He exalts Christ. Genesis 1:2630; 2:5, 7, 1822; 3; 9:6; Psalms 1; 8:36; 32:15; 51:5; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 17:5; Matthew 16:26; Acts 17:2631; Romans 1:1932; 3:1018, 23; 5:6, 12,19; 6:6; 7:1425; 8:1418, 29; 1 Corinthians 1:2131; 15:19, 2122; Ephesians 2:122; Colossians 1:2122; 3:911. Second, the 2000 revision of the BF&M removed the assertion that the person of Jesus Christ was to be the exegetical standard by which the Bible was to be interpreted,[citation needed][c] and replaced it with the last sentence in the quotation below. The establishment and continuance of local churches is clearly taught and defined in the New Testament . We believe that the command to give the Gospel to the world is clear and unmistakable, and this commission was given to the churches. The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is Gods revelation of Himself to man. Statement of Faith . The will of the local church is final on all matters of membership, policy, procedure, government, discipline, and benevolence. . God has ordained the family as the foundational institution of human society. It reveals the principles by which God judges us, and therefore is, and will remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and religious opinions should be tried. 2. The living in Christ shall then be caught up to meet the Lord in the air without tasting death, and all shall be caught up to meet the Lord in the air before the seventieth week of Daniel. The change was made over concerns that some groups were elevating the recorded words of Jesus[d] in Scripture over other Scriptural passages (or, in some cases, claiming that Jesus' silence on an issue held priority over other passages explicitly discussing a topic, an example being homosexuality). (Exodus 20:1; 32:16; Jeremiah 30:2; Matthew 5:18; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21), We believe there is one and only one living and true God. A spokesman for Prestonwood Baptist Church, where Mr. Graham is pastor, said the church "categorically denies" the way the report characterizes an incident under his leadership in which it . The New Hampshire Confession of Faith was drawn up by the Rev. 1:2627; 1 Cor. An adequate system of Christian education is necessary to a complete spiritual program for Christs people. It summarizes key Southern Baptist thought in the areas of the Bible and its authority, the nature of God as expressed by the Trinity, the spiritual condition of man, God's plan of grace and salvation, the purpose of the local church, ordinances, evangelism, Christian education, interaction . Insults, slurs and other forms of derogatory speech or actions have no place in a Christian community or thoughtful dialogue, and will be worthy of disciplinary action. We believe that the salvation of sinners is wholly of grace through the mediatorial offices of the Son of God, who by the appointment of the Father, freely took upon Him our nature, yet without sin, honored the divine law by His personal obedience, and by His death made a full and vicarious atonement for our sins; that His atonement consisted not in setting us an example by His death as a martyr, but was the voluntary substitution of Himself in the sinner's place, the Just dying for the unjust, Christ the Lord, bearing our sins in His own body on the tree; and that, having risen from the dead, He is now enthroned in heaven and uniting in His wonderful person the tenderest sympathies with divine perfection. He calls men to the Saviour, and effects regeneration. Genesis 1:2628; 2:1525; 3:120; Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 6:49; Joshua 24:15; 1 Samuel 1:2628; Psalms 51:5; 78:18; 127; 128; 139:1316; Proverbs 1:8; 5:1520; 6:2022; 12:4; 13:24; 14:1; 17:6; 18:22; 22:6,15; 23:1314; 24:3; 29:15, 17; 31:1031; Ecclesiastes 4:912; 9:9; Malachi 2:1416; Matthew 5:3132; 18:25; 19:39; Mark 10:612; Romans 1:1832; 1 Corinthians 7:116; Ephesians 5:2133; 6:14; Colossians 3:1821; 1 Timothy 5:8, 14; 2 Timothy 1:35; Titus 2:35; Hebrews 13:4; 1 Peter 3:17. It excludes boasting and promotes humility. Watch Live Here : https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https://bit.ly/Highschoolbasketball_BoysThe Faith Baptist (Davison, MI) varsity . Isaiah 2:4; Matthew 5:9, 3848; 6:33; 26:52; Luke 22:36, 38; Romans 12:1819; 13:17; 14:19; Hebrews 12:14; James 4:12. (John 14:3; 1 Corinthians 15:51-52; 1 Thessalonians 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17; Titus 2:13; Revelation 19:11-21; Revelation 20:1-6). Korean For every article of our statement of faith rests upon the foundation of Christ: We exalt Him as our only hope and source for the forgiveness of sin, and the grace of salvation. (Genesis 1 and 2; John 1:3; Colossians 1:16.). We believe that repentance and faith are solemn obligations, and also inseparable graces, wrought in our souls by the quickening Spirit of God. Our statement of faith is adapted from the New Hampshire Confession of Faith which in turn derives in faithful adherence to the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. (John 10:28-29; Romans 8:35-39; Philippians 1:6; Jude 1). According