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Like a Mighty Wind
Translated into dozens of languages, with millions of copies sold, Like a Mighty Wind remains a beloved classic from global evangelist Mel Tari. Recounting the incredible story of revival on the island of Timor during 1965 in the midst of political turmoil, the book is an amazing testament to the power of faith and the reality of God's power to work miracles in modern times. The Spirit of God that swept across the island "like a mighty wind" continues today throughout Indonesia although persecution of Christians is all too common. The story of God's powerful revival in this region remains a testament to the truth of God's Word, and serves as a reminder to all believers that the Spirit of God manifests in our world now as it did in the earliest days of the Church.
176 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1971
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July 15, 2012
This is a first hand account of revival in Indonesia from the perspective of an Indonesian missionary. It is filled with miracle stories which deepened my hunger for God. I noticed others commented on the literary style which was not relevant to me. When I want fine literature I turn to a classic or novel; this serves its purpose and is entirely readable.
December 14, 2017
This book was an amazing account of God's work in Indonesia during a revival time. However, I so strongly disagree with some of his theology that I finished the book saddened. Tari claims that Christians only get physically sick because of their lack of faith (God heals all who have faith) and that tongues is necessary to fully experience closeness with God. This book was grounded in experience, not scripture, and though I am thankful to know what God did among his people during that time, I am overall disappointed.
May 11, 2013
This is one of my all time favorite books. I have read it multiple times, which is not something I normally do. I love the simplistic, child like faith of the people and I love that even when you think that you don't have God in a box, that He shows you how truly small your box really is! This is truly a wonderful book, worth 5 stars!
May 7, 2012
A revival began in East Temor in the 1960's that changed the lives of so many is the subject of this amazing account. Mel Tari was a participant in this revival and experienced first hand the mighty power of God raisng the dead and healing the sick. Awe inspiring reading!
January 1, 2013
As another reviewer points out, the strength of the book is that it continually points to the Bible as God's Word and its simplicity.
That's where the strengths end. I did not like that the author very clearly states that intellectual thought is opposed to the Christian life. I also didn't like some stories the author told where he used his emotional reading of some biblical principals to override specific biblical commands. At one point the author is praying with friends to turn water into wine, after praying he tastes what now looks like wine but it tastes like water. The author chooses to tell his friends it tastes like the most delicious wine "in faith."
I lived in Indonesia for a year, I have a great respect for my Indonesian brothers and sisters in Christ and I beg god regularly to move in America the same way he moves among them. Their faith is very great. But I think maybe God brought Mel to America not just to challenge our commitment to God's word and the simplicity of scripture but to challenge his assumption that intellectualism is always opposed to true faith. I wouldn't recommend this book.
That's where the strengths end. I did not like that the author very clearly states that intellectual thought is opposed to the Christian life. I also didn't like some stories the author told where he used his emotional reading of some biblical principals to override specific biblical commands. At one point the author is praying with friends to turn water into wine, after praying he tastes what now looks like wine but it tastes like water. The author chooses to tell his friends it tastes like the most delicious wine "in faith."
I lived in Indonesia for a year, I have a great respect for my Indonesian brothers and sisters in Christ and I beg god regularly to move in America the same way he moves among them. Their faith is very great. But I think maybe God brought Mel to America not just to challenge our commitment to God's word and the simplicity of scripture but to challenge his assumption that intellectualism is always opposed to true faith. I wouldn't recommend this book.
June 23, 2013
A must read for every believer! Mel Tari takes you through his journey of growing in faith and seeing God save lives and do the miraculous in Indonesia and America. Tari has a wonderful, simple faith in the promises of the Bible. THIS is the kind of Christian walk God wants for each of us. A highly recommended read!
March 24, 2013
Ni plus ni moins que Le livre des Actes dans les années 60-70!
March 28, 2024
10/10 very neat revival in Indonesia displaying the power of God 🤌🏻🤌🏻
November 27, 2018
Awesome and life changing
If you want faith stirred up and your passion for sharing the gospel ignited, I highly recommend this book. Jesus is Lord indeed.
If you want faith stirred up and your passion for sharing the gospel ignited, I highly recommend this book. Jesus is Lord indeed.
March 10, 2018
Awesome
Everybody needs to read this eye opening book. I have been challenged in my thinking with every chapter. I encourage this book to be shared with anyone seeking more from the Father.
Everybody needs to read this eye opening book. I have been challenged in my thinking with every chapter. I encourage this book to be shared with anyone seeking more from the Father.
June 17, 2010
A well written (and easy to read) conversational-style book. Many good points are included in it. I don't doubt that these events took place as they are also mentioned in the accounts of skeptics.
Since the events took place in the mid to late 60's another story needs to be written and another question asked:
1. Which people, denomination or religious organization then suceeded in killing this supernatural activity?
2. How is it that Mel Tari is now invited to go around to do circut talks of these events -- events which happened 40 long years ago?
