The role of the theology of retribution in the growth of Pentecostal-Charismatic churches in Africa

This article considers the contribution of the theology of retribution to the growth of Pentecostal-charismatic churches in Africa. It argues that the beliefs and practices of African Pentecostal-charismatic churches uphold the theology of retribution. The success of prophecy and healing in these ch...

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Published in:Verbum et ecclesia
Main Author: Kangwa, Jonathan (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Univ. [2016]
In: Verbum et ecclesia
Year: 2016, Volume: 37, Issue: 1, Pages: 1-9
IxTheo Classification:KBN Sub-Saharan Africa
KDG Free church
NBC Doctrine of God
NBK Soteriology
Further subjects:B Miracles
B Theology of retribution
B African Pentecostal-charismatic churches
B Healing
B Prophecy
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