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    Pentecostal Theology and Its Implications for Uganda’s Religiosity: A Biblical and Contextual Appraisal
    (Journal of Popular Education in Africa, 2026) Moses Stephen Isabirye
    The aim of this article was to investigate Pentecostal theology and its implications for Uganda’s Religiosity and spiritual dynamics. The article provides a biblical and contextual appraisal given the rapid changes which are taking place in religious spaces in Uganda and across the world. The article critically engages the doctrinal framework and experiential character of Pentecostal theology in Uganda and its implications for shaping religiosity in a rapidly growing Christian context. Drawing from biblical interpretation, ecclesial traditions, and ethnographic interviews, the study explores salvation, grace, the Trinity, Holy Spirit baptism, worship forms, rituals, and the prosperity gospel. The analysis is guided by a theological-reflective methodology, blending descriptive reporting with critical biblical evaluation. Findings reveal deep theological enthusiasm among Pentecostals, yet with gaps in doctrinal instruction and potential ethical distortions in prosperity preaching. The article concludes by recommending biblically grounded theological education and contextual liturgical practice to deepen authentic Christian formation.
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    The Contribution of Religious Communities to Social Services: A Case of African Indigenous Pentecostal Christianity of the Deliverance Church in Busoga, Uganda
    (Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies, 2026-03) Moses Stephen Isabirye
    This article examines the social contributions of African Indigenous Pentecostal Christianity (AIPC) through a case study of the Deliverance Church (DC) in Busoga, Uganda. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and focus group discussions with a sample of DC leaders and congregants across Busoga’s major congregations. The study involved 250 participants, selected through purposive and stratified sampling to ensure diverse representation. Data analysis included both quantitative and qualitative methods, enabling a comprehensive understanding of DC’s impact. Key findings reveal DC’s critical role in education, health, and economic empowerment. In education, DC established schools in underserved areas, addressing literacy gaps and promoting moral values. In health, DC’s AIDS Intervention Project (TAIP) provided holistic support during Uganda’s HIV and AIDS crisis, integrating spiritual and healthcare services to combat stigma and improve accessibility. Economic initiatives, such as Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs), further empowered families, fostering financial resilience. This study demonstrates how AIPC, through the DC, has driven sustainable community development, illustrating the transformative potential of religious organizations in providing social services tailored to local needs.