That is the story that now needs to be written.
Andre
Since the events took place in the mid to late 60's another story needs to be written and another question asked:
1. Which people, denomination or religious organization then suceeded in killing this supernatural activity?
2. How is it that Mel Tari is now invited to go around to do circut talks of these events -- events which happened 40 long years ago?
That is the story that now needs to be written.
Andre
September 25, 2018
Mel Tari is from the Indonesian island of Timor. He gave his heart to the Lord during the 1965 revival. He traveled in that area as part of a team ministering and seeing the Lord perform a number of signs and wonders as Mel learned to hear the voice of the Lord and respond in obedience. He later traveled to the States with a message to return to the simplicity of the Word. This recounts his experiences and concludes with a section on how to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
The testimonies at the beginning are fascinating and exciting to read. The tone of the book changes towards the end with more of a teaching.
The testimonies at the beginning are fascinating and exciting to read. The tone of the book changes towards the end with more of a teaching.
October 7, 2017
Powerful book of pure simple faith and the response of God. The author knows true intimacy with God and shares numerous eyewitness accounts of miracle working power through God. Revival came to Indonesia and the people experienced God in ways I have never seen. How precious and beautiful is our Lord! I consumed this book, but there are truths revealed in Mel's writing that I will revisit again and again. Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring others to seek all God has for those who believe.
April 22, 2018
This is a great firsthand account of many miracles that took place in the revival in Indonesia in the 60’s! There are many raw and honest chapters on being transformed by the Holy Spirit and what it means to really follow Jesus that will build your faith and challenge you! The author was sent as a missionary to the USA to share the Gospel. I loved this read and being reminded of God’s greatness + love + might moving across the earth in every generation!!
September 11, 2017
Enlightening
This book has given me a new appreciation of my walk with Christ. His love and gift of Salvation and how He truly wants us to walk and live is so simple, yet we often make it so complex. I thank the author for his obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit to lay himself bare so others can grow.
This book has given me a new appreciation of my walk with Christ. His love and gift of Salvation and how He truly wants us to walk and live is so simple, yet we often make it so complex. I thank the author for his obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit to lay himself bare so others can grow.
December 31, 2007
Most missionary books are written from the perspective of an American or European going out to share Jesus, but this book is about an Indonesian ministering in his own country and then coming to America.
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The cultural difference is clear; the truth of his message is timely and inspired showing 1st century church living showing evidence of Miracles of Signs and Wonders
The cultural difference is clear; the truth of his message is timely and inspired showing 1st century church living showing evidence of Miracles of Signs and Wonders
February 26, 2018
Blessing Hope
I have had this hope before of the coming down of the Holy Spirit. I know I have the Holy Spirit because I can experience the Holy Spirit when worshiping under My Father Apostle Johnson Suleman. This book will be read over and over because it is prayerful.
I have had this hope before of the coming down of the Holy Spirit. I know I have the Holy Spirit because I can experience the Holy Spirit when worshiping under My Father Apostle Johnson Suleman. This book will be read over and over because it is prayerful.
August 18, 2008
This is one of those books that you read wondering why "I" don't encounter God in this way. A real faith bulider.
January 29, 2011
This is one of my favorite books- not for the writing, but for the testimonies of God it relays.
May 1, 2018
I read this book when I was a Jesus freak... Too bad
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June 21, 2012Amazing book! Speaks about the Indonesian Revival in the 1960s, which was accompanied with signs, wonders, and miracles!
January 4, 2013
Another read while in Africa. It was a pleasure reading about this man...except for all the typos. Oh, the typos! It made it difficult for me to get through it.
December 21, 2015
Have any other than Jesus and Peter ever walked on water? This book says, "Yes," and the story of how it happens is only a part of why I give this historical account of revival five stars.
December 21, 2013
Inspiring and life changing!
July 16, 2014
Fraud
Fraud
There are outlandish claims in this book. This man also has been sued and convicted of fraud. So sad someone will lie and use name of God to steal.
Fraud
There are outlandish claims in this book. This man also has been sued and convicted of fraud. So sad someone will lie and use name of God to steal.
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December 2, 2016I read this so many years ago (@1976 maybe) that I can barely remember it...
October 23, 2017
Enriquecedor.
Quien anhela entregarse y servir a Dios, puede inspirarse con enriquecedoras testimonios del autor. Y clamar por su Espíritu Santo.
Quien anhela entregarse y servir a Dios, puede inspirarse con enriquecedoras testimonios del autor. Y clamar por su Espíritu Santo.
August 25, 2018
Just love Papa Mel’s story, heart, and faith!
September 17, 2024
"Miraculous and full of faith. Lots of questions answered reading this book. A must-read!"
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