> In West African religions (like those of the Yoruba or Fon), spirits "descend" and take over a person’s body. When these groups encountered the Christian idea of the Holy Spirit, it felt familiar. This led directly to "speaking in tongues" and "being slain in the Spirit."> Just as West African cultures relied on griots (storytellers), Evangelicalism prioritizes the oral testimony. It’s not about how many degrees the pastor has; it’s about his ability to "feel the spirit" and tell a powerful story that moves the crowd.> Spiritual Warfare: Modern Evangelicals often talk about "spiritual warfare" and "binding demons." This mirrors the African tradition of engaging with spirits to protect the community.> Healing: The focus on "faith healing" in many tent revivals and megachurches shares a direct lineage with African traditional medicine, where the priest or healer addresses both the body and the soul.