to His promise, Jesus Christ will return personally and visibly in glory to the earth; the dead will be raised; and Christ will judge all men in righteousness. Sexual misconduct that is prohibited includes (but may not be limited to) disorderly lewd conduct, indecent or obscene conduct or expression, involvement with pornography, premarital sex, adultery, pedophilia, homosexual conduct and all forms of same-sex dating, or any other conduct that violates biblical standards. The new birth of the one who was dead in trespasses and sins is made a partaker of the divine nature and receives eternal life, the free gift of God. Each church, however, is to depend solely upon the Holy Bible for Faith and Practice. Editorial, BGCT's new fund for missionaries, chaplaincy board expands SBC rift, "The Baptist Faith and Message, accessed January 20, 2007", An Analysis of the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, Baptist Faith & Message (2000, with Scripture references), Comparison of 1925, 1963 and 2000 Baptist Faith and Message (the 1963 version contains the 1998 amendment), https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Baptist_Faith_and_Message&oldid=1135399518, No inclusion of more restrictive views of eschatology, such as. Boston Baptist College supports the conscientious pursuit of life in submission to biblical principles. Repentance and faith are inseparable experiences of grace. Magistrates are to be prayed for, conscientiously honored, and obeyed, except in things opposed to the will of our Lord Jesus Christ, Who is the only Lord of the conscience and the coming King of kings. Means and methods used for the improvement of society and the establishment of righteousness among men can be truly and permanently helpful only when they are rooted in the regeneration of the individual by the saving grace of God in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God, fully divine. An independent, fundamental church in Royal Center, Indiana Joel Sharp, Pastor, Prayer Meeting & Bible Study STATEMENT OF FAITH. Examples of such work would include course material, books or articles written, video presentation, online courses, or software developed. A New Testament church of the Lord Jesus Christ is an autonomous local congregation of baptized believers, associated by covenant in the faith and fellowship of the gospel; observing the two ordinances of Christ, governed by His laws, exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by His Word, and seeking to extend the gospel to the ends of the earth. She, being in the image of God as is her husband and thus equal to him, has the God-given responsibility to respect her husband and to serve as his helper in managing the household and nurturing the next generation. Many us of have good answers to these questions, but are they the right answers? Champion In His incarnation as Jesus Christ, He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. By his free choice man sinned against God and brought sin into the human race. We do consider the knowledge, belief, and acceptance of the truth as set forth in this doctrinal statement to be essential to sound faith and practice. Genesis 3:15; Exodus 3:14-17; 6: . The Lords Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby members of the church, through partaking of the bread and the fruit of the vine, memorialize the death of the Redeemer and anticipate His second coming. ; Judges 7:21; Ezra 1:34; 2:6869; 5:1415; Nehemiah 4; 8:15; Matthew 10:515; 20:116; 22:110; 28:1920; Mark 2:3; Luke 10:1ff. There are several Baptist Associations that have been formulated for their volunteer member churches. The performance of professional responsibilities in the context of this educational institution is consistent with this intent and with the standards found in Scripture. Genesis 1:2; Judges 14:6; Job 26:13; Psalms 51:11; 139:7ff. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. (Exodus 18:21-22; Exodus 22:28; 2 Samuel 23:3; Daniel 3:10-18; Matthew 22:21; Acts 4:27-29; Acts 5:29; Acts 23:5; Romans 13:1-7), We believe in the sovereign selection of Israel as Gods eternal covenant people. They shall be cast into the Lake of Fire, not to be annihilated, but to suffer everlasting punishment. Genesis 12:13; Exodus 19:58; 1 Samuel 8:47, 1922; Isaiah 5:17; Jeremiah 31:31ff. Marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman in covenant commitment for a lifetime. (Ezekiel 28:13-19; Matthew 25:41; Mark 5:1-20; Luke 2:13; Luke 9:26; Luke 10:18; Luke 15:10), We believe that civil government is of divine appointment for the interests and good order of human society. By "The Holy Bible" we mean that collection of sixty-six books, from Genesis to Revelation, which, as originally written, does not only contain and convey the Word of God but IS the very Word of God. Parents are to demonstrate to their children Gods pattern for marriage. Our Statement of Faith summarizes essential Christian beliefs, shows unity in Christ, and guards the church from error. There are a few differing opinions on the origin of the Baptist church. Sexual relations, of any kind, outside the confines