With this book, Lora Timenia provides the Pentecostal/Charismatic

movement with critically-needed tools and wise counsel for

evaluating unusual spiritual experiences and phenomena. Her

sympathetic yet critical analysis of four influential proponents of the

Toronto Blessing revivalism in the Philippines is marked by careful

research, informed analysis, and a pastoral heart. Timenia's detailed

research and insightful evaluation is communicated in clear language

and marked by an irenic spirit. Her ability to instruct and her desire to

edify shines through on virtually every page. The result is a book that

not only offers valuable counsel for the burgeoning charismatic

churches of the Philippines, but one that also provides much-needed

pastoral perspective for the global Pentecostal movement.

Timenia's analysis takes full account of the unique cultural and

spiritual dynamics that shape the Filipino context. Yet her ability to

approach this study from an informed biblical perspective also makes it

valuable reading for students, pastors, and church leaders around the

world. Additionally, although questions about unusual spiritual

phenomena associated with revival meetings are not limited to our

contemporary age, the recent emergence of a host of charismatic

churches connected to or influenced by the 'Toronto Blessing' revival

makes the publication of this book especially timely. Indeed, every

generation that has experienced the fresh winds of the Spirit has also

needed wise pastoral guidance in order to navigate the resulting storms.

Timenia's book provides this kind of guidance for our present

generation.