The Charismatic Movement and Liberal Christianity

[LynneClomina]

I have thought that Charismatics were on the low end of the "fundamentalist" scale. They are somewhat "freer" in their lifestyles and less "Stodgy" than some of their "Pentecostal" brethren. We may find ourselves in an uncomfortable alliance with liberal Christians because of this.

because of this.....

why? does freer and less stodgy equate with allowing sin? veering away from the bible? etc?

seems to me the most liberal denominations and groups are some of the most mainstream denominations, and are NOT charismatic - united church, anglican (yeah, i know not all, but it's there), methodist, etc.

seems to me that it is not accurate to equate charismatic churches with liberalism.

btw, our church is very charismatic and modern, but very bible based and very NON liberal.

 

[LynneClomina]

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Aren't Pentecostals Charismatic?

sort of. though they operate in the "charisma" (spiritual gifts), pentecostals are more structured. charismatics are a little looser, a little MORE "charisma" showing. i think, also, that charismatics tend to be less hierarchical in the church - there seems to be more emphasis of the priesthood of the believer - every believer, and that every joint supplies for the body - not just the pastors and elders.

that's my understanding, anyways.

 

[TasManOfGod]

I think of it this way
You cant be charismatic without being Bible based
You cant be liberal christian if you are Bible based

blessing
Tas

 

[LynneClomina]

I think of it this way
You cant be charismatic without being Bible based
You cant be liberal christian if you are Bible based

blessing
Tas

amen!

well said.