"For centuries Christians have had the concept of the priesthood of all believers firmly engrained in their minds. The prophethood of all believers, on the other hand, is, so Stronstad believes, the main focus of Spirit-Baptism in Luke-Acts. A study in Lukan pneumatology, this book is aimed at a mixed readership ranging from the scholar to the informed layperson. Luke's role of the Spirit is clearly portrayed in terms of vocational empowerment. Traditionally, Lukan pneumatology has been interpreted through Pauline or Johannine spectacles, but by interpreting Luke independently of the other Gospels and the epistles, Stronstad has argued for the historical and contemporary relevance of Spirit-baptism. He challenges the reader to develop a new appreciation of Luke's theology of the Holy Spirit, and, in fact, to consider the role of the prophethood of all believers for today's world."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved