Are All Oneness Christians Apostolic By Default?

[Aquila]

I'd say that anyone who believes in Acts 2:38 salvation are "Apostolic", but not "Apostolic Pentecostal". Pentecostalism has a history and culture involving specific forms and fashions as it relates to how they interpret modesty/holiness that are often found in their dress codes. An "Apostolic" is simply one seeking the salvation originally received and taught by the Apostles (Acts 2:38).

For example, I believe in Acts 2:38 salvation, and so I identify as being "Apostolic". But I have a beard and I don't put much emphasis on the outward dress codes, etc., of Pentecostalism. As a result, I don't identify as being "Apostolic Pentecostal".

[Amanah]

Originally Posted by Aquila

I'd say that anyone who believes in Acts 2:38 salvation are "Apostolic", but not "Apostolic Pentecostal". Pentecostalism has a history and culture involving specific forms and fashions as it relates to how they interpret modesty/holiness that are often found in their dress codes. An "Apostolic" is simply one seeking the salvation originally received and taught by the Apostles (Acts 2:38).

For example, I believe in Acts 2:38 salvation, and so I identify as being "Apostolic". But I have a beard and I don't put much emphasis on the outward dress codes, etc., of Pentecostalism. As a result, I don't identify as being "Apostolic Pentecostal".

Pentecostal refers to the day of Pentecost and being baptized in the Spirit with the evidence of tongues.

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Amanah

Pentecostal refers to the day of Pentecost and being baptized in the Spirit with the evidence of tongues.

Biblically yes, you're right.

However, when we consider the term's cultural relevance in our day, the term "Pentecostal" denotes a faith based on the early revivalist movements of the early 1900's characterized by speaking in tongues, those organizations that came out of those movements, their forms and fashions as it relates to dress, congregational structure, music, etc.

A simple Google search on the term "Pentecostal" will demonstrate what I'm trying to explain.

[BuckeyeBukaroo]

Originally Posted by Aquila

I'd say that anyone who believes in Acts 2:38 salvation are "Apostolic", but not "Apostolic Pentecostal". Pentecostalism has a history and culture involving specific forms and fashions as it relates to how they interpret modesty/holiness that are often found in their dress codes. An "Apostolic" is simply one seeking the salvation originally received and taught by the Apostles (Acts 2:38).

For example, I believe in Acts 2:38 salvation, and so I identify as being "Apostolic". But I have a beard and I don't put much emphasis on the outward dress codes, etc., of Pentecostalism. As a result, I don't identify as being "Apostolic Pentecostal".

I'd say I'd have several questions for the person who said they were Apostolic but not Pentecostal.

[JoeBandy]

Originally Posted by BuckeyeBukaroo

I'd say I'd have several questions for the person who said they were Apostolic but not Pentecostal.

man go mop the grass or something. stop tweaking here on AFF.

[1ofthechosen]

Originally Posted by JoeBandy

man go mop the grass or something. stop tweaking here on AFF.

Lol I guess I'm not the only one that thought he was really a tweaker.

[Bro Flame]

Originally Posted by Aquila

I'd say that anyone who believes in Acts 2:38 salvation are "Apostolic", but not "Apostolic Pentecostal". Pentecostalism has a history and culture involving specific forms and fashions as it relates to how they interpret modesty/holiness that are often found in their dress codes. An "Apostolic" is simply one seeking the salvation originally received and taught by the Apostles (Acts 2:38).

For example, I believe in Acts 2:38 salvation, and so I identify as being "Apostolic". But I have a beard and I don't put much emphasis on the outward dress codes, etc., of Pentecostalism. As a result, I don't identify as being "Apostolic Pentecostal".

I see where you are coming from when distinguishing yourself with varying labels.

The problem is both "Apostolic" and "Pentecostal" are umbrella terms, and a multitude of people with varying beliefs will often call themselves one or the other. Even if we try to give a generalized definition of either, we can't do it. It's next to impossible.

I've heard holiness Apostolics say, "you can't even just say Apostolic because everyone's Apostolic and they don't believe like we do." Paraphrasing, of course.

But you get the point.