The first time I visited a charismatic church, I experienced a delightful culture shock! The atmosphere was electric, with a fantastic band playing, and people dancing and celebrating joyfully all around. In stark contrast to my Baptist roots, where somber, funeral-like music played as we entered the church, followed by singing only the first, second, and fourth verses of hymns with the choir, this was a breath of fresh air.
The vibrant energy and enthusiastic expressions of faith were refreshing, reminding me that worship can take many forms. It opened my eyes to the beauty of diverse worship experiences.