Keywords
pneumatology
ecclesiology
Pentecostal spirituality
Christology
Church leadership
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Abstract
This paper explores dimensions of Pentecostal spirituality, considering its individual, collective, and missional aspects and how they intersect with late systematic theologian Clark H. Pinnock’s theology of the Spirit and the church. A classical Logos-centred Christology, by which a traditional Pentecostal spirituality has been influenced and shaped, is contrasted with Pinnock’s perspectives on the role of the Spirit in Christology and ecclesiology. Furthermore, the study examines Pentecostal spirituality through the lens of Pinnock’s theology, analysing the dynamic interplay between individual God encounters, collective worship, and missional outreach. I argue that overemphasising any single aspect risks neglecting the others. While affirming the Spirit’s centrality in ecclesiology, I underscore the need for a balanced focus on these three dimensions to cultivate a holistic Pentecostal spirituality.
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