Baptized in the Spirit: A Global Pentecostal Theology

by Frank D. Macchia

Baptized in the Spirit creatively examines the most recent trends in Pentecostal and charismatic theology, especially with regard to the displacement of Spirit baptism as Pentecostalism’s central distinctive. The author begins by focusing on the significance of the Holy Spirit in reciprocal and mutual work with the Son in fulfilling the will of the Father. He also shows how the pneumatological emphases in Pentecostal and charismatic theology can help to correct the tendency in Western Christianity to subordinate the Spirit to the Word.

304 pages, Paperback

First published December 15, 2009

Reviews

[Steve Bremner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very thorough and deep book, however, that is also it's weakness, as it may be too wordy and heavy for people who I might like to share this work with. Otherwise, I thought Biblically and theologically it was one of the best works of its kind I've ever read.

[Michael Walker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book by one of my Master's Program professors....

[Stefan Green · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book to understand Pneumatology from a Pentecostal perspective. I especially appreciate Macchia's efforts to broaden the Pentecostal view on the Holy Spirit so that it includes the global dimension including the renewal of the whole creation. I would give it five stars, but find the book a bit too wordy.

[Gregory Johnston · Rating 3 out of 5]

While thorough in coverage of the topic, Macchia's writing is dense and very hard to follow. There are far better works on this subject that are much more readable.

[Jérémie Cascales · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent Pentecostal perspective on Spirit Baptism within a non-evangelical focus, but more on ecumenical openness.
Recommend it, but a bit too wordy

[Jhon Alvarado · Rating 4 out of 5]

El autor, usando la metáfora del bautismo con el Espíritu, hace un aporte desde la teología pentecostal. Muy enriquecedor.

[Richard Fitzgerald · Rating 4 out of 5]

Important theology of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit

In this book we have an important contribution to Pentecostal theology. The chapter on the baptism and ecclesiology is, I think, especially well-written and persuasive. I, however, remain unconvinced by the argument against infant baptism. But that hardly distracts from the core argument of the book. We have much to learn from the Pentecostals about the great gift Jesus gives us when he baptizes us with his Holy Spirit.