AN EXAMINATION OF FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR DIVISIONS BETWEEN PENTECOSTAL AND PROTESTANT CHURCHES IN EDO STATE NIGERIA

Abstract

Ever since the coming of Christianity into Nigeria up to this time, the growth of Christian worshippers and the establishment of churches has being on an increase. In this research work, the introduction of Pentecostal and Protestant churches in Nigeria was examined. This research explores some of the theological themes that became the turning point of Christianity, the theological teachings of Pentecostal and Protestant Churches on unity in Nigeria were reviewed as well as the effects of divisions on Churches. The Establishment, Growth and Development of Pentecostal and protestant churches was reviewed. The Church of Jesus is increasing in division instead of unity. This study sought established the factors responsible for divisions among Pentecostal and Protestant churches. The causes of division of Protestant and Pentecostal in Nigeria are diverse and varied ranging from leadership ambition to numerous other factors which we have classified it into political, economic, social and spiritual factors.