Evangelicalism

usgb/ˌiːvænˈdʒelɪkəlɪzəm/
noun

A Christian movement that believes in the importance of personal faith in Jesus Christ and the authority of the Bible.

The increase in number of followers of evangelicalism in the 20th century was quite significant.
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Often appears as...

  • protestant evangelicalism
  • evangelicalism movement

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Religious Specificity

Evangelicalism is tied to specific Christian beliefs; it's not used for other religions.

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His conversion story highlighted his embrace of evangelicalism.
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Personal Faith Focus

Emphasizes a personal relationship with Jesus rather than just church attendance.

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She found her true connection to evangelicalism through personal prayer.
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Bible Emphasis

Followers of evangelicalism see the Bible as the ultimate authority on their beliefs.

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Evangelicalism guided him to study the Bible regularly.
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