The Fourth Dimension, Vol. 1 [Paperback]

David Yonggi Cho (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1979

Fourth Dimension Vol 1 teaches the realm of living by faith, from the man who saw God grow his church to over 800,000 members.

Product Details

• Paperback: 174 pages
• Publisher: Bridge-Logos Publishers (March 1, 1979)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0882703803
• ISBN-13: 978-0882703800
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,931 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars General evaluation of the Fourth Dimension, April 13, 2005

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Dirk O. Nel (South Africa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Fourth Dimension, Vol. 1 (Paperback)

1. Is this an in-depth presentation
In the Fourth Dimension, Yonggi Cho introduces the reader to the dimension of the Spirit. This book is written for the `beginner' and covers six different aspects of the fourth dimension. The book is written at a level of detail that would give the reader a good `working' knowledge of the dimension of spirit. That being said, it is interesting to me that Christians often find the presentation hard to understand and in some cases the book is viewed as dangerous and bordering on New Age philosophy! This could indicate that even though the topic is discussed at an introductory level a certain level of spiritual maturity is required to appropriately integrate the information in the book into one's spiritual life.

2. To what extent does the author address current situations
The Fourth Dimension is a very practical book. It addresses age old questions like how can I achieve personal success and how can I minister effectively. It pulls back the curtain and teaches the reader what is happening behind the scenes, in the spiritual world. In this way the reader is empowered to align himself with the ways of the spiritual world.

3. Was there any new information
This is the third time that I've read the Fourth Dimension and this time there was one particular teaching that really spoke to me. Yonggi Cho explains that we are the creators of our own salvation by speaking the Word of Faith. Don't misunderstand me. Jesus achieved EVERYTHING on the cross, but Yonggi Cho teaches that without the spoken Word of Faith the free gift of salvation remains a gift UNWRAPPED!! We unwrap this gift by speaking out and acting on what God has deposited in our hearts.
Something else that I found valuable was that Yonggi Cho instructs the reader to read the bible to build up his faith. I have always been inclined to read the bible to search out more legalistic rules for living, so when I read that we should be studying the bible to renew our thinking life it was like a revelation to me. My bible reading has been changed forever.

4. What impact did the book have on me
The Fourth Dimension has changed me. It has changed my prayer life in the sense that I now pray with the aid of mental pictures. I also expect God to be moving on my behalf and acting on my prayers. It has taught me that I am a co-worker with God, made in His image and that He expects me to move in miracles and resurrection power.

5. Any other positive or negative perceptions
The Fourth Dimension is a dangerous book. People that lust after power will especially find this book tempting. The temptation is to think that one can move by the power of faith on one's own steam and that God can be left behind. When this happens the person will automatically attract demonic forces and will start dabbling in sorcery and witchcraft. Is it any wonder then that God says that rebellion is like the sin of witchcraft. The safeguard is obedience and submission to the authority of God.

46 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I wondered how Cho could have so much success...., May 22, 2002

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Jeffrey E Ellis (Naperville, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Fourth Dimension, Vol. 1 (Paperback)

Having heard of Cho's success, with a church of more than 800,000 Christians, I wondered how he did it. What was his gimmick? Clever doctrine? A Feel-Good message? I was prepared not to like him much. After reading of his heart for the lost, his love for Christ, his unabashed humility, his humor, I could see he was very unlike me...in all the ways that matter most to God. Cho is a man of prayer and devotion to the Lord. His life of sacrifice, obedience, and trust in the Lord reveal the secret to his success: Jesus Christ.

I am grateful for both the minister and his message... This is a book that will draw you closer to the heavenly realm.

34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What an eye-opener!, July 17, 1998

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"melanie-d" - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Fourth Dimension, Vol. 1 (Paperback)

Dr. Cho so clearly desribes such basic truths about prayer and believing, and how the Word, in the presence of the Holy Spirit, does what it is purposed to do. He takes you through each step he took in his ministry, from praying for a bicycle - a certain bicycle - and God's answer to that prayer, to building his ministry and believing for large numbers of souls. The ministry in his teachings has quickened my spirit, and I can't wait to apply these methods in my personal life and use them to help others.