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b. pinto — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:51:34 GMT

The harshest critics won't come from non-believers but from the traditional church. They will comment vigorously on things they have not witnessed. I actually watched a couple of serives on the net and theses people were not freaked out.

But it is always going to be culture and strangeness that will drive the criticism. The whole of christianity was birthed at Pentecost.

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David Miller Corona, Ca. — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:02:07 GMT

Regarding Mr. Geivett's comments about not " fitting neatly into any branch of Christianity " he's right because God does not fit neatly. The Church over the centuries has tried to position God. God is all powerful and loves everyone of us. Stand back and let Him be God. What's happening in Lakeland and the world with this outpouring is real and mighty. David

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Andrew, Cincinnati, OH — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:04:10 GMT

This is the kind of belief that let that poor 12 year old girl die from a treatable ailment while her parents prayed for her. Shame on MSNBC for even entertaining the idea that this junk is somehow new and possible real. The article even says he has cured diabetes and cancer. When those individuals "cured" die because they discontinued treatment, Bentley should be put in prison.

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Guy James, Suffolk, UK — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:07:32 GMT

I've been watching on God Channel for about 2 weeks. Being a Brit, it all seemed a bit OTT for me!! However, I have no doubt now that God is doing something amazing through Todd. I'd like to be there but committments & costs are aginst me. God Bless

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Kelly T, Cape May Court House, NJ — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:08:01 GMT

I think you need to do more follow up. This report seemed to be based mostly on opinion rather than fact. I understand your scepticism but fail to see where you really went after the truth by seeking out those that were touched by God and have a story of their own to tell. I'll be checking back to your web site for more extensive reporting.

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bongernet — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:11:25 GMT

These mind control cults have spread their lies and deceit around this globe for far too long. It is time humankind moves beyond the need for all of this silly (and dangerous), superstitious mumbo jumbo. These people are sick and in need of help. They are in the clutches of a mind control cult.

Jesus is nothing more than a character in a fairy tale.

Remember, "god" is nothing more than a nonsense word created by man to explain away all of the things we can't yet understand.

Religion is a disease of the mind, born of fear, which has done nothing but bring untold misery down upon the human race.

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M. Lange, Atlanta — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:11:28 GMT

Please.. give me a break!

It's no wonder the world is so messed up. Maybe he should put his own hand on his forehead and heal his brain. Or, better yet, why doesn't he try his "powers" on someone with Cerebral Palsy or an amputated limb?

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Jami Branham, Casa Grande, AZ — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:26:11 GMT

A well done article. I received healing by watching
God.TV after 3 weeks. One must experience God's Love
before judging how God works.

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Bernard Newcomer, Escondido, CA — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:26:35 GMT

My compliments to the reporter and MSNBC on the way they conveyed this report. I would have to reluctantly agree with the minister, if modern medicine has not provided a cure, maybe Christ can. There’s nothing to loose only the possibility of gain.

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Fred Standrich, Charleston SC — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:27:23 GMT

I have a brother-in-law who has cancer and has gone
though two rounds of CHEMO. I have sent the article
to him/.

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Larry Byerly, Okinawa Japan — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:29:59 GMT

When he can have an amputee grow a new limb I will believe he can perform miracles.

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Lisa Jewell, Coweta, OK — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:33:21 GMT

"I don’t think it fits neatly into any branch of Christianity," said Geivett. "Mr. Bentley’s worldview appears to be a mixture of New Age notions, an obsession with the paranormal, and an untutored grasp of Christian theology."
Geivett needs to read his Bible. It specifically says that we will do the works of Jesus and "greater". Healing most certainly falls under that umbrella.

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Mrs Almas Wade — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:34:43 GMT

Thank you for your fair reporting on this event. The article is accurately reported without too much cynicism. As a serious follower of Jesus who has healed me more times then I can remember I intend to attend the meetings at some point in June just to spend time in the presence of God.

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sarah vance — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:36:51 GMT

Read Johanna Michelson's book "The Beautiful Side of Evil".
Sarah V.

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Dale Perry Oakhurst, Ca. — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:37:07 GMT

I laugh at the way God seems to be using a tatooed "weirdo" to bring healing to so many. Too long we have had "nice" looking preachers, but with not much happening in the miracle department (only with a few exceptions). I would rather have healing over hairdo's, hope rather than hype. If the critics can show me their empty wheelchairs, x-rays and doctor's reports of verified healings, then I will listen to what they have to say. Until then, give me that Harley riding, tatooed t-shirt and shorts wearing Canadian weirdo.

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glenda joy clark, Goodlettsville, TN — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:38:10 GMT

As a wise and learned theologian, it might behoove Mr. R. Douglas Geivett to take a little trip to Lakeland to gather more data for himself firsthand.

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TR — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:41:19 GMT

I can't believe in this day and age that people are still falling for BS like this and being fleeced.

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Karen Holt — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:42:17 GMT

Been there! It's real!!! People who are predisposed to reject it, will... Others who are desperate will press in and receive.

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janet richards, little hocking, ohio — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:42:41 GMT

thank-you for covering the revival in lakeland and giving a fair review. some things can only be experienced and are not to be understood with intellect. I am so thankful that Todd is not too proud to say he does not know the whys...he just knows the WHO.... thank-you for the coverage!!!

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lavala new orleans, la — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:44:00 GMT

Well, if he follows a "christian life" even though he is not perfect, God who is perfect, says that Jesus can heal others by using humans to do so. I dont think that Jesus would let a person who is not trying to be righteous do this. However, on the other hand God says in the last days that Satan would be allowed to let people who follow Satan do these things also. We just have to examine the lives of who do these healings for Christ to see who is at work here.

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Yeonnie John, Plantation, Florida — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:44:46 GMT

Jesus always said...Your FAITH has made you whole....If you have FAITH...so it ain't Bentley or anyone else. No results? Check out your FAITH. Christ would probably treat the organized CHURCHES today as He did when HE walked the earth.

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enrique lon,weston fl — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:45:09 GMT

good!

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Kirk Berryhill — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:45:49 GMT

Christians are the absolute dumbest people on the planet.

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Doug, Whitmore Lake, MI — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:46:12 GMT

God is moving mightily in this country. There are still a lot of God fearing people here who are proud of this great nation and want God to continue blessing us. Over the past 30 years or so, many "free thinkers" have tried to push God out of this country. This country was founded by those who wanted freedom to worship God, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. If were are to become a great nation that our forefathers wanted we must yield to God. Remember what 2 Chronicles 7:14 tells us; If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. We need to not question this move of God but embrace it.

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Rudy Hamman, Sedgefield, South Africa — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:46:18 GMT

I would not get academic about something God is busy doing and totally respect Rick's views as apposed to some theolodical explanation. Rick Joiner have some excellent perspective on what is happening in Lakeland Florida, see http://www.morningstarministries.org/Publisher/article.aspx?id=1000031549 and http://www.morningstarministries.org/Publisher/article.aspx?id=1000031456 .

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Laura Bates, Swansea, Wales — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:46:35 GMT

I have only seen a couple of Todd's meetings on the internet recently, and I've had to be open-minded, but am now addicted! You've got to see it to believe it, it's incredible.