of biblically-modeled marriage, even when consensual, are inconsistent with the teaching of Scripture, as well as the preponderance of Christian teaching in the church throughout history. The Family. The Scriptures The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God's revelation of Himself to man. All Christians are under obligation to seek to make the will of Christ supreme in our own lives and in human society. The other four that were expelled are New Faith Mission Ministry in Griffin, Ga.; St. Timothy's Christian Baptist Church in Baltimore; Calvary Baptist Church in Jackson, Miss. Autonomy and independence of the Local Church. Therefore, all Scripture is totally true and trustworthy. Christianity is the faith of enlightenment and intelligence. Baptism Mission In our mission of Connecting people to Jesus and one another, Southeast Christian Church has grown into a unified multisite community. A Statement of Faith is just a summary. Article I. It summarizes key Southern Baptist thought in the areas of the Bible and its authority, the nature of God as expressed by the Trinity, the spiritual condition of man, God's plan of grace and salvation, the purpose of the local church, ordinances, evangelism, Christian education, interaction with society, religious liberty, and the family. Christian people throughout the world should pray for the reign of the Prince of Peace. Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Only the grace of God can bring man into His holy fellowship and enable man to fulfill the creative purpose of God. Genesis 1:1; Isaiah 9:67; Jeremiah 23:56; Matthew 3:2; 4:810, 23; 12:2528; 13:152; 25:3146; 26:29; Mark 1:1415; 9:1; Luke 4:43; 8:1; 9:2; 12:3132; 17:2021; 23:42; John 3:3; 18:36; Acts 1:67; 17:2231; Romans 5:17; 8:19; 1 Corinthians 15:2428; Colossians 1:13; Hebrews 11:10, 16; 12:28; 1 Peter 2:410; 4:13; Revelation 1:6, 9; 5:10; 11:15; 2122. Pre-Millennial, KJV Baptist Church. We believe positional sanctification occurs at the moment of regeneration and practical sanctification is to be progressive throughout the entire life span of the believer. ; 20:1ff. Thurs. Matthew 3:11; Acts 2:4 God gives all believers spiritual gifts. Therefore, we believe creation to be approximately 6000 years old. The true remedy for the war spirit is the gospel of our Lord. We further believe that from the time of Christ until now God has continued to provide complete and chronological evidence through the writers of history. Of Repentance and Faith. by which to know the Father, than through the Son (John 14:6). Here are 10 things to know about Baptists and their beliefs. (John 3:16; 1 Corinthians 15:1-5), We believe in the bodily resurrection of our Lord Who ascended into Heaven and is now seated at the right hand of the Father. With these thoughts in mind, it is an honor to be considered a Baptist, but we must take heed lest we fall. Repentance is a genuine turning from sin toward God. Election is the gracious purpose of God, according to which He regenerates, justifies, sanctifies, and glorifies sinners. The Scriptures . He ascended into heaven and is exalted at the right hand of God the Father where He is our Advocate and High Priest, the One Mediator, fully God, fully man, in whose Person is effected the reconciliation between God and man. (Mark 9:43-48; Luke 16:19-26; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9; Revelation 20:11-15), (Statement of Faith ratified February 5th, 2017), exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by His Word. Therefore, as soon as they are capable of moral action, they become transgressors and are under condemnation. ; Acts 1:1314; 2:1ff. We do not believe in the reversal of the order. (Luke 23:43; 2 Corinthians 5:8-10; Philippians 1:23; Philippians 3:21; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Revelation 20:4-6), We believe the souls of unbelievers remain in conscious misery after death until the second resurrection when the soul and body are reunited and they shall appear at the Great White Throne Judgment. He is our High Priest and Divine Advocate with the Father. We must remember that first and foremost, we are Christians blood-bought, eternally saved, Christ professing, grace given, mercy receiving, repentant sinners who the Father in heaven has spared from the fiery pits of Hell! Exodus 17:12; 18:17ff. In fact, I can recall a time or two I have said that very thing myself. Jesus Christ is both true God and true Man. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. President Baptist.org, Featuring : Statement of Faith Statement of Faith. He will return in power and glory to judge the world and to consummate His redemptive mission. 