There are two ordinances of the church – Baptism and Holy Communion
Baptism by immersion is commanded in the Scriptures. All who repent and believe on Christ as Savior and Lord are to be baptized as they are physically able and have an opportunity. (Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19,20; Acts 8:26-38). Baptism is an outward sign of an inward spiritual renewal and rebirth. Thus they who are baptized declare to the world that they have died with Christ and that they also have been raised with Him to walk in newness of life (Acts 10:47,48; Romans 6:4).
Holy Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, consisting of broken bread, the body of Jesus Christ, and the fruit of the vine, the shed blood of our Lord and Savior, is the symbol expressing our sharing the divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (2Peter 1:4); a memorial of His suffering and death (1Corinthians 11:26); our fellowship and communion with all believers (Ephesians 4:4-6); and our prophetic expectation of His second coming (1Corinthians 11:26).
- It’s All About JESUS! (John 14:6; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Colossians 1:15-18)
- Real love never fails. (1 Cor. 13:8)
- The WORD of God is true, alive and powerful. (John 17:17; Hebrews 4:12)
- Pure worship is life changing. (John 4:24)
- Prayer works! (James 5:16)
- All things are possible to those who believe. (Matthew 19:26; Mark 9:23)
- Excellence honors God and inspires people. (2 Chronicles 2:5-9; Colossians 3:17,23)
- We build people because people really matter. (Matthew 28:18-20; Ephesians 4:7-16)
- You can’t beat God giving. (Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8)
- Life is to be enjoyed. (Proverbs 17:22; Ecclesiastes 5:18,19; John 10:10; Romans 14:17)
There are two ordinances of the church – Baptism and Holy Communion
Baptism by immersion is commanded in the Scriptures. All who repent and believe on Christ as Savior and Lord are to be baptized as they are physically able and have an opportunity. (Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19,20; Acts 8:26-38). Baptism is an outward sign of an inward spiritual renewal and rebirth. Thus they who are baptized declare to the world that they have died with Christ and that they also have been raised with Him to walk in newness of life (Acts 10:47,48; Romans 6:4).
Holy Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, consisting of broken bread, the body of Jesus Christ, and the fruit of the vine, the shed blood of our Lord and Savior, is the symbol expressing our sharing the divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (2Peter 1:4); a memorial of His suffering and death (1Corinthians 11:26); our fellowship and communion with all believers (Ephesians 4:4-6); and our prophetic expectation of His second coming (1Corinthians 11:26).