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Mike Rearic — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:47:30 GMT

Jesus instructed his disciples to "go and preach the gospel and heal the sick" was He joking? was He lying? and, by the way, are there any "Theology professors" preaching and healing? Like modern pharasees they can only observe and comment!

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Paul, Durham NC — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:47:56 GMT

I went to Lakeland and witnessed this personally. This is really a move of God. An authentic move of God. Jesus Healed during his earthly ministry. And He promised his disciples that they would also have the same ability to heal. Go Todd!!!

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Thanking God — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:50:21 GMT

I believe that being "healed by the Holy Spirit" does happen. It is a great feeling, almost like you are getting a tight, harm hug. Its all about the Lords love. I once stood in the back of church, thinking to myself "What are these people thinking" I thought thay were pretending to feel these things. At that moment the preacher called my husband and I to the front and asked if I was ready to have my baby (I was 9 months pregnant and not having any kind of pains) I had told him I was but it still was not time. He just smiled at me and touched my head. I buckeled to my knees because my son kicked me right in the ribs as soon as he touched me. He told me I needed to go to the hospital because there was something wrong. I arrived to the hospital and the doctor told me to "Thank God" because if I had waited a day more to go in I would have lost my son. The lord does work in misterious ways.

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Ann Smith — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:51:15 GMT

Thanks for covering this awesome event. I am so excited to see the moving of God on a secular news media.

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Lisa Boren, Vinita, Okla — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:51:55 GMT

I don't believe mine is the first comment. Why aren't you posting them? This is very real and you can feel the power coming right through the internet watching it online. Jesus is the same yesterday, today and FOREVER... Believe it and be healed!!!

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Richard Speck — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:52:18 GMT

These many, many healings, and the Doctor's confirmations already provided, are completely consistent with those I have personally witnessed, and participated in – as a praying Christian Layman. Jesus has never stopped healing people who seek Him! I have heard the Doctor's words: “I don't understand why the X-Rays are different. But there is no reason to operate on you.” The medical record may list a “Spontaneous Remission” of cancer, but so many of these follow prayer! Paralysis may be “All in the Head” of an individual, but no Psychologist offers to instantly cure the problem and allow that person to jump out of his wheelchair and Run! Are you sick? Go get some (healing)!

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Adrian Thompson, Warwick, RI — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:53:00 GMT

I would like to see MSNBC investigate the authenticity of these healing claims. At least, we as viewers can decide if such stories are news worthy.

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Sadie Bogart , Annandale, NJ — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:54:17 GMT

Yes, Jesus is the most beautiful,good, loving, just, true, person there is. He is also much more. He is a God of power and healing. Praise God that there are those who know this without a doubt and are used for this purpose.

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Des Moines, IA — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:54:19 GMT

People thought Jesus was crazy too - the Bible says all it takes is the faith of a mustard seed and mountains can be moved - looks like he's got faith.

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Wayne Ritchie Clearwater, Florida — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:54:22 GMT

After attending 10 times over the past 50 days I can say that this is a REAL move of God. At the end of the day Jesus is getting all the Glory as He pours out His POWER to save, heal and set people FREE. For way too long the church has been good at just talking - Now it's action time. This outpouring will only grow larger and spread with greater intensity all over the World. We are witnessing the beginning of the greatest harvest of souls in the Kingdom in these last days. So if you don't like it....no problem... get over it, for it is here to stay.

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Sadie Bogart , Annandale, NJ — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:54:38 GMT

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Sadie Bogart , Annandale, NJ — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:55:14 GMT

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Ray Saragosa, Denver, Co. — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:56:02 GMT

I think this is so awesome, I recently attended this revival and witnessed first hand people getting out of wheel chairs, one women in particular had been at the meetings for seventeen straight nights, with different people, including myself praying for her and trying to help her out of the chair in order to receive her healing and walk, she finally was able too.

I was back home watching on god.tv when she went up to the platform with assistance and got up and walked.

I've been a Believer since 1982 and have witnessed and awful lot, but never at this magnitude.

I believe if God can use a donkey to rebuke Balaam, He can use Todd Bentley.

Praise God and may this revival spread like a prairie fire.

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Rich Campbell, Cochranville, Pa. — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:56:40 GMT

Thank you MSNBC for posting this article. I visited Lakeland a month ago and was impacted by the power and presence of God. My back was healed watching online before I went, and a young man in our group was healed of asthma. One thing I would change about the wording of your article is that we don't believe Todd in himself has the ability to heal us but that Jesus is using Todd and in many cases the Holy Spirit is healing people in the meetings totally apart from Todd or anyone else praying for them. If you or someone you know needs healing, like Todd says, give God a chance!!

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Todd Hilton, Fort Myers, Florida — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:57:26 GMT

We must not limit God or put Him in a box. He moves as He pleases and it is not our job to question the methods which He employs to work through His people. In fact, our one desire should be to get out of God's way and give Him free reign in our lives. Afterall, God is a rewarder who diligently seek Him.

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Kim, Florence, AL — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:00:09 GMT

I am so happy to see this in the news. I've been watching the revival and praying for healing right along with them. I am a Bible-believing Christian and am thrilled to see Christians that aren't afraid to show their beliefs in public. God is fulfilling everything he promised! If you are a skeptic, read your Bible. Everything they are doing is in there! God says to be weary of false prophets, but he also said to test them, so do that, find in your Bible where Todd is doing anything against God's word. I'm praying for the people with their eyes blinded. You better look around before it's too late!! YOU GO JESUS!!

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Oran Guy Cruzen, Jr., Champaign, Illinois — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:02:43 GMT

The world is really funny. You can paint yourself in your sports teams colors and act like a wild man yet if it has to do with the God of all creation you scoff! Check out the doctors reports of the people that are really being healed. Not just the ones in Lakeland but all over the world. Read Acts 5:38-39: "And now I say to you, keep away from these men and let them alone; for if this plan or this work is of men, it will come to nothing; but if it is of God, you cannot overthrow it—lest you even be found to fight against God.”

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Carolina Smith Ontario Canada — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:04:01 GMT

The people can argue about the revival; that it is not, etc , then they don't really know the Bible, even if they claim to be Tehologians,because in the Book of acts it is exactly what happened trough the apostles ministry.
Ask the people who has been healed, they would say like the blind man in the gospels said about Jesus:" If it is a Prophet i don't know, i just know i was blind and now i can see !". i firmly be lieve in the move of God among his people who is willing to seek him as the source of healing, joy and restoration, He is always Open and willing for those who seek HIM.

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Terry J Rogers — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:04:10 GMT

The bible says. In the last days I will pour our my spirit upon all flesh. Your sons and your daughters shall prophecy, Your old men shall dream dreams. Your young men shall see visions, and upon my servants and my handmaidens in that day, will I pour out of my spirit.
And another verse in Psalms says, By his stripes we were healed. this written a long time before Jesus came, was whipped with the cat of nine tails, leaving stripes upon his back, and crucified, and rose from the dead. The true mercy and love of Christ is at last being preached and demonstrated.
Christ has broken free from the trappings, and bindings of organized religion.
A religion that Jesus said was like tinkling brass and sounding cymbals. Otherwise, dead.
We are seeing this! And it is not your cookie cutter preachers anymore. It is the real people who make up society. Waitresses, nannies, bikers, rednecks, cowboys, cowgirls, Goths, punks, you name it. They who the organized churches have shunned, are being used by God.
Otherwise anyone who shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, and God is using them.
These are the servants and handmaidens of the Lord when they allow God’s spirit to flow through them.

