Articles of category "Charismata"

The charismata are one of the most controversial issues in modern day Christianity. While there is actually precious little in mainstream Christianity that is still hotly debated, this issue comes up time and again. As a matter of fact, churches have split over this issue and entirely new denominations have sprung up in support of them. What is it about the charismata that has some Christians running scared while it has others praising God?

Spiritual gifts have become the source of a huge debate between fundamental and Pentecostal leaders today. What are the controversial charismata? Are they still being given to believers today? If not, what was the original purpose of these gifts? They obviously existed or they would not be recorded in scripture. Here is a discussion about spiritual gifts and their relevance today.

There are plenty of stories about the Christmas stocking and how the tradition came to be. Most have been modified throughout the centuries to fit what each culture has become accustomed. However, no matter where the story of the tradition starts, one thing is certain. The Christmas stocking has become as regular a part of Christmas decorating as the tree itself.

Christians believe Jesus Christ is the son of God who was died for the sins of all Christians. Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and has become a popularly celebrated holiday by both religious Christians and non-practicing Christians. While many non-religious traditions, such as Christmas trees and Santa Claus, have dominated people's perception of the holiday, there are still many religious traditions in practice today. From Christmas spectacular performances to midnight mass, the true story of Christmas surfaces in many American customs.