Assemblies of God

The Assemblies of God is the world's largest Pentecostal denomination. Core beliefs include salvation by grace through faith, baptism in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues, divine healing, and the imminent return of Jesus Christ.

The Assemblies of God emphasizes the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a separate experience from salvation, often evidenced by speaking in tongues. Baptist churches generally do not practice spiritual gifts like tongues or healing in their services. AG worship also tends to be more expressive.

AG services feature contemporary praise and worship music, expressive prayer, and Bible-centered preaching. Services often include altar calls for salvation, healing, or prayer. Worship is participatory with raised hands, clapping, and sometimes spiritual gifts in operation.

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Expect a lively, welcoming atmosphere with contemporary music and an engaging sermon. Dress is typically casual. Services last about 75 to 90 minutes. Visitors are warmly greeted and are not pressured to participate in unfamiliar practices.