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Mongo Lloyd, Devonia, o-HI-o — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:05:32 GMT

Todd Bentley,
My wallet is bleeding because of the high gas prices and associated inflation. My eyes hurt too, every time I look at my bank account balance. Could you heal these for me? I would appreciate it greatly. Maybe you could pray for some more dead dinosaurs (that are not mentioned in the Bible), so that we could have more oil. It might just work! If Allah can make all the oil he did for the Arab states, certainly Jesus should be able to whip up a little for us over here, right? Thanks!

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Jane Jacobson Manitoba Canada — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:06:06 GMT

In the Bible stories, people were healed by their faith;"let it be done according to your faith."
Theology has nothing to do with it.Simple faith did.
If you have the faith "of a mustard seed"..it will move mountains.
Todd's ministry has people who have pain and suffering and often no hope.. a chance for their faith to rise up, and with prayer of others it is strengthened and the power of God meets them there with a healing or miracle.God loves us!
Todd cannot do this, only God.
Ministers and theologians who actually read their Bibles need to be reminded of this.
Jesus went about healing all people.
When you ask Jesus into your heart it is an act of faith;that same Jesus will move on your faith when you step out towards your miracle.

To all the theologians out there.."without hope the people perish."The word of God states this.
Remember..the Pharisees didn't recognize Jesus as the vessel they thought God would use either.
I have had a healing miracle years ago, and it took faith,not theology.My eyes and heart were focused on Jesus at the time and His love for me...not on the minister.
The Bible also says"you will know them by their fruit!"
Looks to me like the Lakeland outpouring is bearing good fruit.
I wonder if the "theologians" and doubters would think the same and speak the same if they were at death's door, or told their condition was imposssible and there was no hope?

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Scott Engel, Birmingham, Alabama — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:07:19 GMT

I have been watching the revival every since it started about 60 days ago. It is totally captivating and awesome to see God move, using Todd Bentley, healing and reviving people from the dead. Thank you MSNBC for doing this story. The movement is spreading throughout the world. Others come to the revival, receive the power to heal and resurrect people from the dead and they take that power home to where they live. Praise God!!!!

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Robert R., Bastrop, Texas — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:08:02 GMT

what does Mr. Geivett mean when it doesn't fit into any branch of christianity....does it have to if it fits into the word of God....In Matt 10:7-8 Jesus speaks this to his disciples (which as christians we are all called to be not just Todd Bentley) "As you go, preach this message: The Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the Sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprousy (a miracle then), drive out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.....this is Christian doctrine and Jesus' ministry was filled with doing these things and has called us as believers to do them as well..

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Bob, Rice Lake, WI — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:08:12 GMT

I went a few weeks ago. It was a great experiance. I really enjoyed it. It was not about money, but seeking God. I was amazed at the hunger of many Christians and how all that i spoke with said they were so refreshed afterwards. I may fly down again.

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Rev James Kennaugh, Naples, Florida, — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:08:53 GMT

What a shame you picked a theologian who is probably a dispensationalist to comment on the authenticity of the Florida Outpouring. If he is, He probably doesn't believe in that expression of Christianity so of course he cast doubt on it.

At least produce a number of different opinions from across the theological spectrum.

For those of us who have been there, yes its unusual, yes its different and yes for the unfamiliar it can be strange and perhaps at times uncomfortable. But then so was the message and actions that Christ brought to humankind.

The proof will not be in some theologians limited experience and opinion but in the if not thosands who are walking around healed and restored, giving praise and thanks to the Jesus Christ for his love and mercy.

"One thing I do know, that though I was blind, now I see". Jn 9:25

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Ian, concord, north carolina — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:10:57 GMT

I was there from the 18 to the 22 and it is real
i was healed after 4 years of pain in my chest.

so yeah its real and if you don't believe it
GO And Get Some!

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Steve, Seattle, WA — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:11:46 GMT

What a bunch of Crap!!! Marx was right, it is the opiate of the masses. I just returned from Europe no wonder they think America is back in the Puritan stage of religious intolerance!!!!!!

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severo m garcia — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:12:23 GMT

Thank you for sharing this artical. it has given me hope that miracles can and do happen. I believe that Everyone on the planet has some kind of belife inside them that would accept any kind of help or hope of a miracle. We can all think of someone that needs something more than what their getting out of this life.And just maybe a trip to the lakeland revival could change their life for the good, forever.

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Stephen Maicus — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:12:58 GMT

I glad to see you are begining to cover this GOOD NEWS

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MM Rodriguez. Allen, TX — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:12:58 GMT

Thanks for printing this article. According to scripture more of this is to come all over the world!!! JESUS is alive and desire to heal and save all....

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Brenda Hallford, Hinesville, GA — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:13:01 GMT

I pastor a small church in Hinesivlle, GA - I was compelled to go the Lakeland last week and "get some." I personally was overcome by the presence of the Lord in that place. Only God knows how many actual healings have happened there, but one thing for sure - the faith of His people has been stirred up and is encouraging people to believe God for what His Word promises is ours for the taking. As far as Todd not fitting the religeous sector's opinion of how a minister of the gosple should look - God used a donkey to get His point across - what better person to use than Todd - God uses whosoever will to touch His people. I am going back tomorrow to receive whatever the Lord will allow. It is life changing to those who are open and willing for the Lord to touch them.

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Greg Roth, Newport News, Virginia — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:16:06 GMT

I heard about the Florida Outpouring and decided to check it out on Direct TV, which carries the GodTv channel. Check it out I did. I was glued to the TV for four hours on Sunday, May 4th amazed at the presence of the Lord through the Television and the miracles and healings that were taking place. Samething the next night, and for the remainder of the week. I decided That I needed to check it out in person so I went down to Florida that weekend (May 9-11) Wow! My first meeting was on Saturday night, May 10th in an open field at the local airport. All I can say is like it was a continuing chapter from the book of Acts. Signs, wonders and miracles and an awesome presence of the Holy Spirit. I actually had an opportunity to interview Todd Bentley and found him to be as real as they come. A man of God filled with the Holy Spirit. The weekend down in Lakeland has revised and refreshed me like no other time in my walk with the Lord. I recommend it to anyone who is hungry for righteousness...You will be filled.

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Jean Robbins, Ontario, California — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:16:14 GMT

Thank you MSNBC for this article. I'm one of the thousands that had to go see for myself what this was all about and I'm glad I did. The most notible thing in these meetings is the presence of God and that's what it is really all about. Todd is a very humble, sincere man of God and I'm glad to see the Lord moving through him in such a mighty way. He's helped knock off more than one pair of "religious" glasses so that we can see God will use any willing vessel whether they have tatooes or a three piece suit.

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Paul, Susanville, Ca — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:20:58 GMT

Check it out for your self. It's on God Tv every evening 8pm Eastern channel 395 on Direct Tv.

