The public apology of Bobby Ripp for his criticism

of the move of God

(Used by permission)

Dear Brethren in Christ,

I, Robert J.Ripp, a watchman and a fellow Christian, on this day of March 23, 1997 make this public proclamation: As of March 21, 1997, thereafter personally discussing with Dr. Michael L. Brown, concerns (unusual physical manifestations and the motives of those revivalist in attendance) which I thought to be contrary to teachings of the Holy Scriptures, and after attending a divine appointed revival service at Brownsville Assembly of God, and after reviewing many taped sermons and written testimonies and after much prayer and by God's leading, I recant all statements, I levied against the Rodney Howard-Browne revivals, the Toronto Christian Fellowship revival and the Brownsville Assembly of God revival, be it published or otherwise.

Let it also be known, because of the damaged I possibly caused to our Father's kingdom, unto God I repented. And, unto all the Brethren I may have hindered or quenched their hunger for true revival, or may have had a zeal or were moved By God to take part in one of these revivals, I ask for forgiveness.

Henceforth, in regards to the present 'Holy Spirit's awakening tidal wave,' that is sweeping all throughout the world in these final hours, may God bestow upon me an unquenchable passion to minister to those who have been awakened. Also may God bestow upon me the wisdom and the knowledge to be able to impart credible and scholarly reasoning unto those who may have justifiable concerns, thereof.

For His glory, only!

Bobby Ripp

Bro Bobby, Thank you for your honesty and integrity.  It takes courage and humility to apologize publicly.  God bless you....