Pentecostal Theology and Its Implications for Uganda’s Religiosity: A Biblical and Contextual Appraisal

Abstract

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.