Influences of Pentecostalism on the Mainline Churches in Nigeria

Abstract

Generally, religious influence has a gradual and progressive development in the history of every Nation and society. The focus of this paper is the religious experience, challenges and influences of Pentecostal churches on mainline churches in Nigeria. The emergence of Pentecostalism on the religious landscape of Nigeria has influenced the mainline churches in so many ways, Pentecostalism has penetrated and influence the mainline churches both positively and negatively. The methodology to be adopted is historical and phenomenological. The activities of the Pentecostal churches have effectively influenced the mainline churches in Nigeria. This study will take a critical look at the influences of Pentecostalism on the mainline churches in Nigeria.