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/great-florida-healing-revival

The last link is live and recorded streaming of the 7pm and the 10am live meetings eastern standard time.

Paul

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Wayne, California — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:28:39 GMT

Sheep. I see nothing but sheep. Wake up and think for yourselves people. Sheesh...

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Bro D, San Diego, California — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:30:34 GMT

All I can say is that no one is accountable for other peoples actions or decisions. Everyone is accountable for His/Her own actions, meaning that we as individuals must always check our spirit and make sure it is in line with the Holy Spirit of God. Without the leading of the Holy Spirit, people will be misled or perish. I am not talking about Todd Bentley, but I am talking about everyone who is in a Church Leadership position.

The Lord tells us that we must always compare what is happening to the Word of God. We must not be misled or fooled. "Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world." We cannot limit God, for He is God.

Isaiah 55:8-9 says, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts."

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Alex Ronin — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:31:12 GMT

No one ever went broke unestimating the intelligence of christians. This fraud is a Canadian Elmer Gantry.

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Brenda Brown, Vidalia, LA — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:31:14 GMT

Thank you MSNBC for covering the revival in Lakeland. God is powerfully changing "religion" in this country. God just wants us to seek his son's face, JESUS! Todd is just a man being used by God. He is teaching and equipping all believers in one accord regardless of religion to earnestly seek the Lord. I pray Todd continues to be obedient. We all need to listen and pray for God to continue to move. May it spread throughout the world!

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linda sutton dearborn heights, michigan — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:31:53 GMT

this is god working thru him. not todd working thru god. the bible refers to the non-believers as the naysayers or ye of little faith. we are living in days as no other. it is time to get right with god while you are on this side of the grave. come judgement day we will all know his glory and power.

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Onyx "Steel" Wilson — Thu, 29 May 2008 15:33:26 GMT

DON'T YOU PEOPLE READ YOUR BIBLES?!

Seriously, this is ridiculous. Yes, God is all-powerful, Jesus is amazing, and I am a radical Servant of God. BUT, I must point out false doctrines, and this is one of them! The Bible make it VERY clear that the apostles were able to heal and do miracles, they were able to pass that gift on to someone else ONCE, and after that, that gift died out. The power to perform miracles was to prove that Jesus was the messiah and was for the Jews, to help them believe...But after that, we had the Word of God to give us faith.

And is this guy even preaching the right doctrine? How is his life? A good tree cannot produce bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot product good fruit. Is he following the formula in the Bible for making disciples? Is he even making Disciples? Is he teaching people to obey the Word?

For God's sake, it's no wonder people hate christians so much! Ninety-nine percent of "christians" (who are not actually christians at all according to the Bible) are still lost, with a different label. This is infuriating, it makes me sick.

The Bible says that the servants of Satan masquarade as angels of light, that wolves will come in sheeps clothing, and that false teachers will abound.

Sure, prayer is powerful. The prayer of a RIGHTEOUS MAN is powerful and effective.

C'mon, you wanna call yourself a christian? Study your Bible a bit, then. You'll see the truth.

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Kenneth Thomas, Eugene, Oregon — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:04:57 GMT

All I know of this is what I just read. I am a graduate of a Christian college, and have studied the bible for decades. If this report is accurate, there is nothing un-biblical about healing. God can do what He wants to do, and He can use anyone He wants to use as long as they are willing to be used.

"Faith healers" are nothing new, and I have read a lot about them over the years. Some are charlitains, no doubt, but that doesn't change the fact that miracles do happen.

I was a little disappointed to read the last line in the report where the teacher refered to Jesus as a "person". That is a very poor description for God in the flesh.

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Carol Leet Cocoa FL — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:33:21 GMT

God is using Todd Bentley and his team. I was healed of fibromyalgia about 5 weeks ago at a morning service at Lakeland,when Todd was not present. A little lady named "Jessica" gave the message and prayed for me. I stopped all my meds (which were destroying my kidneys and liver) and have been pain free since. Glory to God! Jesus is the same today. Open your minds and hearts, all you sceptics! The Bible says that one day "every knee will bow and every tongue confess, that Jesus Christ is Lord!"

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michael free — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:33:23 GMT

COME WATCH THIS LINKS YOU TO
A NEWS STORY OF A WOMAN RISED FROM THE DEAD..
http://www.wchstv.com/newsroom/eyewitness/0805/080521_41d512f9.shtml

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Paula Doe, Sacramento, CA — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:36:33 GMT

I have just one question. Why is that tolerance is only tolerant up until the point that it crosses pathes with one's belief in God? It seems the entire world is tolerant of every crazy notion of mankind, except for its belief in God. Not that I truly care, because I know what I believe. God moves in His time and in His way. His ways are far above and beyond our understanding.

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Errol Peters, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:36:35 GMT

We are watching nightly in Australia on satellite TV. What is happening is just awesome!

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Samantha- Dallas, TX — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:37:30 GMT

great article! it's great to see the media scoping out the great move of God so that those on the outside and skeptics can hear from an unbiased opinion.

if people will just taste, just try and see what Jesus is like, just try and get to know Him...then you will see. because if you look for Him, you'll find Him. :)

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Lisa Feagins, Tulsa, OK — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:15:28 GMT

It's the placebo effect, that's all. We already know that "sugar" pills often effect a cure. As long as we believe it will cure or help us, it very will might. The human brain has the power to heal the body. If you believe something will work, then it just might. If you don't believe something will work, then it probably won't. The more favorable publicity this guy gets, the more credible he becomes, which leads to additional healing successes. I have no complaints at all about curing gullible people. I only wish I were more gullible about certain things.

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Peter Neuberger, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:46:36 GMT

Fly from Tanzania to attend. What the article didn't mention is that most of the miracles and healings are happening just being in the atmosphere of the building. Majority of times, Todd's not laying hands on anyone for healing. It's already happened by the soveriegnty of God. I encourage all skeptics to check it out for yourself instead of throwing stones from afar.

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Albert Valdivieso — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:48:42 GMT

You know who are the real dumbest people of the planet? Those who ignorantly reject what they don't understand or care to know. ONLY TRUE RATIONAL EDUCATED PEOPLE CARE TO STUDY, TRY, WEIGHT AND TEST THE FACTS!! AND THE FACTS ARE JESUS WAS REAL,GOD BECAME MAN, HEALINGS DO HAPPEN, GOD IS REAL AND SHOWS HIMSELF TO THOSE WHO DILIGENTLY SEEK HIM. Thanks MSNBC. God stil loves the so called "skeptics" wish you could go to lakeland to see IF YOU COULD STAND GOD'S POWER!

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Gloria Scott, Belton, MO. — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:27:06 GMT

I have been watching the revival and feel blessed that I can witness this move of God. Todd and the others and the tv and internet are just the tools being used...it is God who heals...and Todd will be the first to tell you this.
I know God heals as my family and I have been healed many times over the years. The most recent for me was being healed of a broken leg. I fell down our back steps...didn't want to go to the hospital but the ambulance ppl insisted becauase my leg was broken..and I have to admit..it looked bad and it hurt. But at the hospital..my husband and children watched as the swelling left..and the injury that ran from my knee to foot began to scab over. xrays were taken and I did not have anything broken. Everyone was amazed. The doctor said she had never seen anyone with such an impressive injury without anything broken.
Did I pray? You bet I did..and I prayed most of the time in the Spirit..or tongues as most say. God still heals...He has not changed. He is the same today as He was yesterday and will be tomorrow.

