Did miraculous gifts cease after the first century? Are modern-day experiences of tongues, prophecy, and gifts of healing really from God? In an attempt to clarify the current debate for readers, leading representatives of the four major views present arguments for their beliefs and have a chance to respond to the others.

The four views are: Cessationist (Gaffin), Open but Cautious (Saucy), Third Wave (Storms), and Pentecostal/Charismatic (Oss).