Pentecostalism
Pentecostalism, also called Pentecostal movement, movement is a Protestant evangelical differentiating itself from others by the importance given to the gifts of the Holy Spirit , such as those manifested in the I century by the apostles and other faithful gathered at the day of Pentecost.
Pentecostalism is similar to the movement charismatic , but developed earlier (at least in the U.S.) and separated from the mainstream of the Church. Charismatic Christians, at least in the early stages of their movements tended to remain in their respective names.
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Pentecostals believe that everyone can be saved by faith in Jesus as Lord and Saviour for the forgiveness (or remission) of sins to be made acceptable to God. Pentecostals believe in water baptism as a sign outside a public commitment to walk with Jesus. The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a distinct experience that anyone believing in Jesus can receive. Pentecostals believe that baptism of the Holy Spirit is always accompanied initially by the outward manifestation of speaking in tongues , the tongues. That's the major difference between Pentecostal and charismatic Christians, who believe themselves a Christian baptized in the Holy Spirit must exhibit other physical signs instead of speaking in tongues. Most major Pentecostal movements, however, reject the idea that someone is not saved until he had spoken language. Pentecostals also typically believe that the Bible has supreme authority and final in matters of faith.
Theology
Most Pentecostal denominations professing a theology evangelical Christian , with an emphasis on the veracity of the Bible and the need for a transformation of the individual's life through faith in Jesus. Most Pentecostals adhere to the doctrine of biblical inerrancy. Pentecostals differ from fundamentalists by placing greater emphasis on personal spiritual experience.
Dr. Jackie David Johns noted that the scriptures have a special place in the Pentecostal vision of the world because the Holy Spirit is still active in the Bible. For Pentecostals, meet the Scriptures is to encounter God, the Scriptures are the main reference point for communion with God and a model for understanding the world.
Baptism in the Holy Spirit / Glossolalia
One of the most visible distinguishing Pentecostalism and other forms of evangelical Christianity is the emphasis on the work of the Holy Spirit. Pentecostals believe that the Holy Spirit dwells in all who are truly saved and worked through them. But unlike most other Christians, they believe there is a second work of the Holy Spirit, the baptism in the Holy Spirit , who opens the believer to a closer communion with the Holy Spirit and empowers the Christian service.
The speaking in tongues , also known as glossolalia , is the first evidence (but not the only evidence or sufficient evidence) of the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Most major Pentecostal churches also accept the corollary that those who do not speak in tongues have not received the blessing of baptism in the Holy Spirit. This statement is unique to Pentecostals and is one of the differences with the charismatic theology.
Pentecostals believe it is essential to repentance for the remission of sins and believe in Jesus as Savior. They believe that baptism in the Holy Spirit is an additional donation that is given to believers, but it is not a condition for salvation as the baptism of water.
Affixing Hand / Healing
Pentecostals also insist on the placement of hands on the sick, and believe in divine healing possible when modern medicine can not find a cure, not only in this case. In fact, this recovery may occur in the case of a failure of medicine to heal the sick but also in the case of diseases that can easily be cured by medicine. The true condition of divine healing is the will of God for the person and faith (faith without any miracles).
Relying on church history, Dr. Dale A. Robbins refutes the assertion that the charismatic gifts have disappeared shortly after the apostolic age. For this, he quotes Irenaeus of Lyons (130-202) who wrote: "... we hear many brethren in the Church who have gifts of prophecy and speaking in tongues by the Spirit, and who also bring to light the secret things of men for their benefit .... " He also cites the sentence of Irenaeus: "When God found it necessary, and that the church prayed and fasted much, they accomplished miraculous things, to bring the mind to a dead man. "According to him, Tertullian (155-230) reported similar events, as Origen (182-251), Eusebius of Caesarea (260-339), Firmilian (232-269) and John Chrysostom (347-407) Trinity Most Pentecostal churches and denominations accept a Trinitarian theology in agreement with orthodox Protestantism. The largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, the Assemblies of God , adheres to this belief. However, some Pentecostal churches adhere to the belief that the traditional doctrine of the Trinity is unbiblical. They believe that only God has revealed himself in different roles rather than three distinct persons. However, large organizations Pentecostal Trinitarian theology that condemned as a heresy and refuse to admit as members those churches adhering to this belief. Most Pentecostal churches believe that testifying to non-believers (and not necessarily to convert them) is extremely important - sometimes more than other denominations. Spread the "gospel of the kingdom of God, given directly by Jesus before his ascension, is a commandment found in Mark 16:15 and Matthew 28:19-20. The generosity, first in finance but also in regard to time spent, etc.. is also considered very important by most Pentecostal churches. Some churches spend large sums on missions per year - that is to say, go in the world and get people to know the message of Christ. This mainly includes practical actions such as providing food, water, ministries to prisons, education, etc.. It should be noted that the emphasis on conversion and generous donations is in no way an exclusively Pentecostal theology. This movement dates from the early twentieth century , to France. Generally attributed the birth of Pentecostalism in the "awakening" said Azusa Street to the United States and also to that of Wales. Pentecostalism is initially derived from Methodism , himself a product of Anglicanism , however, other Protestant churches have joined, and sometimes called the church "pentecostalisation" or charismatic Pentecostal unofficially, but sharing all or part of Pentecostal theology, including the gifts of the Spirit. The first French branch, origin, consists of the " Assemblies of God "commonly called ADD in France "equivalent of the" Assembly of God "U.S.. However, the "Assemblies of God in France" at arm's length with their U.S. counterparts, if not the fraternal bond that unites Christians worldwide. Moreover, the "Assemblies of God in France" stood out for their American sisters by speaking out against the war and all forms of violence and hegemony (Iraq war included ...) or on the question of pastoral ministry female (not recognized in France). The "Assemblies of God in France" brotherly ties with other churches belonging to the Protestant movement in France and abroad. The "Assemblies of God" have a major presence in many countries, including Cuba , the Egypt , of India , the Indonesia and Nigeria. The Indian Pentecostal Church of God and United Pentecostal Church International are among the major Pentecostal denominations in India. Other names in France are from the Pentecostal heritage: Movement and Light Life , Apostolic Churches, the Federation of Full Gospel Churches of France (FEPEF), the Evangelical Missionary Federation (WEF), the Christian Congregation in France - list is not exhaustive. The Pentecostals are particularly prevalent in Brazil , where John Paul II was criticized them they proselytize Catholics. The Lord's Church (Church of the Lord), movement of Aladura , is a name most of Nigeria. Regarding the "Assemblies of God in France" On the history of Pentecostalism in France Some references to the sociology of Pentecostalism: See also Evangelism
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