Questions tagged [denomination-survey]
For surveys of Christian denominations. For the concept of "denomination," see [denomination], and for comparing denominations, use [comparative-christianity]
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What denominations believe that all Christians have access to a direct self-authenticating experience of God?
My question is motivated by the following excerpt from William Lane Craig's Reasonable Faith article The Witness of the Holy Spirit:
Plantinga's model involves crucially what is usually called the ...
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Is Judith 1:1 historically incorrect and does it mean that it is not scripture?
In Judith 1:1 Nebuchadnezzar is said to be the king of the Assyrians; we know this to be an historical error because he was the was the king of the Babylonians, does this mean that Judith should not ...
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Are there Christian groups or denominations that believe that direct doxastic voluntarism is true (i.e. that atheists can choose to believe in God)?
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doxastic_voluntarism:
Doxastic voluntarism is a philosophical view that people elect their own beliefs.[1] That is, that subjects have a certain amount of control ...
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What is an overview for how protestants tend to regard progress in the spiritual life?
This question is similar to this one ("How is spiritual progress described in eastern monastic traditions?"). But mine is directed towards Protestants, and includes how they even speak of ...
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Is there any denomination where "co-parents-in-law" may not marry?
Same question as here but for Christianity. I don't see how a married couple's becoming step-siblings is any different from step-siblings' become a married couple. It's just a matter of which comes ...
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Which denominations teach there is an objective, theological standard of decent/modest dress?
What is appropriate for a person to wear? Do those standards change for men or women? How do we know? Why does this, which seems like an important topic, not have much of an explicit commandment in ...
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Does any denomination commemorate as Feast, events of the Old Testament?
Muslims across the world celebrated on 10th July, the Eid al-Adha to commemorate the obedience that Abraham showed to God's Will,by almost sacrificing his son. Abraham's obedience would later be ...
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Are there any denominations that do NOT practice "laying on of hands" with the specific goal of having a new believer receive the Holy Ghost?
In my previous question What denominations practice "laying on of hands" so that new converts may receive the Holy Ghost, and what manifestations are usually expected? I asked for examples ...
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What denominations practice "laying on of hands" so that new converts may receive the Holy Ghost, and what manifestations are usually expected?
This question is inspired by examples in the book of Acts:
14 Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, 15 who came down and ...
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Are there any apocryphal writings to suggest that Jesus used a cart to travel long distances?
Jesus traveled extensively during the period his Ministry. Gospels depict him travelling on foot and by boat, the former covering the total distance of approximately 3000 miles. Some individual ...
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Are there any conservative denominations that teach universalism?
When I say “conservative”, I’m thinking along the lines of a church that holds to Biblical Innerancy, the virgin birth, and Trinitarian doctrine. Are there any such denominations that adhere to those ...
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What denominations believe that a Book of Acts style of interaction with the Holy Spirit is still possible today?
Book of Acts (ESV):
Then the Spirit said to Philip, “Go up and join this chariot.” Acts 8:29
And when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord carried Philip away, and the eunuch saw him ...
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How many, if any, denominations hold that Adam and Eve were perfect before the fall?
This question asks how Adam and Eve could choose to sin if they were perfect, and in a personal conversation recently someone stated "They were a little bit depraved. Even 'very good' is not ...
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How do Christians discern between genuine dreams & visions from God and false dreams & visions from a different source (flesh, enemy)?
Dreams & visions - how do Christians discern between genuine dreams & visions from God and false dreams & visions from a different source (flesh, enemy)?
Are there any denominations that ...
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What are the beliefs of the Conservative Laestadian Church?
My question is about the European Conservative Laestadian Church in particular, but also about the Laestadian Lutheran Church (LLC), the American branch of the Laestadians.
I believe Conservative ...
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Which denominations teach that people who have not heard the Gospel can be saved through obedience to God?
According to the Catholics, Every man who is ignorant of the Gospel of Christ and of his Church, but seeks the truth and does the will of God in accordance with his understanding of it, can be saved.
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What does Jesus mean by saying “the son of peace” in Lk 10:6?
We read in Lk 10:5-6 (KJV), of the instruction given by Jesus to the disciples:
And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace be to this house.
And if the son of peace be there, your peace ...
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Which denominations have official flags?
Which denominations have official flags?
Catholics have the papal flag of Vatican City
The flag of Vatican City was adopted on 7 June 1929, the year Pope Pius XI signed the Lateran Treaty with Italy, ...
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What views are there on supplying weapons in a war?
In light of the conflict between Ukraine and the Russian Federation, a number of countries, including those with significant catholic and Protestant populations (as well as Christians in their ...
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What denominations believe that the fivefold ministry is available to women?
The concept of "fivefold ministry" comes from Ephesians 4:11-13:
11 And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work ...
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Which denominations teach that all Christians must obey all the 10 Commandments literally?
Which denominations teach that all Christians must obey all the 10 Commandments literally? Including, but not limited to, teaching that Christians must observe the Sabbath as it was understood by the ...
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What exactly does "Spirit-Filled" mean?
I recently saw this being used on a church website, where they describe themselves as "a regional, Spirit-filled, Word-based church led by Pastors Keith and Margie Nix."
Now, I understand &...
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Are there any denominations or Christian groups that teach the Bible is not inspired?
I know that there are a respectable number of denominations that hold to the idea that the scriptures aren’t innerant (free from error). But are there any that go as far as to teach that the ...
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Are there any Christian groups or denominations that believe that non-Christians have access to the power of the Holy Spirit?
In response to my question How does the power of the Holy Spirit manifest in Christians, as opposed to non-Christians who don't have access to this power?, a user commented:
Perhaps this question ...