12. We believe, that in order to be saved, sinners must be born again. Mission Statement, Faith Baptist Church. ; and Fern Creek . Being a church ordinance, it is prerequisite to the privileges of church membership and to the Lords Supper. Civil government being ordained of God, it is the duty of Christians to render loyal obedience thereto in all things not contrary to the revealed will of God. We believe that Gods design for the family starts with marriage. The Scriptures are inerrant, infallible and God-breathed, and therefore are the final authority of faith and life. It is bestowed solely through the Redeemers shed blood and not because of any works we have done. Spanish It is a testimony to his faith in the final resurrection of the dead. We are pitied, protected, provided for, and chastened by God as by a Father. She, being in the image of God as is her husband and thus equal to him, has the God-given responsibility to respect her husband and to serve as his helper in managing the household and nurturing the next generation. The new birth opens all human faculties and creates a thirst for knowledge. He is destined to the judgment of an eternal justice in the Lake of Fire. Reaffirmation of most historical Baptist convictions. It is Gods unique gift to reveal the union between Christ and His church and to provide for the man and the woman in marriage the framework for intimate companionship, the channel of sexual expression according to biblical standards, and the means for procreation of the human race. In His incarnation He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. By "Inspiration" we mean that the books of the Bible were written by holy men of old, as they were moved by the Holy Spirit, in such a definite way that their writings were supernaturally and verbally inspired and free from error, as no other writings have ever been or ever will be inspired. Statement of Faith. The Lord is doing His work in this world through local churches. Man is the special creation of God, made in His own image. If I were to ask you to defend your decision on being a Baptist, what would you say? Why are we Baptists? "Throughout the process, the [Faith Statement Development] team sought the Lord's guidance and wisdom and has . Jesus perfectly revealed and did the will of God, taking upon Himself human nature with its demands and necessities and identifying Himself completely with mankind yet without sin. How are you different from a Methodist, a Presbyterian, an Episcopal, a Pentecostal, or a Catholic? ; Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 53:112; Matthew 1:1823; 3:17; 8:29; 11:27; 14:33; 16:16, 27; 17:5; 27; 28:16, 19; Mark 1:1; 3:11; Luke 1:35; 4:41; 22:70; 24:46; John 1:118, 29; 10:30, 38; 11:2527; 12:4450; 14:711; 16:1516, 28; 17:15, 2122; 20:120, 28; Acts 1:9; 2:2224; 7:5556; 9:45, 20; Romans 1:34; 3:2326; 5:621; 8:13, 34; 10:4; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 2:2; 8:6; 15:18, 2428; 2 Corinthians 5:1921; 8:9; Galatians 4:45; Ephesians 1:20; 3:11; 4:710; Philippians 2:511; Colossians 1:1322; 2:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:1418; 1 Timothy 2:56; 3:16; Titus 2:1314; Hebrews 1:13; 4:1415; 7:1428; 9:1215, 2428; 12:2; 13:8; 1 Peter 2:2125; 3:22; 1 John 1:79; 3:2; 4:1415; 5:9; 2 John 79; Revelation 1:1316; 5:914; 12:1011; 13:8; 19:16. Because of His great love, God provided a way for humanity to be put right with him. (A) The Holy Scriptures We believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be the verbally and fully inspired Word of God. He seals, enlightens, instructs, guides, teaches, witnesses, sanctifies, and helps every born-again believer. She is now dispersed because of her disobedience and rejection of Christ. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age. Matthew 28:20 ESV). It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. In this Statement of Faith, our Constitution, and all other documents, policies, and ministries of Baptist Christian Church, wherever the word man/men appears, it shall always mean a person who is born, according to Gods sovereign plan and design, male; and wherever the word woman/women appears, it shall always mean a person who is born, according to Gods sovereign plan and design, female. He honored the divine law by His personal obedience, and in His substitutionary death on the cross He made provision for the redemption of men from sin. ; 10:21; Luke 4:1821; 10:2737; 20:25; John 15:12; 17:15; Romans 1214; 1Corinthians 5:910; 6:17; 7:2024; 10:2311:1; Galatians 3:2628; Ephesians 6:59; Colossians 3:1217; 1 Thessalonians 3:12; Philemon; James 1:27; 2:8. Throughout our history we have been a confessional people, adopting statements of faith as a witness to our beliefs and a pledge of our faithfulness to the doctrines revealed in Holy Scripture. Repentance is characterized by godly sorrow for sin which is offensive to God and destructive to the soul. We also believe in the personal, visible, and glorious return of Christ to the earth with His saints at the end of the Great Tribulation. 10. Faith Church 11 Glenridge Road Rexford, NY 12148. Therefore, we believe the Universal Church and this local church family are obligated to make every effort to evangelize all people everywhere, beginning in our homes, then reaching to our town, state, nation, and the entire world. Smith, James A., Sr. "A confession of faith worthy of support." Monique Moultrie, an associate professor of religious studies at Georgia State University, told NPR, "I think it is interesting that more swift movement was made towards removing these churches .