I recently picked up James Beverley's book titled "Holy Laughter & The Toronto Blessing an Investigative Report" for 1$ in a bargain bin at a bookstore. It was published in 1995 a little over a year after the outpouring in Toronto became a worldwide attraction. I have read much of it the past few days.
As with much that is written, some of the major points of conflict that the book addresses now feel rather small in the light of years passed. "Holy laughter" is not the distinguishable characteristic that the move in Toronto is known for. The possible excesses that drew much attention from Christian leaders and media in the late 90's are not much more than footnotes in the church's history. I believe the Toronto Blessing will be recognized historically for it's global impact as many Christian leaders felt resuscitated and empowered by God in their time in Toronto.
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When is this blog going to leave Toronto?
ReplyDeleteI feel like we have been stranded in Toronto since April 18 . . . :)