again believer constantly renews his encounter with God.  Our need constantly to reexperience the joy of knowing God drives us back again and again to His written Word. Tozer. I believe in revelations from God, but they must be in accord with Scripture. Editors Note2: We believe that this book is so dangerous that a second review is in order. If we can lead people into the manifested presence of God, all false theological houses of cards will tumble down." You can seek for His blessing and play with His toys, or you can say, “No, Daddy, I don’t just want the blessings; I want You. Just like the author, I, too, long for my savior and friend with a desire to be broken by HIM for his glory. This book is a must read for those who want more of the Lord. So, when I finally had the chance, I downloaded a digital copy and prepared to be inspired and encouraged to chase after God for all He's worth. Awesome book. The book, The God Chasers, is a call to those who consider themselves to be hungry for the "manifested presence of God." [TGC64], As God redefines the Church, it is highly likely that the Church that emerges from the cloud of His glory will look very different from what you and I think the Church should look like.  This will happen because God is repossessing the Church and drawing it close to Him.[TGC150]. Click on this books subject categories to see related titles: Christian Books & Bibles Humbling the soul, renewing the mind, prayer, a renewal of obedience, and an emphasis on the knowledge of God! (pg. After reading this book, I just want more of my Papa and less of church. Tenney’s references to the blood of Christ seem strange and contradictory: The root of Tenney’s thinking seems to be some idea that the flesh constitutes a veil, almost physical barrier, which hides the presence or glory of God from our sight.  If only we can tear aside the flesh, it is supposed, we can penetrate the realm of spirit and see into the spirit-world.  He tries to parallel our flesh with the veil which was designed to keep people out of the Holy of Holies in the Jerusalem Temple.Â. Pugh (Word Aflame Press, Hazelwood, MO, 1989), p.57.  Word Aflame Press is a UPC imprint. Copyright © 2013 Tricia Tillin. Tenney’s approach to Scripture seems to reduce it to a mere signpost pointing to God’s presence somewhere distant, it being our job to follow the clues as in a treasure-hunt.  In reality the Bible is itself actually a conduit or conductor of the presence and power of God. (op. (click here to read the original Paw Creek Ministries review) Tommy Tenney is a "Jesus Only" minister that the Charisma magazine recently promoted in a big fashion. Thy God Reigneth (op. I chose to rate this book a 5star because I am seeking to be closer to God. November 1st 1998 Then again better theology is probably more apt. If you wish to change this choice and use our site, you may go back and choose YES instead. A refreshing book for anyone who is chasing after God with all their heart, mind and soul. Tenney's writing is sure to birth a new generation of God chasers, anxious to be caught by God Himself. ), pp.51-65. In Charisma’s review of Tenney, they ask him about his "Jesus Only" connections. [TGC98]. Tenney is most effective when challenging the believer to question the depth of his hunger for the presence of God. When they said author of God Chasers I knew I had to read this book that I heard so much about. Ché Ahn, Senior Pastor, Harvest Rock Church, Pasadena, California; Frank Damazio, Pastor of City Bible Church, Portland, Oregon.  He is linked with Bible Temple, Portland, where Dick Iverson is based;Â. Claudio Freidzon, Pastor, King of Kings Church, Buenos Aires, Argentina, whose church was a major centre for ‘Toronto’ phenomena in Argentina; Bishop Joseph L. Garlington, Sr, pastor of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh (CCOP), Pennsylvania, in addition to being worship leader and recording artist, who has visited John Arnott’s Toronto Airport Christian Fellowship (TACF) and been ‘Toronto’d’ there. The God Chasers discourages the stringent discernment of experiences according to Biblical criteria. The God Chasers promotes a unity of people on the basis of experiences divorced from Scripture rather than on the basis of a shared Biblical faith and the new birth by the Holy Spirit which issues from obedience to the Gospel. Truth is where God has been. As God tugged on my heart, letting me know to take out the marked up book again and renew my chase. It is impossible to judge any man’s motives or sincerity, but consider this, Tozer also wrote a book about hunger for God, which Tenney cites, but can you imagine Tozer closing his book the way Tenney closes his? However, it can never be assumed that a book of this kind will not be read by unbelievers.  