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What does it mean to be "Born Again?"
To be born again our soul must be cleansed and restored, John 3:3 Jesus says “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God”. Those truly born again are permanently present in the Holy Spirit.
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Do you believe in the doctrine of Eternal Security?
Yes, I believe in eternal security, the doctrine says that salvation cannot be lost because it is kept secure by Christ. Usually called "once you are saved you are always saved". I John 10:28-30 Jesus said, I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the father are one.
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What or who is "A Church & The Church"?
A Church is the place of worship The Church is the Universal Church
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Name at least three biblical priorities of the office of Pastor?
1 Timothy 3:1-7 They should be able to act as pastor, congregation leader, teacher and caregiver to the church.
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Do you believe the Bible to be inerrant and infallible?
The bible is incapable of being wrong and having errors. 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.
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Name the four books of the Church?
The Bible (John 5:39-40 Jesus discuss believing in the Bible but not him), Hymnal (Psalms 150 Praise and Sing to the Lord) Pocket Book (Old Test Malachi 3:10 Bring all Tithes to the storehouse (New Test Matthew 23:23 Tithes) and Minute book (Ezra was a godly “skilled scribe in the Law of Moses”)
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How many books are there in the bible? How many in the Old testament? How many in the New Testament?
66 Total books 39 Old testament; 27 New Testament books
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Name at least three steps that should be taken to resolve grievances within the Church? Can these steps be found in the scriptures?
Matthew 18:15 if your brother shall trespass against thee, (1) go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone, if he shall hear thee, though gained thy brother. (2) 18:16 if he does not take one or two more, than in two or three witnesses every word may be established (someone that is spiritually, mature and bias/mediator) (3) 18:17 take it to the church, this protects the welfare of the body of the church. (4) if he doesn't listen to the church let him be a heathen, let him be because he's not carrying himself in good statue. taking the right hand of fellowship, no voice, no function in the church, but he can still attend. Withdraw membership
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Who is the head of the home?
Ephesians 5:23 The husband is the head of a household according to Gods authorities.
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Do you believe that churches should support missions?
Missions are an extension of the Church. Matthew 28:19-20 The Lord tells us “Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in to the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.
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What is meant by "The Baptism of John?"
Matthew 3:13-17 John the Baptist baptized Jesus at the Jordan river for remission of sins. But he was hesitant and objected, “I need to be baptized by you, not you by me!” Jesus replied, “Do it now; it’s proper for us to do this to complete all things that are right.” And he baptized him.
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What are the two biblical ordinances left on command for the New Testament Church. Explain each.
Baptism and The Lords Supper; Ephesians 4:4-6 discussed that Baptism is a sign of devotion with God, when you are baptized. Matthew 26:26, discuss the Lord supper. How Jesus used bread as a symbol of his body and Wine as a symbol of his blood. And he says to do it as often as you can.
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What do you believe about the doctrine of the Trinity?
1 Corinthians 8:6 I believe that there is One God who is the Father, Son of God and the Holy Spirit.
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What do you believe about the death, resurrection, and ascension of Christ?
I believe that Jesus died on the cross, he was buried (1st Corinthians 15:4) and was resurrected. Matthew 26-28, discuss the Death, Resurrection of Jesus. Mark 16:19-20 talks about the ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven.
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Who is Christ?
Jesus is second in the trinity triangle. He was born of a virgin so he would not be born in sin. Isaiah 7:14 "He is the anointed one"
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Who is the head of the Church?
Ephesians 5:23 Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.
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Do you love your Pastor? Does your Pastor love you?
Yes, 1 John 3:14, we know that we have passed from death to life, because we love each other. Anyone who does not love remains in death.
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Share with us your wife’s salvation and does she support your call to the ministry?
Ephesians 5:23 She believes in God he is the head of her life and everything! She leans and trust him always even when it’s hard to understand his doing. There’s no one above or higher than God. Yes, she supports my calling to ministry in all ways. She’s a faithful believer that with God first in all we do, we could never go wrong! We both believe this!!!! She is the first member online for Sunday school every Sunday. She supports my calling.
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What is the work of the Holy Spirit?
John 14:17 Jesus promises all of us the Holy spirit. It receives and communicates the will of God to us.
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How would you describe God?
God is the alpha and the omega. 1 John 4:16 God is Love. God is the Truth and the light.
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Name the biblical steps that should be taken to resolve accusations or grievances against a Pastor?
1 Timothy 5:19 Paul said that accusations should not even be heard unless two or three witnesses confirm them.
Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.
Sometimes church leaders should be confronted about their behavior, and sometimes they should be rebuked. But all rebuking must be done fairly and lovingly and for the purpose of restoration.
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What is the Gospel? Explain?
Romans 1:16 The Power of God unto salvation to everyone that believe.
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Do you Love the Lord?
Yes
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What meetings should all ministers attend?
Prayer meeting, Bible study and anytime the church meets.
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What are the two spiritual offices of the Baptist Church? Describe their positions?
Pastors and Deacon; I Timothy 3:1-7 gives us the qualifications for a Pastor and how they are supposed to act as a teacher, a caregiver and leader and I Timothy 3:8-13 explains the qualifications of the Deacons and how they must be grave, not double-tongued.
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