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1 | what is a charismatic church | Bible general Archive 1 | EdB | 52702 | ||
Justme Your probably right most do consider themselves Charismatic. The term Pentecostal and Charismatic have become almost synonymous. Again let me explain, Pentecostal is basically the belief that the gifts of the Spirit function today as they did in the first church. Charismatic is basically a form of behavior in the a Pentecostal church. In the early days of Pentecostalism, since is was birthed in the Holiness movement, very thing was done quite proper and very orderly. A Pentecostal meeting comprised of some really good “whole” Gospel preaching and often a message or two with interpretation in tongues, and a lot of prayer. Prayer was the most important thing and tarrying at the altar for hours was the norm. Women wore very long dresses and no makeup and never cut their hair. Men dressed for the most part normally but would never wear ties. Neither sex wore any jewelry except wedding rings. If there was any dancing or such it was done only under the direction of the Holy Spirit. Later as people started to seek more of the sensational rather than the supernatural things did happen. People looked for manifestations and they became more frequent. It stated with Jericho marches (walking around the church worshipping God) going out in the Spirit, prayer lines, healing lines In some churches there were those that ran the pews (jump from the back of one pew to next the length of the church.) and Holy rolling (somersaulting up the aisles). People claimed this was done under the influence of the Holy Spirit and many of the more outlandish actions quickly got the Pentecostal movement labeled as Holy Roller. Eventually most of this sort of activity stopped although some churches still have Jericho marches and dancing in the Spirit. Most have prayer lines and going out in the Spirit. In around the 60’s a phenomena started with choreographed dance and flags and ‘spirited’ singing of choruses. This all lead to the what we could call the Charismatic movement. Soon a church was judge on how “alive” it was, how upbeat the music. Organs were replaced with keyboards and Pianos with drum, guitars and such. Soon a service contained 30-60 minutes of chorus singing, followed by 30 minute – 2 hours of preaching. Dancing or physical movement and waving of the arms became accepted and soon a church had to conform to the new or die. Today there are Pentecostal churches that have an order of service very similar to Presbyterian or Methodist churches in that they sing from hymnals, have responsive readings, and almost a liturgy. Then there are others very Charismatic, where the senses and emotions are stimulated into worship. They play the latest music, have upbeat praise and worship singers and usually full praise bands, laser lights, smoke machines. Most people 50 and over in Pentecostal churches call themselves Pentecostal those younger tend to think of themselves as Charismatic Pentecostals. Although the Pentecostal aspect is getting shoved back Unfortunately in many churches prayer, holiness, and much more is getting left behind. I hope this sheds more light EdB |
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2 | what is a charismatic church | Bible general Archive 1 | justme | 52736 | ||
EdB. Comming from my background where I was taught to sit or sing and be very controled, this is hard to imagine. I am sure by what you say it meets you need for worship. I am glad you are happy. Agape, justme |
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3 | what is a charismatic church | Bible general Archive 1 | EdB | 52789 | ||
Justme I came from a similar background as you. I do see much of what goes on today as nothing more than flesh and emotions. However I wonder what heaven will be like. Does anyone really believe we will sit around very controlled or do you think we will be falling on our face and worshipping? Does anyone think the crowds will be very controled or dancing and shouting as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords passes by? Maybe we had better get use to here on earth so it won't be such a shock in heaven. Just a thought. EdB |
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4 | what is a charismatic church | Bible general Archive 1 | justme | 52793 | ||
EdB: John 3:16 The far greater event will to see Jesus. Why he loves my rotten soul, I would love to hear Him Say. Why He did and rescue me, for such a speck of dirt. Perhaps the secomd will be tha change in my disposition where my attitude will love rather thanhave pride or hurt some wounded brethern. Thery is so much To say I don't know how or why, but love will abide. agape, justme |
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5 | what is a charismatic church | Bible general Archive 1 | EdB | 52827 | ||
Justme "The far greater event will to see Jesus". ?? Brother that was what I was talking about!!!! Seeing Jesus!! Do you really think anyone will be able to act controlled and ridgid. Or will we be like Isaiah? Falling on our face crying whoa is me for I'm a person of unclean lips that lives among people with unclean lips. At which point Jesus will reach out His hand and say child of Mine not your righteousness but MINE!!! What a glorious day that will be!!!! Jesus come quickly!!!! I do believe there might be some singing and shouting!!!! EdB |
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