» 7 Prayers for Pentecosalism

Grant McClung is a leading Pentecostal missiologist. You’d think he’d have some predictions about the future of the movement for the 100th anniversary of Azusa Street. No way. He’s got something better—seven prayers:

Instead of predictions, I’ll offer prayers. Rather than making projections, I’ll make pleas. Here is how I am praying for my Pentecostal and charismatic family, and for my sisters and brothers in the international body of Christ.

1. That we may keep Christ and his commission at the center.
2. That we maintain the dual dynamics of Word (exegesis) and Spirit (experience) as necessary equipping for mission.
3. That we lift up holiness of character and turn from the carnal display of human charisma.
4. That we get the life-giving, socially transforming gospel of Jesus Christ out of our sanctuaries and into the streets.
5. That we humble ourselves and acknowledge all partners in the harvest.
6. That the Azusa Street centennial will not only be a cause for celebration, but also a time for solemn reflection.
7. That we will be more excited about the glory of God than about our own accomplishments and growth.

Grant McClung, Pentecostals: The Sequel

Read his whole article. Then join him in prayer.