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We Believe:-
This church adheres to and supports the articles of faith called "We Believe Strict Baptist Affirmation of Faith 1966." Listed below is an outline of the distinctive scriptural beliefs to which this church
specifically holds. If you would like any further information please don't hesitate to contact us.
The Bible - This is the supreme authority and rule for faith and conduct. 2Tim 3.16 2Pet 1.19-21
The Trinity - God is a Trinity - three persons in one and one in three, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. All these are each God, perfectly united with one another and equal, while having individuality of
personality. Matt 3.16
Sin - All are sinners. We are all guilty of original sin inherited from Adam and of our own personal sins. Eph 2.1-5
Jesus Saves - Jesus saves all those who believe in Him, those for whom He died at Calvary.
Salvation is by grace only, by means of one complete and sufficient sacrifice made by Christ. Hence, God has a covenant of Grace with His people. Heb 10.5-10
There is only one way to the Father. John 14.6
New Birth - This is the result of the Holy Spirit's work in a sinner's heart, producing a new creature in Christ. The Holy Spirit equips us for sanctification, justification and adoption into God's family and gives us power for service. John 14.26
You MUST be born again. John 3.7
Autonomy Of The Local Church - The church is autonomous under God. It is made up of
covenanted believers who agree in doctrine, are baptized, are in fellowship together, are together in prayer and worship, are in mutual service and evangelism being together under the ministry of the Word and under discipline. Matt 16.18 Matt 18.15-20
CHRIST IS THE ONLY HEAD OF THE CHURCH.
Preaching - The Gospel is to be preached to every creature as with all the Word of God. 2Tim 4.2
Baptism and Communion - Baptism is the immersion of the whole body in water following a confession of faith in the Lord Jesus as Lord and Saviour. Matt 28.19
The Communion or Lord's Supper is the breaking of bread and drinking of the fruit of the vine in
remembrance of the Lord Jesus' death. The Lord's Supper is only open to baptized believers.
1Cor 11.26
Second Coming Of The Lord Jesus - The Lord Jesus will come again personally to this earth. No one knows this time except God the Father and believers are to be ready ALWAYS. 1Cor 4.13-18
Life After Death - Death is not the end. The body and soul separate at death until the resurrection day. The soul goes either to Heaven to be in perfect happiness or to Hell in torment for eternity. There is no intermediate state. 2Cor 5.1-8 2Pet 2.9
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