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How do different denominations explain the apparent silence or hiddenness of God in our time?
It's a matter of fact that God's actions can be seen tangibly in the Old Testament and New Testament. Why did God so favor the ancient ancestors but seems to have left us now? How does God communicate ...
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Do any Christian groups or denominations teach reliable methods for scientifically minded individuals to seek and find God?
My question is inspired by an insightful chat discussion on this answer to the question How do Christians rebut Matt Dillahunty's objection that the resurrection of Jesus is untestable, ...
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Are there any Christian churches that believe in both Sola Scriptura and Continuationism?
Are there any Christian churches / denominations that simultaneously
adhere to Sola Scriptura and
believe that the gifts of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 12) are still available to the body of Christ?
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Are there modern cases (1900 - present) of heavenly visitations recognized and endorsed by a denomination?
If we assume that the testimony of Paul in 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 is veridical, it would seem very counterintuitive (to me) that experiences of heavenly visitations would never happen again. On the ...
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What is the difference between Sola Scriptura and the belief in a closed canon?
Does belief in Sola Scriptura entail belief in a closed canon?
Does belief in a closed canon entail belief in Sola Scriptura?
What is the difference between these two concepts?
Is it possible to ...
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Do any denominations consider the writings of any Apostolic or ante-Nicene Father to be inspired?
Do any denominations consider the writings of any Apostolic or ante-Nicene Father to be inspired and authoritative to establish doctrines? If so, what criteria are used to make such a determination?
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Do any denominations teach that the Pope is an antichrist?
I've heard the claim, mainly from Fundamentalists but also from some Lutherans, that the Pope is an antichrist. Are there any Protestant denominations that specifically teach this, whether it be in ...
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Are there any churches that encourage their members to tithe but not to keep the Sabbath (Friday sunset to Saturday sunset)?
My common sense tells me that there must be many such churches, but I'm having a hard time finding concrete examples on the web where this is officially stated in their doctrinal statement of faith.
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What is the largest database of denominations of Christianity?
This Wiki page lists many (hundreds of?) Christian denominations. But then there is the 40k denomination claim. Are there any more robust lists or databases cataloging the Christian denominations? I ...
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Do any denomination teach that Jesus was born in the Autumn?
Do any denominations teach that Christ was actually born in the Fall about Tabernacles?
Most Christians observe His birth on 12/25 (the same date, regardless of the day it falls), but though observing,...
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Does any Cessationist group or denomination officially recognize a modern miracle report as authentic?
Although Cessationists are known for their rejection of the charismatic gifts in modern times, that doesn't prevent a large proportion of them from being quite open to the possibility of modern ...
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Have any Christian denominations or high-profile churches publicly presented a theological case against 'vaccine passes' for churches?
Where I live, injection passes ('vaccine passes' or 'health passes') are widely used to discriminate against uninjected people in basic civic life and travel, including most recently the government ...
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Do any denominations teach how to bring about revival?
38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 For the promise ...
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Which denominations believe that demons can cause physical harm to Christians?
I just finished watching a testimony from a mature Pentecostal woman sharing her personal 'spiritual warfare' experiences, and she recounted a time when the demons would get physical with her and ...
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Are there any Trinitarian denominations that do not view belief in the Trinity as a "salvation issue"?
Trinitarians that subscribe to the Athanasian Creed believe, by definition, that rejection of the doctrine of the Trinity disqualifies one from salvation. Are there any Trinitarian denominations that ...
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Do any Christian groups pray for the sick to get healed of medically incurable diseases?
The practice of praying for the sick, anointing them with oil, is based on James 5:13-18 (ESV):
13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. 14 Is anyone ...
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Are there Christians that believe that God is a substance?
If there are groups that believe God is a substance, where is such a belief based? When did this belief started?
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Are there any denominations that are or have been both continuationist and non-Trinitarian?
Are there any denominations currently or throughout the history of Christianity that are or have been both continuationist and non-Trinitarian?
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Are there any sects that prohibit the use of images in general?
Are there any Christian sects that prohibit the use of images in general (even for art/entertainment)?
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Do any Christian groups or denominations not see having a definite doctrinal position on God's nature as essential for salvation?
Every time I revisit questions about God's nature on Biblical Hermeneutics Stack Exchange I can't help but come out with more doubts than convictions. For example, take a look at the following ...
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Which Christian groups or denominations believe in modern-day Theophanies?
Which denominations believe in modern-day Theophanies, i.e., that God still manifests/reveals Himself to individuals in extraordinary, supernatural ways today?
For the sake of having a common ...
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How do different denominations approach casting out heretics in the modern day church?
15 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. 16 You will recognize them by their fruits. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from ...
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Can demons manifest in bodily form in the physical, just like angels do in the Bible?
The Bible records many accounts of angels physically manifesting themselves to people, whether for the purpose of delivering a
message, or to get them out of trouble, etc. It also appears that most ...
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Which denomination had the largest percent of members who now profess atheism?
According to sociologists Ariela Keysar and Juhem Navarro-Rivera's review of numerous global studies on atheism, there are 450 to 500 million positive atheists and agnostics worldwide (7% of the world'...
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Which denominations believe in modern angelic interventions?
The Bible has tons of accounts where angelic beings paid a visit to our physical realm to carry out specific assignments. Concerning angels, Satan himself, while tempting Jesus in the desert, cited a ...
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Are there instances of miracles that are officially recognized by non-Catholic denominations?
The Catholic Church is well-known for its strictness in evaluating before officially accepting concrete instances of miracles. According to Wikipedia:
The Catholic Church believes miracles are works ...