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M. Brock, Siera Madre, CA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:27:46 GMT

If Jesus were alive today, healing others, performing miracles, what would we say of Him? Would He fit neatly into Geivett's "branch of Christianity"?

I am deeply touched by the worship, the prayer, the love, and the sincerity of the leaders of Ignited Church that hosted a 5-day conference that turned into a 50-plus day event,... and to the city of Lakeland, FL!

Perhaps we should pay attention and ask God, "Is this You?"

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A Day, Hazlehurst, GA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:28:03 GMT

A 2-3 year old boy from my church went and was healed from deafness in one ear. So my family and I went to check this out. There is a tangible presence of God in the atmosphere even before the meeting starts. I saw many amazing miracles. Many of the miracles have been documented by doctors reports. A man who lives in our area who had cancer also went and was totally healed. My son, age 18, had a chance to pray with a Deaf woman there, and she was healed; in addition she was able to see clearly without here glasses. This is not about Todd Bentley praying for people. In Joel 2, the Bible speaks of God pouring out his spirit in the last days. This is that.

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Mary Lou Donovan, Milwaukie, Oregon — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:28:11 GMT

I used to be skeptical of such healings when I only knew about God. Now that I know Him personally and have been healed nine times over 20 years of my life, I understand my God to be a God of love. God is so far greater than anything we can imagine that people struggle with accepting Him. If they can wrap their minds around Him, then they might accept Him. I am so thankful that we serve a loving God who will always be more than we can ever comprehend. The more He shows himself to me, the more I understand how much He loves mankind. Jesus died for us to provide a way for us back to the Father after the fall of Adam and Eve.
It is a free gift for us, paid for by Jesus giving his very life for us. That's the kind of God who performs these awesome, authentic healings! I embrace wholeheartedly the work the God is doing through Todd.

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John kelley, Tulsa, Oklahoma — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:33:25 GMT

I believe in God but this just another Jimmy Swaggert spin off. How about writing a story about high gas prices and how our dollar is worth less and less everyday? Can Todd Bentley heal those things for us if he has supernatural powers? He could reach a lot more people than just Florida. Completely ridiculous. If you believe in God, you do not have to pay for it. Making money in the name of God is wrong and Todd Bentley is a fake. Believe it.

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William Wiles Apache Junction Arizona — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:33:27 GMT

JUDGE NOT, LEST YE BE JUDGED! How is it for anyone to judge Todd Bentley? Only God knows what is in Todd Bentley's heart. Besides works without faith is dead.

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L. Marek Eureka Montana — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:34:04 GMT

Wow!!! Thank you for reporting on this story. I have been watching on the internet since April 12th. We as Christians have to remember that even Jesus walked among the "Pharisees" .... they witnessed some of his greatest miracles and still did not believe and murmurred against him. Why are we surprised today that there are people that are skeptical.... i say don't judge it until you have gone there. I plan on going in July for 6 days and can't wait to see what God does in my life. My hips were healed of pain over the internet when watching and when one has truly felt the presence of God..... there is no more denying. I pray that all the "fence watchers" and critics get blessed somewhere in their lives along the way before Jesus returns for his people. God truly just wants to be let out of the "box" that the Church has so neatly tried to squeeze him into and reveal His Love and His Power to this dying and hurting world.

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Stephen Saunders — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:34:19 GMT

A young friend visited the Lakeland meetings in May. She is tattooed and pierced like Todd Bentley and might look a little out of place in a church that professor R. Douglas Geivett was attending. Todd said one night that God was healing depression and addiction. She felt like that was for her. Since she has been back, my young friend has not smoked and that beautiful sound I am hearing when ever she is around....her laughter!

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Grace Garza, Othello, WA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:34:50 GMT

This truly is historic in a sense that not only people from Florida are being touch by this drastic enviroment but people from all over the world are flocking to this outpouring! In John 17 Jesus prays for him self before his cruxificion, but not only does he pray for himself but he prays for his disciples and those that would believe in him and as he prays he states " Father that they may become one as you and I are one so that the world will know that you have sent me!" I truly believe that this outpouring is bringing God's children together and they are becoming one in HIS extravagant prescence. And I leave with this MAY THE WORLD SEE THESE PEOPLE BECOME ONE SO THAT ALL WILL COME TO BELIEVE THAT THE FATHER SENT JESUS!!!! AMEN AND AMEN!

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Nava Kiran, Chennai, TN, India — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:35:44 GMT

Jesus is REAL. He is the same yesterday, today and forevermore. I believe whats happening in lakeland florida is going to become a norm with all believers in Jesus Christ than an exception.

All glory be to GOD alone Forever and ever in Jesus's name! God richly bless you and reward you Todd for letting Holy Spirit have His way!

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Tim A, Pensacola, FL — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:36:15 GMT

Signs, wonders, healing and deliverance were normal experiences in the new testament, first century church. They are also NORMAL expressions in Pentecostal and Charismatic Christians and churches! I guess that R. Douglas Geivett the conservative theological professor does not consider such churches or believers "legitimate branches" of Christianity... HOW WRONG!
Statistics show that Pentecostal churches are the fastest growing segment of Christianity on planet earth today! We who have been baptized in the Holy Spirit and FIRE affirm not a man, but and genuine outpouring of the Spirit of the LIVING GOD!!!

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Diane Basilin, Selden, NY — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:36:50 GMT

Glad to see this on a major news network. It is only growing and growing. My husband and I feel the awesome presence of the Lord as we watch on God-TV, with hearts set on Jesus. He is real and making Himself known to all the world. He is using Todd Bentley in a mighty way. I can see all the major news networks setting up camp in Lakeland as more and more miracles unfold. God is Awesome - can't wait to see what He's up to - Thank you Alice Rhee for the story.

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Terri from Tampa, FL — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:36:53 GMT

I've been there more than once -- it has to be experienced - like faith has to be experienced. You can't put God in a box. Thank you for your report on it. If anyone does not believe it, they should come to Lakeland and see for themselves. God Bless You.

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TL Best, IDAHO — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:37:57 GMT

Hey MSNBC, thank you so much for your article on the Florida Outpouring.

I'm reading the comments by your other readers as well...Wow, we really are a nation of many thoughts and divided persepctives aren't we?

To be true to your call of uncovering noteworthy stories in the face of the not so quiet "prejudices" against Christ, His people, and His works...[Hmmmmm. Prejudiced? Openly voicing hatred? Wow, did I just catch the "Politically Correct" acting out in a Politically Incorrect manner?] <gentle ribbing>

Anyway, I can see what you're up against in Truth telling and it makes me appreciate your efforts all the more!

From what I have gathered via the internet from Todd, I believe He would encourage a more thorough investigation of the healing claims...so, take the P.I.'s up on their demands and "Go for it!!" The whole Truth, and nothing but the Truth!" [Dare I say, "So help you God?"] <more well intentioned gentle ribbing>

Well, He did say, The Truth shall set you free! Take this from someone who has lived in both camps...."Freedom Rocks!!

