APnc 06/26 0206 Falwell-Remark CHARLOTTE (AP) -- The Rev. Jerry Falwell says the mod

APnc 06/26 0206 Falwell-Remark


   CHARLOTTE (AP)  --  The  Rev.    Jerry Falwell says the modern
charismatic movement that  teaches  a  "prosperity  theology"  is
satanic  in  origin,  according  to  a  tape recording aired by a
Charlotte television station.

   The tape was made Wednesday by WPCQ-TV in an elevator  at  PTL
headquarters  in  Fort  Mill,  S.C., as Falwell was leaving a PTL
board meeting.

   Falwell said on the tape, "the modern charismatic movement, in
my opinion, is of satanic origin."

   But Falwell spokesman Mark DeMoss said Thursday Falwell wasn't
referring to the entire movement.

   "...  Rev.  Falwell made it clear  he  was  not  referring  to
speaking  in  tongues  or  the  main line charismatic-pentecostal
movement or denominations," DeMoss said.

   "He has never believed the charismatic movement itself  to  be
of satanic  origin.    He  does,  however, feel very strongly and
stands by his remark about prosperity theology,  meaning  if  you
are spiritual, you will be healthy and wealthy.  That teaching is
an absolute lie."

   
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