Pentecostalism
Pentecostalism
Pentecostalism (pronunciation: /ˌpɛntɪˈkɒstəlɪzəm/) is a form of Christianity that emphasizes the work of the Holy Spirit and the direct experience of the presence of God by the believer.
Etymology
The term Pentecostal is derived from Pentecost, the Greek name for the Jewish Feast of Weeks. Christians believe this event commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the followers of Jesus Christ, as described in the second chapter of the Book of Acts.
Beliefs
Pentecostals are distinguished by belief in the baptism with the Holy Spirit as an experience separate from conversion. This is often evidenced by speaking in tongues, known as glossolalia. Pentecostals also adhere to the doctrine of Spiritual Gifts and the belief in the literal return of Christ, known as Premillennialism.
Related Terms
- Charismatic Movement: A movement within many Christian denominations that emphasizes the gifts of the Spirit and the continual workings of the Holy Spirit within the body of believers.
- Evangelicalism: A worldwide, trans-denominational movement within Protestant Christianity that maintains the belief that the essence of the Gospel consists of the doctrine of salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ's atonement.
- Holiness Movement: A set of beliefs and practices emerging from 19th-century Methodism, and a number of evangelical denominations, parachurch organizations, and movements which emphasized those beliefs as a central doctrine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pentecostalism
- Wikipedia's article - Pentecostalism
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