Anyway, thanks! You restore my hope in a "truth gathering" style of reporting....like the old days!
I miss that. Many blessings to you all!

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Reba Benton, Soddy-Daisy, TN — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:38:06 GMT

I have plenty of words for the overly-educated, but unlearned theologians, but my words pall in comparison to God’s Words: I Corinthians 1:20, 25 “Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this world? Hath not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.” Isaiah 44:24, 25 “Thus saith Jehovah, thy Redeemer, and he that formed thee from the womb: I am Jehovah, that maketh all things; that stretcheth forth the heavens alone; that spreadeth abroad the earth, that frustrateth the signs of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise men backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish.” Rev. Todd Bentley doesn’t even get a chance to pray for these people. As Todd spends many hours in God's presence, he shows up every night with God's glory on him, and then the GLORY flows on everyone healing and delivering them. Most are already healed when they get on the stage. Don’t feel too bad; you are not the first one - satan was also jealous of God’s glory. PS: My granddaughter walked out of the hospital two years ago after being on machines with no brain waves and not able to breathe on her own for three days. Guess what? God revived her all by Himself. I guess you haven’t heard that there have been several resurrections from the dead connected in some way to the Florida revival – one two-year-old just before being cut open for harvesting of her organs and another a man already in his casket sat up alive and well. Now that's what you call a radical Christian who believes in the resurrection!!! Get ready! Get ready! There will be many more. God has to get his Church ready for His soon return. I would rather jump up and shout over that than over a little brown ball going across a white line.
Reba Benton, a Lover of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit

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Donny Mohler, Pomeroy Ohio — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:38:48 GMT

This is for Onyx "Steel" Wilson

"DON'T YOU PEOPLE READ YOUR BIBLES?!" - I sure do...do you?

"Seriously, this is ridiculous." - Not really. I admit, some of the things that happen in these services are a bit out of my comfort zone - but hardly non- or anti-biblical. Read Acts 2, they appeared to be drunk to those in the area. We are fools for Christs sake my friend. God's wisdom is as foolishness to men, who are we to tell Him who to use or how He can act?

"The Bible make it VERY clear that the apostles were able to heal and do miracles, they were able to pass that gift on to someone else ONCE, and after that, that gift died out." - Cite your verse, I've read the NT time and time again and have never read such a thing.

"The power to perform miracles was to prove that Jesus was the messiah and was for the Jews, to help them believe...But after that, we had the Word of God to give us faith." - Again, cite the source(s.) In the Great Commision Christ told us that the signs of casting out devils, healing the sick, and speaking in new tongues would follow His believers. That verse, among many others, applies to you and me.

"And is this guy even preaching the right doctrine?" - I've kept my eye on Todd for a few months even before the revival, and everything I've heard Him teach directly lines up with the Word of God.

"How is his life?" - I obviously don't know him personally, but from what I have seen he seems to have a solid Godly lifestyle.

"A good tree cannot produce bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot product good fruit." - This is true. And I have not seen any so far, doctrinally or in lifestyle.

"Is he following the formula in the Bible for making disciples?" - ?

"Is he even making Disciples?" - Absolutely. They are biblically training anyone who will come (as many as 500 people a day) to preach the gospel, then they are sending them out preaching salvation through repentance and grace by faith in Jesus Christ.

Is he teaching people to obey the Word? - Yes. If anyone wants proof, just watch the Revival for a few nights with a Bible and Strong's Concordance in hand. All your questions will most likely be answered.

"The Bible says that the servants of Satan masquarade as angels of light, that wolves will come in sheeps clothing, and that false teachers will abound." - Very true, and we all must be cautious not to be taken by strange doctrine. But so far, and I've watched every night, his doctrine and teachings (although visibly different from what many of us are used to in our local church) hold sound to biblical doctrine.

Anyone who questions this stuff, especially Mr. Wilson, feel free to e-mail me @ jesus_freak777@ilovejesus.net - I don't claim to have all the answers, and if you can prove me or this revival wrong by scripture, feel free!

Also for the record, I have a friend who was healed of colorblindness and another friends son who was healed of a chronic sickness as well while watching on GODTV. Not to the Glory of Todd, but God moving in the body of Christ.

Thanks MSNBC, this is a well written story. My only recommendation is that for your next story like this is to find the people that have and have not been healed. Get their opinions, and if possible the doctor confirmed records of the crazy stuff being heald like MS and AIDS.

Be blessed all!

In Christ,
Donny

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Saved By Grace, Boston MA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:39:17 GMT

Jesus is alive and well and everyone who chooses to ignore it will be judged for that and by then it will be too late. He loves you weather you like it or not

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Evangelist Antonio Jackson, Lincoln, Nebraska — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:39:24 GMT

Let The FIRE Fall!!!

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Tlynn Cincinnati Ohio — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:39:54 GMT

We are watching in Cincinnati, Ohio. My nephew had a cyst or boil on his leg that hurt and was a little bigger than a marble. He prayed and believed for the healing when Todd Bently said God said he was healing tumors and growths, and his boil immeditaly shurnk to almost non exsistant and the pain was gone. Within few days the growth completly gone. We praise God! God is the healer~! This is our God

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Brian, Pansacola, Florida — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:41:51 GMT

Concerning what the man said about God's healing outpouring not fitting neatly into Christianity...
When Jesus was here on earth, nothing that He did fit neatly into any part of judaism! Jesus was radical and considered crazy by most. I would personally be scared if any of this move of God fit neatly into our standards. Only we can put God in a box my friend. And when God, the master of the universe is not small enough for your box, then he will not fit into what we call Christianity. Gos is so much more than us, and created everything! We act as if we know everything. We think that God is the puzzle piece to us, to our world. we belittle the master of the universe and try to make Him just apuzzle piece, when in reality we are the puzzle pieces, we are not the picture on the box. God is the picture on the box.

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Guenter Fuessle, Switzerland — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:41:54 GMT

Good report. The whole world is focussing on what happens in Lakeland. I am watching via Internet on God TV. Our world needs a fresh touch of God's Holy Spirit. We need it in Switzerland too! Sozo - healing by Jesus Christ of body, soal, mind and spirit.

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Sabrina, Jacksonville, Fl — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:42:23 GMT

Thank you MSNBC for writing an article that was well written and not biased to one side or the other. We get too many biased stories in the news and that makes me not want to turn them on. As for the comments left on this article, you can't please every body and every one is entitled to their own opinions even if it's not true. God bless.

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Sharon Best, Kirkland, WA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:42:57 GMT

Those who have not been to Lakeland but only condemn and criticize are usually offended by the Lord b/c of some crummy religious junk and/or immature Christians. I have been guilty of both of these things in the past as most of us Christians have been, but the Lord is raising up a Body that will be demonstrating the Fullness of Christ in the earth and the Lakeland revival healings and miraculous is just a foretaste of that which is coming and will be supernaturally natural! Hold on to your seat, we are in for the Ride of our life!

