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A Spirit-Filled Church
What is a Spirit-Filled Church? What do we mean when we speak about a Spirit-filled church? The immediate tendency is to associate it with physical manifestations of the Holy Spirit’s presence. But is it all about experiencing such manifestations? To some degree, yes. However, there is a danger of being
Mission in action
We are called to mission. The God of Scripture is a missional God, whose mission involves the establishment of a universal reign on earth. God’s missional activity is defined in the incarnation of God in Jesus Christ. When His earthly mission was over, He left His followers the mandate to
The value of church membership
The New Testament makes it clear on the value of belonging to a local church body. However, we live in a consumeristic world, that focuses on our personal needs being met. It is part of the entitlement culture that is one of those intrinsic character traits we struggle with. It
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HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT JESUS?
The primary way to learn more about Jesus is by reading and studying the Bible. A good place to begin would be to start reading the gospels which are the first four books of the New Testament. These four books teach us about His life, death and resurrection.
Another way to learn more about Jesus is to join a church community that focuses on preaching the Bible. Then of course, engage in a personal relationship with Him.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BAPTISM AND DEDICATION?
Baptism is a sacred act often seen as a sacrament, symbolising washing away sin, regeneration and identification with Christ’s death and resurrection.
Dedication is a ceremony where parents promise to raise their child in the Christian faith, focusing on their commitment.
WHAT IS BAPTISM?
Baptism is the first act of obedience for a believer who has committed their life to Jesus. While it is not required for salvation, it is a clear command of Jesus and the early church, serving as an initiation into a life of following Him and an expression of obedience to His calling. (Link to resource on what we believe about baptism)
WHAT IS BABY DEDICATION?
Baby dedication is a Christian ceremony where parents publicly commit to raising their child in a godly way, grounded in Christian values and faith.
WHAT IS CHURCH MEMBERSHIP?
The New Testament makes it clear on the value of belonging to a church body. Those who come to faith in Jesus, form part of His body. Paul uses this metaphor in his first letter to the Corinthians. We need each other and we cannot function independently from one another.
WHY IS CHURCH MEMBERSHIP IMPORTANT?
It is a way of identifying oneself with a local body of believers. It is part of the New Testament structure. The epistles were written to local church communities. Each of these communities was organised in such a way that believers would form part of a local church. It requires a commitment to serve and not to be served. The value of church membership is about experiencing the blessings of Christ as a body of believers. We were created for relationship and this is experienced in community.