Go where the Sinners are

Primitive Pentecostal beliefs are grounded in biblical scripture and revolve around the concept of the Holy Spirit as a means of directly connecting to God and experiencing salvation. According to the Bible, after Jesus was resurrected and his disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter made a speech, recruiting 3,000 new believers. This event marks the birth of the Christian Church and is often referred to as the Day of Pentecost.

Under Primitive Pentecostalism, the Pentecostal experience is re-enacted through worship, prayer, and anticipation of the Holy Spirit's presence in individuals and the Church. This experience is characterized by a deep spiritual renewal, called the baptism of the Holy Spirit, a restoration of faith, and a passionate love for God and for one another.

In Primitive Pentecostal churches, many rituals and practices center around the receipt of the Holy Spirit. This usually involves a period of prayer and preparation before reception, in which the worshipper is baptized in the Holy Ghost and filled with the Spirit's power. This period of preparation is typically preceded by a period of quieting one's own mind. Once this has been accomplished, the worshiper may receive Pentecostal blessings and revelation.

In Primitive Pentecostal churches, worship generally involves music, spoken and silent prayer, and congregational singing. Alongside this, there is a particular focus on testimony, preaching, and teaching. During the period of preparation, testimony and preaching help to build faith, while teaching helps to cultivate wisdom and knowledge.

The goal of Prayer and receiving the gift of the Spirit is to encounter God in the church. This encounter is enabled through the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. Primitive Pentecostalism emphasizes that this transformative experience occurs in union with believers, which is often realized in an outpouring of love and praise for God and each other.

The power of the Spirit is highly sought after in Primitive Pentecostal churches, as it provides us with a direct way to communicate with God through both spiritual and physical experiences (such as speaking in tongues or receiving divine healings). Ultimately, this connection to God is the primary expression of faith for Primitive Pentecostals.

In sum, Primitive Pentecostal beliefs are centered on the concept of the Holy Spirit and its ability to initiate and renew faith, bring us into the presence of God, and fill us with wisdom and power. Through worship, prayer, and teaching, worshippers are able to receive the Spirit and experience renewal. Through this transformative process, believers are able to bear witness to God’s love and power, and deepen their faith.