Can someone explain to me the difference between Protestant and charismatic Pentecostal?

Answer 1

pentecostals are protestant

Protestantism (from "protestors") is one of three main groups of Christianity, typically referring to European churches that separated from the Roman Catholic Church during the Renaissance-era Protestant Reformation. A commonly given definition is merely "any Christian denomination which is not Roman Catholic or Orthodox Christian." The term "Protestant" now represents a diverse range of perspectives, denominations, individuals, and related organizations, all typically focused on a worship of Jesus and a deference to the New Testament over the Old.


The charismatic movement began with the adoption of certain beliefs typical of those held by Pentecostal Christians — specifically what are known as the biblical charisms or spiritual gifts: glossolalia(speaking in tongues), prophesying, etc. — by those within mainstream Protestant and Roman Catholic churches. Many charismatic Christians went on to form separate churches and denominations.

Charismatic is an umbrella term used to describe those Christians who believe that the manifestations of the Holy Spirit seen in the first century Christian Church, such as healing, miracles, prophecy and glossolalia (speaking in other tongues or languages), are available to contemporary Christians and ought to be experienced and practiced today. The word charismatic is derived from the Greek word χαρις (meaning a grace or a gift) which is the term used in the Bible to describe a wide range of supernatural experiences (especially in 1 Corinthians 12-14).

Often confused with Pentecostalism (which it was inspired by), charismatic Christianity tends to differ in key aspects: most charismatics reject the preeminence given by Pentecostalism to glossolalia, reject what they consider to be legalism sometimes associated with Pentecostalism, and often stay in their existing denominations such as Roman Catholic Charismatics.

Because of the continual cross-over between Pentecostalism and the modern charismatic movement, it is increasingly difficult to speak of charismatics and Pentecostals as being part of separate movements. Yet because neither movement is monolithic, it is also unfair to speak of them as being one movement either. The difference is primarily one of origins. Beliefs of the two groups are very similar; each movement, however, is unique in its historical beginnings. Having been conceived in unique contexts, the difference may secondarily be described in terms of contrasting church cultures evidenced through each movement's manners and customs (i.e., worship styles, preaching styles, altar ministry methods). Until a more acceptable broad nomenclature is used, it needs to be understood that both movements share a great deal in common, and yet can sometimes be clearly differentiated.

Answer 2

When I got saved around twenty some years ago there were the Pentecostals and the Charismatics which were the same in their beliefs as far as I could tell. The only difference I could see were that the Pentecostals were Protestant and the Charismatics were Catholics. But they both believed in Salvation or being Born-Again, The Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the active gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Answer 3

Charismatic Pentecoastal is a Protestant denomination. In the Christian church, you are either Catholic or Protestant.

I consider myself a charismatic pentecostal christian saved from the evil of mainline denomination churches. . . well, one denomination in particualar, can't speak for them all. Charismatic churches tend to emphasis on the power of the Holy Spirit in the believer. Before I'm misquoted, the Holy Spirit dwells in ALL Christians, not just charismatic or pentecostal Christians. In the Power of God that is made available through the Holy Spirit is more manifest in the Charismatic and Pentecostal churches even though it is present in ALL Christian churches, and that is only because it is taught more then in other churches.

There are people who consider themselves charismatic/pentecostal that are members of both Catholic and mainline denominational churches.

Answer 4

Protestants are any branch of Christianity other than the Catholic and Orthodox churches.
"Charismatic" Pentacostalism is a branch of Protestantism that believes in things many other "fundementalist" sects believe: speaking in toungues, faith healing, and other practices of pure faith considered outside the mainstream of Christian practices. They are often lead by a preacher (who often has little formal religious education) with a charismatic ablity to attract others to the cause.

Answer 5

They are both Protestant - but Pentecostals ("charisms" = gifts of the Holy Spirit) believe in the outward signs of the gifts - tongues, healings, prophesies, etc.) - and emphasize them more.

Answer 6

Protestants are a very large and diverse group - they are all the Christians who are not Catholic or Eastern Orthodox.

Pentecostals are a type of Protestant. Their distinguishing feature is their emphasis on speaking in tongues, prophesying, faith healing, and such.

As you can imagine, they are a controversial group!

Answer 7

Pentecostals have the gift of speaking in tongues

Answer 8

Pentacostals are Protestant. However the United Penecostal Church ("Oneness") do not adhere to the Christian doctrine of the trinity, and have been called heretical. I have dear friends who are Oneness Penecostals, and it is my opinion that Jesus loves them as much as He loves me....but you should check into any religious groups "doctrine of belief" before you buy into their theology. Check it against Scripture.

Answer 9

protestantism is one part of christianity and pentecostal is a part of protestantism


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protestantism

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charismatic_movement

i hope this helps you out at all