I'm glad to have a better understanding of this. I have been encouraged to do this, but the Holy Spirit has never grabbed my tongue, and I ain't trying to say banana backward to please people. My Lord knows what He's doing.
I agree with Piper; I don't speak in Tongues either, But I understand that Tongues are Biblical and we are to be open to the possibility of these Spiritual Gifts.
As someone coming from the Pentecostal tradition: what a beautiful summation he offers. Pentecostals have truly take it beyond what is biblical. I'm sorry to say that I've been denied credentials because I do not speak in tongues.
Here is your answer: 1st corinthians 14:2 "for anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to people but to God. Indeed, no one understands them; they utter mysteries by the Spirit."
Speaking in tongues came late for me in my walk in Christ. Happened outta nowhere one day. Been such a wonderful experience every time. I try to stop it and it keeps happening so I knew it wasnt me. Then I speak what was spoken in thr unknown tongue. Glory to God! I pray that I will fan the flame of this gift and continue to use it for his honor and his glory.
My son was a Pentecostal preacher and it was a cult. The preacher that wasn't a preacher, ran around the church. I would see my grandchildren were brainwashed. It was like I didn't exist because I couldn't accept it. I have been revealed by the Lord in Acts 2:1-12. Read it and He will show you. ❤Amen
very biblically sound interview. I am pleasantly surprised to hear someone who does not have the gift still accept it and understand it biblically and not shame anyone who believes in it. Very mature believer right here.
Didn't it simply meant being able to speak in a different language?( because when those men (in the bible) spoke in tongues other ppl who where there (from other countries) could suddenly understand them. Or did i read it wrong?
This make good biblical sense. All the nay sayers could learn from this as well as those who are ignorant of the uses. The Bible doesn't say you have to speak in tongues. It says repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. In the book of Acts, they did speak in tongues in multiple cases. Paul also said, "...forbid not to speak with tongues ".
"Don't fret too much if it's not a prominent experience." This word from Pastor John comforts me. I've been a Christian for a long time and never experienced speaking in tongues. I tried but to no avail.
Speaking in tongues changed my life, it has edified me during the most TRAUMATIC times of my life and God has HEALED ME! Ive never needed pharma drugs or professional counselling. I praise God for a father who was a scientist, philosopher and pastor. He taught and educated me how to think, understand the Word, and use reason to get my own way out of my pains and make better decision, but the gift of tongues has shifted my human spirit to one of POWER when the devil, the evil have tried to oppress me. Ive prayed in faith and spoken in tongues and felt the power of Gods Spirit LIFT my faith above the lies of the enemy. The utterance was of the Spirit and I had no idea what I was saying. It was not for interpretation, I use it in my personal prayer life. Aka ALL THE TIME. Throughout the day I am praying. I soeak in tongues in the car. Walking in the store, praising around the house, in the shower, when im in intercessory prayer I do get “estatic” and theres NOTHING wrong with that! Praise God with your body yeild it as an instrument of praise and yeild your praise as a SACRIFICE of praise. Tongues can make one feel estatic. But you Cant help feel that way when feel that energy of God!
I, too, asked for this gift several times. God will give you what is profitable to your spiritual well-being. For me, and the way certain things bring out pride and arrogance, He has not. He does bring out tears when the Holy Spirit is present. He has also brought out laughter and short bursts of giggles when joy overcomes me. I long for the experience but as His child, He knows what I can handle and what I can’t. If I were to gain this gift it would be a sign to me in my development of humility and patience as He perceives those things in me. So I wait and don’t ask anymore. But I do desire that gift as many others do. What is sad is to walk into a church where you are looked down upon and told you are lacking in growth and obedience because you do lack this one gift. I experienced that before and decided that that location was not beneficial to my own growth.
Speaking in tongues is the holy spirit speaking through you to god to express what is in your spirit to tell god that you cant put into words . it also is a way for god to give you a message that is for you and you alone.
I love John Piper. Ever since the first time I actually watched/listened to any of his teaching videos, I have felt such an affection for his affection for Christ.
I'm glad to have a better understanding of this. I have been encouraged to do this, but the Holy Spirit has never grabbed my tongue, and I ain't trying to say banana backward to please people. My Lord knows what He's doing.