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Jeanette, Leavittsburg, OH — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:43:43 GMT

MSNBC - please don't stop checking into this. Check into the documentations and prove or disprove what is being done. Many are interested in the facts - are there true miracles? Are any healings genuine? There will be skeptics - even the bible states that skeptics will not believe even if the proof is before their eyes - check Luke 16. But to recoin an old adage - don't throw the baby out with the bathwater. God can validate His own works. What is good - hold fast to it and realize that God still works in ways far above our understanding. HE is GOD.

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Hans Stevens,Ft.Lauderdale,Fl — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:43:45 GMT

I believe that we do not understand the times we are living in, the kids are hungry for supernatural power as is witnessed by the explosion of harry potter books and the new age movement pushed by well-known celebrities. We as a church body have failed to show the world that we have the true power and authority, because we have not obeyed the command of Jesus.
We had it all along and have not used it and now when God, Himself shows up and uses a sold-out believer like Todd, who is only taking God at His word and when hundreds of people from every corner of the world start receiving healing, we cannot comprehend it.
So what we can't comprehend, we criticize because otherwise we would have to make room in our brain for the God component and that would really undo alot of people.
We have been there on 5 occasions and are planning to go again, what amazes me is the hunger for more of God than I have ever seen in any church building and I've been saved for 37 years.
God always gives us the opportunity to accept what He is doing or to reject it,but don't go criticizing what you can't comprehend.
hans

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Bob M, Ventura CA — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:44:02 GMT

Thank you for this article, I have watched this online and although I thought this Todd Bentley looked rather odd, I am convinced of his sincerity and of the undeniable miracles that honest people are testifying to.
Thanks Msnbc

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Sarita Rainey Meridian, MS — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:44:43 GMT

I just returned from the Lakeland Revival and it was so amazing. Do I believe in the miracles I saw? Absolutely! It's not about money...or like the article says...he would have taken up one at the beginning of the meeting and not after 1.000's had left the meeting! But if you don't believe...go see it for yourself...you'll be changed forever!

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Sue, Danbury, CT — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:01 GMT

If this weren't the real thing, why would so many people bother attending? How do you explain it spreading all over the world? People who have attended are taking it back home. We have revival going on now at Gateway Christian Fellowship in Connecticut because of people who attended Lakeland. People lead very busy lives and will not bother attending if something wasn't happening. You can barely get 90 people out to church on a Sunday morning, but thousands are attending this revivial. (millions if you count the people tuning in on the internet) This will make the history books, just like the Great Awakening in New England prior to the Revolutionary War. Check out Jonathan Edwards and George Whitfield on the internet.

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The Farbs, Illinois — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:05 GMT

Thank you so much for a balanced article on this revival. I hope your leadership in reporting this wonderful happening will inspire more media outlets to investigate, see for themselves what is going on in Lakeland, and report it to the world. My husband and I are watching with great interest and with joy and excitment and gratitude over what God is doing in our country. God, bless America!!

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Ann Doupont, Boise, Idaho — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:06 GMT

I heard Todd say to come and get some (meaning to receive an impartation of this anointing of God). So, I went and did that. I went to Lakeland and got some. The Bible tells us that Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. It says that those who believe will do the same works that Jesus did, that of healing the sick and raising the dead. That is happening through this revival, and it is also connecting many ministries throughout the world.

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Joseph Blanchard Montgomery, AL — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:26 GMT

Thank you for a well balanced presentation of the move of God in Lakeland Florida. Alice I speak blessings upon you and your family for writing such a positive article.
Joseph

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Peter Byers, Caledonia, Ontario, Canada — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:48 GMT

It was good to read the NBC report. I went to The Florida Healing Outpouring for a week with my family. While we were there we experienced God’s presence and witnessed many people healed. We also received an in-partation and since coming back in Canada we have seen several people healed as I prayed for them. One woman who had a hernia said, “the hernia when back into her body. A pastor who was on his deathbed after two heart attacks experienced fire in his chest and received strength. People who had chronic pain experienced the pain leave, etc.

As a believer in Jesus I believe that Jesus is the same today, as He was 2000 years ago. The religious sceptics disbelieved Jesus then as they do today, but people who are hungry for God will find Him. Let’s simply believe what the Bible says. I want to encourage people to watch the Florida Outpouring on god.tv as well as to go there personally, especially if they are in need of healing.
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Uncle Chicken, BC, Canada — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:46:04 GMT

What a lousy bit of reporting. 'Twould have been rather easy to actually verify these healing claims. But of course, that would take more effort than simply collecting various opinions.

BTW, I seriously think this sort of thing, as well as the TBN, is all an undercover plot by atheists to make Christians looks stupid.

What part of 'testing the spirits' don't you understand? We aren't supposed to see if we 'feel' cool, if we 'feel' fuzzy. This is nuts. No wonder atheists think that they are so smart - if this is what they think Christianity is, I understand completely. Truly Spirit filled men like Luther, Calvin, Augustine, Spurgeon, et. al. would be turning over in their graves...

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Cindy Edwards, Greensbor NC — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:46:07 GMT

All I can say is WOW!
My husband and I were at the meeting this past week...such a presence of God, just being there was refreshing...this is real. Thank you MSNBC for covering this amazing and important story, I hope you will follow up on some of the healing reports...I would welcome the opportunity to hear back from those claiming to be healed, and having those claims documented by Doctor reports. God is not afraid to document His claims...after all He did declare, in writing, the first coming of Jesus and I believe His return will also be exactly as He said it would be. Looking forward to hearing more from MSNBC.

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Vivian Landrum, Cleveland Texas — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:46:36 GMT

Me and my husband have been watching the revival every since it started about 60 days ago. It is totally captivating and awesome to see God move, using Todd Bentley, healing and reviving people from the dead. Thank you MSNBC for doing this story. The movement is spreading throughout the world. Others come to the revival, receive the power to heal and resurrect people from the dead and they take that power home to where they live. We are so blessed to see him working. Praise God!!!!

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Danielle Cape Coral, Florida — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:50:41 GMT

I can honestly say that I went to the revival... and I was healed twice, I was attacked 4 years ago and left for dead, someone stabbed me in the throat, and I grabbed the knife.. there was nerve damage to my hand and the tendons in my throat , all that was healed and I haven't had a problem since. What you people need to realize is Todd Bentley isn't healing these people, God is, he's working through Todd. And as far as the "falling out" goes, I go to a pentacostal church, and I have had hands laid on me before, theres times where I have gone down, and theres times where I haven't opened myself up to it and didn't. The power of God is soooooooo strong in lakeland its undescribable,it's true, Todd barely touched me, and God put me down. It's something that you really have to see to believe and you can't really convince non believers otherwise, but it's deff. a life changing experience. All thoes who truly don't believe in this, God Bless you and you will be in my prayers tonight.

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Robert, Keansburg NJ — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:52:08 GMT

What, did you check this out? Did anyone actually get healed?

