Ernest S. Williams

Ernest S. Williams (1885-1981)[1] was the 8th General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God from 1929–1949. [2]

Early life and ministry

Ernest Williams was born in San Bernardino, California, his family was active in the Holiness Movement. In 1904, he converted to Christianity, two years later he attended the Azusa Street Revival, making him the only General Superintendent to participate in the revival.[3]

Theology

In his Systematic Theology, Williams periodically responds to Calvinist criticisms of his Arminian-like views.[4]

Notes and references

Citations
  1. "Ernest S. Williams - Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center". ifphc.wordpress.com.
  2. "Ernest S. Williams". enrichmentjournal.ag.org.
  3. Stephenson, Christopher A. (1 October 2016). "Types of Pentecostal Theology: Method, System, Spirit". Oxford University Press – via Google Books.
  4. Buschart 2006, p. 241.

Sources

Buschart, W. David (2006). Exploring Protestant Traditions: An Invitation to Theological Hospitality. Downer Grove, IL: Intervarsity Press.CS1 maint: ref=harv (link)

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