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St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church

What We Believe

Baptist Statement of Faith

    1.    The Bible – The inspired, inerrant Word of God and the final authority for faith and life. (2 Tim. 3:16)

    2.    God – One true God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Matt. 28:19)

    3.    Jesus Christ – Fully God and man, born of a virgin, sinless, crucified for our sins, risen, and returning. (John 1:1, 1 Cor. 15:3-4)

    4.    The Holy Spirit – Convicts, regenerates, indwells, and empowers believers. (John 14:16-17)

    5.    Salvation – By grace through faith in Christ alone, not by works. (Eph. 2:8-9)

    6.    The Church – A local body of baptized believers called to worship, evangelism, and service. (Acts 2:41-47)

    7.    Baptism & Lord’s Supper – Baptism by immersion and the Lord’s Supper as a memorial of Christ. (Matt. 28:19, 1 Cor. 11:23-26)

    8.    Priesthood of Believers – Every believer has direct access to God. (1 Pet. 2:5, 9)

    9.    Christ’s Return – Jesus will return to judge and reign. (1 Thess. 4:16-17)

    10.    Religious Liberty – The church is independent, and faith is a personal choice. (Matt. 22:21)