I agree with Piper; I don't speak in Tongues either, But I understand that Tongues are Biblical and we are to be open to the possibility of these Spiritual Gifts.
As someone coming from the Pentecostal tradition: what a beautiful summation he offers. Pentecostals have truly take it beyond what is biblical. I'm sorry to say that I've been denied credentials because I do not speak in tongues.
Here is your answer: 1st corinthians 14:2 "for anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to people but to God. Indeed, no one understands them; they utter mysteries by the Spirit."
Speaking in tongues came late for me in my walk in Christ. Happened outta nowhere one day. Been such a wonderful experience every time. I try to stop it and it keeps happening so I knew it wasnt me. Then I speak what was spoken in thr unknown tongue. Glory to God! I pray that I will fan the flame of this gift and continue to use it for his honor and his glory.
My son was a Pentecostal preacher and it was a cult. The preacher that wasn't a preacher, ran around the church. I would see my grandchildren were brainwashed. It was like I didn't exist because I couldn't accept it. I have been revealed by the Lord in Acts 2:1-12. Read it and He will show you. ❤Amen
very biblically sound interview. I am pleasantly surprised to hear someone who does not have the gift still accept it and understand it biblically and not shame anyone who believes in it. Very mature believer right here.
Didn't it simply meant being able to speak in a different language?( because when those men (in the bible) spoke in tongues other ppl who where there (from other countries) could suddenly understand them. Or did i read it wrong?
I really appreciate John Piper's candor about his own experience with this.
This make good biblical sense. All the nay sayers could learn from this as well as those who are ignorant of the uses. The Bible doesn't say you have to speak in tongues. It says repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. In the book of Acts, they did speak in tongues in multiple cases. Paul also said, "...forbid not to speak with tongues ".
This man shows abnormal levels of deep humility by speaking truth ❤ God bless Bro. John Piper.
"Don't fret too much if it's not a prominent experience." This word from Pastor John comforts me. I've been a Christian for a long time and never experienced speaking in tongues. I tried but to no avail.
I love his authenticity, and his passion for God’s heart.
Best thing I've heard in a long time. I pray that God continue to gift John Piper long life.
Speaking in tongues changed my life, it has edified me during the most TRAUMATIC times of my life and God has HEALED ME! Ive never needed pharma drugs or professional counselling. I praise God for a father who was a scientist, philosopher and pastor. He taught and educated me how to think, understand the Word, and use reason to get my own way out of my pains and make better decision, but the gift of tongues has shifted my human spirit to one of POWER when the devil, the evil have tried to oppress me. Ive prayed in faith and spoken in tongues and felt the power of Gods Spirit LIFT my faith above the lies of the enemy. The utterance was of the Spirit and I had no idea what I was saying. It was not for interpretation, I use it in my personal prayer life. Aka ALL THE TIME. Throughout the day I am praying. I soeak in tongues in the car. Walking in the store, praising around the house, in the shower, when im in intercessory prayer I do get “estatic” and theres NOTHING wrong with that! Praise God with your body yeild it as an instrument of praise and yeild your praise as a SACRIFICE of praise. Tongues can make one feel estatic. But you Cant help feel that way when feel that energy of God!
I, too, asked for this gift several times. God will give you what is profitable to your spiritual well-being. For me, and the way certain things bring out pride and arrogance, He has not. He does bring out tears when the Holy Spirit is present. He has also brought out laughter and short bursts of giggles when joy overcomes me. I long for the experience but as His child, He knows what I can handle and what I can’t. If I were to gain this gift it would be a sign to me in my development of humility and patience as He perceives those things in me. So I wait and don’t ask anymore. But I do desire that gift as many others do. What is sad is to walk into a church where you are looked down upon and told you are lacking in growth and obedience because you do lack this one gift. I experienced that before and decided that that location was not beneficial to my own growth.
God we thank you for this man, Ps John Piper. Praise and glory be to you Lord 😭🙏🏾🙌🏽
Speaking in tongues is the holy spirit speaking through you to god to express what is in your spirit to tell god that you cant put into words . it also is a way for god to give you a message that is for you and you alone.
I love John Piper. Ever since the first time I actually watched/listened to any of his teaching videos, I have felt such an affection for his affection for Christ.
God bless Pastor Piper for clearly understanding the scriptures. It honestly is so clearly there. Praise the Lord!