An extensive study covering miracles and their history in the Bible; the stated purpose of such miracles; significant but little-known facts about miracles; and five reasons why the gift of tongues has ceased. We offer an evaluation of proof texts commonly cited by charismatics, such as Mark 16:17-18, John 14:12, John 11:47-48, Hebrews 13:8, 1Corinthians 12:28, and 1Corinthians 14:2,39. This is a must-read for all who wonder about the practice of the extraordinary gifts, esp. the gift of tongues, in the church.

(Study, 6 pages, 2013)
Scriptures: Matthew 12:38-40, Matthew 16:4, Acts 2:4-11, 1 Corinthians 13:1-2, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Thessalonians 2:8-10, Revelation 19:19-20
A study designed to break it down for your charismatic friends. They really aren't speaking in tongues, though they've been led to believe that's what they're doing. Speaking in tongues was always the ability to speak a foreign language like a native without one day of language training. It served God's purposes to jumpstart the gospel going into all the world.

(Video - 50 mins, plus PPT slides, Oct 2015)
Ten facts about miracles, and speaking in tongues. This simple 2-page resource provides a defense utilizing important key passages. Resources for further study are provided at the end.

(Study - 2 pages, Feb 2016)