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Movement18th century onward · Britain and North America

Evangelical Christianity

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Overview

Evangelical Christianity is a cross-cutting movement rather than one denomination, found in Anglican, Baptist, Reformed, Pentecostal, independent, and other settings.

History

It has roots in Reformation, Pietist, Puritan, revivalist, and missionary histories, with especially influential modern developments in Britain and North America.

Beliefs and emphases

Commonly cited emphases include the authority of Scripture, the centrality of Christ's saving work, conversion, evangelism, discipleship, and active faith. The movement has substantial theological and political diversity.

Worship and practice

Worship forms range from liturgical to contemporary and are shaped by the host tradition or church.

Organisation and life

It has no universal governing body; networks, denominations, and local churches organise independently.

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