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

wendy,abbotsford,bc,canada — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:53:25 GMT

I can,t beleive the comments I,m reading of unbelief in the power of god and god using todd.Have you not read your bible or just skip the parts that seem to wild for you..Why are you even reading the bible?.Is it not gods word?. Do you not believe it? Is it people are jealous that god is using todd in such a great way. He wants to use you too but it seems people are so hard hearted and blind..Let go of your will and let god do his will and you will see greatness.It seems the greater god does the less some people believe..Do or some of you not beleive in fairy tales or santa claus. Santas not real but you get all excited for him to pop down that chimney and give you gifts your parents actually bought...Give me a break..Flying saucers???????Don,t knock it till you experience the presence of god.After you have then make a logic opinion.As far as todd and his tatoos etc..he is the coolest evangilist that has ever lived and god is using him mightly. Go todd.....

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Sparky, Houston — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:53:29 GMT

People are so lame, and that is why the world is messed up today!!!! They think that if some amputee grew a new limb, that would be a bona fide miracle. What about a new born baby smiling at you for the first time. Watching someone actually be nice to someone without expecting a reward. That is a miracle.

I remember when I was unemployed and struggling to find a job. Out of the blue (and without my wife or I asking), her grandmother sent us a check which really helped out in a difficult time. That was a miracle!

Miracles come in all shapes and sizes today and God takes care of us. But people just don't pay attention to the things going on around them because they are so self-centered and self-involved with their lives.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

(valerie stumbaugh,hielwood,pa.): — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:15:14 GMT

i believe these reports because i also got healed from scholiosis while watching the florida healing outpouring

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Angela McAllister, Vicksburg, MS — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:59:04 GMT

My husband and I went on the 4th of July weekend and it was the most awesome experience. God is still in the healing business.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Sue Green — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:22:25 GMT

The point of the apostles in the Bible was to draw Men to Jesus Christ, that men might be saved through the shed blood of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross, paying for the remission of our sins. Healing the body, does not heal the soul only the blood of Jesus Christ (no Man) can do that.
I have heard no gospel message from this man, There are many Gods but only One Lord Jesus Christ.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

dan burton — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:37:41 GMT

nutters

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Karen NY — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 14:14:15 GMT

At age 46 I became sick with mono which then left me with chronic fatigue. I was not well for a full three years then one night I happened upon Todd Bentley (I'm sure it was the good Lord's hand that led me to that channel). As I laid in bed praying I felt something being pulled from my body... I haven't had symptoms since (it's been almost 3 months). I'm so grateful to God, it's wonderful to feel good again.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Rachel, Lakeland, Fl — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 05:25:01 GMT

I think this just shows Prophecies from the Bible comming true. In Matthew 24:4-14 Jesus speaks about the comming of the Son of Man. You will not catch my family at that Church. If people would just read the Bible they would see what's going on right in front of their faces. I pitty anyone who is drawn into this and decieved. The Tribulation after the comming of Jesus is going to be awful. I pray you all seek God on this.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Joyce Fouraker callahan,Florida — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:56:44 GMT

God is love,God is good all the time.He sent His only Son Jesus Crist to perish on that old wooden cross so that we could go free.But never again,He is coming back in power and Glory to take His people home.The Lord of Lords,The King of Kings,The Lamb of God,The Rock,My Deliverer,Master,Saviour,Mighty one of Israel,counselor,King of Glory,My Deliverer is coming and my Deliverer is standing by.HE IS THE ALPHA AND THE OMEGA THE BEGINNING AND THE END.HE IS SEATED ON THE HEAVENLY THRONE looking over His children.He is HOLY,HOLY,HOLY,HOLY,HOLY,HOLY,IS THE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY.Every knee shall bend and confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.So many people today do not know who Jesus is.They have never felt His presence within their soul,Jesus can set you free,Jesus is the only one who can set them free,and make men whole.Glory to God Hallaleujah to the Lamb of God.God is one that cannot lie,His word never comes back null and void.It always acomplishes Gods Plan.There is power in the Blood of Jesus Christ.Oh if we could just touch the Hem of His garment.I will testify to that amazing Grace In the eightys my son had blood clots in his legs,they ended going all over his body.Doctors said call the family in the clots had gone to his lungs closed one up completely and half of the other one.He was only five years old only one other that young had ever had a blood clot it was a twelve year old girl in philadelphia.They did not really know how to treat one that young.But Glory to God there is power in prayer and God raised him up off of that death bed. He came home never again sick again,He now has a beautiful wife,son and a new baby daughter,the Doctors said she had stopped growing in the womb Glory to God through prayer and me and my family laying hands on my pregnant daughter in laws belly and claiming a healthy baby she was a healthy full term baby.I want you to know that there is power in prayer and we have not because we ask not,we read about this in the Holy Bible.My Husband was didagnosed with bladder cancer a few years back,we were told that it was the fastest gowing kind.Doctors had His scheduled for all king of treatments.But thanks to Gods children obeying His word and never underestimating the power of God,We were able to go to healing revivals in Nahunta Georgia where I attent church a lot and I love to be in Revival seeing God still doing His work today.My husband was completely healed with only the simplest treatment with only a few procedures.His cat scans and pet scans and all of the other tests came back NO CANCER! He returned back to His job still having good reports.So my Brothers and Sisters Never underestimate God Mighty Power He Still Heals Today.We serve a MIghty God.

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

cortez morgan crisfield md — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:59:24 GMT

I have a pray request. pray that God restore my health n everything satan stole from me..... I want gods miracles!!!!!

Revivalist claims hundreds of healings

Gonzalez Seattle Wash. — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:12:03 GMT

I know this is real, Todd Bentley is nobody, he is just letting the lord use him. If you try to find salvation in Todd you will not, if you try to find Salvation from Jesus you will. For all those negative comments….especially the man that says his wallet is hurting….if you have faith and let the lord be lord he will bless you so much more so that you wallet does not hurt or you get blessing in the other places that you want. I am very young and recently gave my life to Jesus; he has delivered me and blesses me well beyond what I deserve. He can and will do that for anyone, all you have to do is seek him. If you value the world and money over him you will be empty. If you put the lord first you will be filled. How do you know what being filled feels like until you are filled??? Why don’t you try and find out! For all those doubters out there I dare you to do one thing. Why don’t you ask Jesus? Be open to the answer he will bring you. For he loves you even if you hate him and also don’t believe him. Jesus cries for you, yes you, the one that is reading what I have written.
And for the person that says this is a crazy cult, wow, yes there are many many crazy cults and many many false churches and more but one thing that that person needs to remember or see is that there really is a Jesus and a Santen that wants to keep you in bondage. He will do anything it takes. Like inventing crazy cults..sooooooo hmmmm how to tell what a crazy cult and what’s not, you have to ask the lord yourself and ask him to revile to you what’s going on. Because if I was reading this article first hand and did not know what was going on, ya you bet ya I would not believe it. But I really seeked the lord on this and I know it is just one way the lord is moving. There is so many other things that are happening that is not written in papers…if you only knew.
This life is so much more then the physical, there is a spiritual world too. You know that atoms exist right? Well you don’t see them right? You have to use a telescope? Well you can not use worldly things to prove Jesus because it is spiritual. The only way you can know in your hart it is true is to experience it. To experience the lord and feel the truth in your soul. Sounds crazy but the truth is, is that it Jesus is real, he lives, and he loves you more than anyone on this earth does. Seek him!!!!!