Beyond Salvation

"Pentecostal and Orthodox Christians share the concern that entry into the Christian life should bring about a spiritual transformation of the whole person. In this groundbreaking study, Dr. Rybarczyk for the first time brings into dialogue some of the philosophical, theological, and spiritual conclusions of these seemingly disparate traditions to demonstrate their essential sameness. What this insightful work illustrates for us is how to understand the core of what each tradition has to say on the theme of spiritual-transformation through the use of a common language. In the end, he also provides a series of challenges to both traditions that could bring them into a unique relationship of discovery. I strongly recommend this volume as a fine contribution to the growing field of Pentecostal, ecumenical theology."



Cecil M. Robeck Jr., Professor of Church History and Ecumenics,

Director of the David J. duPlessis Center for Christian Spirituality,

Fuller Theological Seminary, California



"Rybarczyk's exploration of the similar understandings of Christ and parallel experiences of the Holy

Spirit in both traditions is sensitive, full of insight, and convincing; the book makes a timely and important contribution to ecumenical theology."

--James E. Bradley, Geoffrey W.

Bromiley Professor of Church History,

Fuller Theological Seminary, California



"I was astonished to discover from Dr. Rybarczyk's work how much Pentecostalism and Orthodoxy have in common. He displays an impressive understanding not only of his own Pentecostal tradition but equally of the Christian East. This is an important contribution to ecumenical dialogue, honest and realistic, yet full of hope."

--Bishop Kallistos (Ware) of Diokleia,

Emeritus Fellow of Pembroke College,

Oxford, and Spalding Lecturer in Eastern Orthodox Studies, University of Oxford (1966-2001)