Genuine believers may become enthused and think of this as a means of bringing people to Christ.  Furthermore, who is to say what proportion of people in the professing church in the USA are actually born again?Â, The standards of conversion are so low, both in Fundamentalist and Pentecostal circles, that many of their adherents may in fact be only nominal ‘Christians’. At the conclusion of each chapter is a "CATCH Phrase." The Chaser Summary. "The God Chasers is not for the fainthearted but for those who, in pursuit of God, are willing to die in the process." He did not mean that is what the Word IS, but rather THAT'S WHAT WE'VE MADE IT! All views expressed are my honest opinion. The God Chasers turns the Bible into a mere signpost to God’s glory rather than a living conduit of God’s glory.  Believers are, therefore, encouraged to seek spiritual experiences outside of the Scripture instead of in and through the Scripture.Â. Why didn’t James just put a loaf of bread on the altar while he had meetings so that it could soak in the anointing? Again, you CAN'T judge a book by reading one chapter, there's no wisdom on that, but this book and any other book that references the Bible MUST be evaluated in the light of the written Word of God and determine is the whole book is out of order with God's will or if there is some meat that is edible. I think this book is fabulous and has answered so many questions I had had in the past concerning God. 29.  Ibid., pp.59-60. God’s glory only comes when repentance and brokenness drive you to your knees, because His presence requires purity. One day our flesh, in the sense of remaining sin, will be removed from us altogether, and, after the resurrection, we who are true believers will exist in bodies of redeemed, spiritualized flesh (in the sense of dependent human nature) able to stand in the presence of God. “Ironically, it was the father's blessing that actually "financed" the prodigal son's trip away from the Father's face! I found this book so exciting that I could not put it down. Another account of this incident is as follows: The podium was split into two pieces that were flung toward the congregation in different directions, landing 6 or 7 feet apart. I like this book because the. One can be involved in church activities, but sadly omit true worship. It is essential to remember that it is our sin which has to die, not our selves.Â. All rights reserved. The churches are full, but of what are they full? The book was written to usher in God’s presence in your life and your church family. THIS BOOK THIS BOOK...If you want to get closer to the God you read about in the Bible this boook is a must read. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Secret Power Sources (Destiny Image, Shippensburg, PA, 20/7/2000).  Perhaps significantly this book is commended by Gerald Coates. Each time I do, it reignites the desire in me to keep going after God. But His premise is that the only thing that hinders God from "repossessing His church" is the lack of hunger for His "manifested presence." I request that you please stop quoting Tozer as if you share any commonality in thought or theology. Anything that reminds us of that power is worth noticing. 5. With Tenney's emphasis on repentance and brokeness, again it was obvious to me that any goosebumps, tears etc. Reading this book has challenge me to honestly look at my hunger level. Some think not. I’m tired of me the way I am, because if I can change, then the cities can change too.”, See all 4 questions about The God Chasers…, Escape the Present with These 24 Historical Romances. Instead of presenting this in his book, Tenney talks about a process of transformation which confuses justification with sanctification, exactly as is done in the teachings of Dr R. Edward Miller referred to earlier.  This is also a problem with Roman Catholic teaching. Wow. It's not (just) about feeling or emotions, or even tears Tommy, it's about the stuff Tozer speaks of, a changed man, a lifestyle that hungers and thirst's for the face, for the glory of His face. The God Chasers, perhaps unintentionally, replaces the believer’s intimacy with God by a self-centred pursuit of spiritual experiences, encouraging believers to abandon their commitment to their local church. This is a flawed but popular analysis. The God Chasers seeks to reach those who hunger for God's manifest presence and whose endurance to boldly pursue Him will lead to heartfelt revival in America's … The God Chasers is an interesting and profound book that will take you to a higher place in God if you let it.

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