Worship and Spirituality
Abstract
The rise of African Christian initiatives reflects efforts to recontextualize inherited traditions, incorporating African cultures and addressing the needs of marginalized communities. The engagement between scripture, African cultures, and social challenges is evident in various expressions, including the emphasis on revelation through dreams and visions, complex rituals, and the integration of traditional African practices with Christian worship. The chapter also addresses the theme of “double missionary vision,” where Christian missions have sometimes been complicit in unjust systems, while also recognizing instances of Christian figures challenging oppression and advocating for justice
Fields of Study & Subjects
Christian Theology and Mission
Pentecostalism and Christianity Studies
Theological Perspectives and Practices
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Edinburgh University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 340–351
- Publication date
- 22 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter