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One may not reliably assert one set of principles over another set of principles as being "the" baptist doctrine. This is because of the most common principle among those who consider themselves baptists: Every person is free to answer the holy spirit's call to relationship with God by freely and willingly accepting the gift of faith in Jesus as being God, that answer being the confession "Jesus is Lord." The same spirit enables the person to understand the spiritual truths found in scripture and communicate with God directly, because a person subject to Jesus' authority by virtue of a freely given confession before other people, remains free to obey (or disobey) his/her conscience, which by the presence of the holy spirit reveals what is true.
This is as far as I will go in answering this question because I have already implied many specific beliefs derived from both historical tradition and the traditions of faith recorded in scripture, the scope and content of which is itself a tradition. These beliefs or doctrines include: authority of scripture (else how would we know about a god, a holy spirit, and Jesus), free will, god and man may be in direct relationship by virtue of god's gift of faith and a person's uncoerced choice to confess.
The spirit of god does not confuse however, and in many points believers share understanding of basic spiritual truths, and what the scriptures are saying. On such common ground and in particular the shared confession, Jesus is Lord, are baptist churches formed.
However, this priveledge of relationship to Jesus does not authorize a confessing person to impose the judgment of his/her conscience upon another person who also confesses "Jesus is Lord." Each confessing person is responsible for obeying his/her conscience respectful of the leading of the holy spirit to follow Jesus example.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoHi baptism in Christianity is a way to be reborn again it is a way of showing your faith and obedience to God. it is also identifying your self to god, and it is just what we should do to follow Jesus. Jesus can save you, and you have to believe in him and serve him. I hope this helps you
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What was the doctrine of the Baptist?
Each Baptist church is a little bit different, but many hold to the Baptist Faith and Message.
What is an abstract noun for Baptist?
There is no abstract noun for the proper noun 'Baptist, a word for a person. The word 'Baptist' also functions as an adjective, which is used to describe many abstract nouns; for example, Baptist beliefs, Baptist religion, Baptist doctrine, etc.
What does a freewill Baptist minister have to do to become a general Baptist minister?
Unite with a General Baptist Church, be recommended to the Association Presbytery by his home church, be examined by the Association Presbytery and if found to be in agreement with General Baptist doctrine may be ordained or accepted as already ordained into the Presbytery.
Can you become a deacon in the freewill baptist church if you divorce your spouse?
Under current Free Will Baptist doctrine and teachings relevant to Deacons which is referenced to 1st Timothy 3:11-12, the candidate for Deacon cannot be divorced.
What does the banner in a Baptist church symbolise?
There are only two ordinances (symbols) in a Baptist church: baptism and the Lord's Supper. The banner doesn't symbolize any doctrine that is contained in the Bible. Ask the pastor of the church where the banner is why he has a banner in his church. He will tell you.
What is a southern Baptist?
The Southern Baptist Convention is a Christian Protestant denomination based in the United States. It is a coalition of over 45,000 congregations that agree on a common doctrine and belief structure. Although founded in Georgia with an early focus on other southern churches, the Convention now has members spread throughout the United States.
What is the difference between southern Baptist and general Baptist?
Southern Baptist work together through a cooperative program or convention to support missionaries and to fund other programs. "General Baptist" usually support missionaries directly and do no cooperate with other churches to fund programs. The basic doctrine is the same. All baptist believe in full immersion baptism, eternal security of the believer, etc. Southern Baptist usually observe 2 ordinances (Baptism and the Lord's Supper/ Communion), some other baptist observe 3...these 2 and a foot washing ceremony.
When do liberal protestants believe life begins?
They believe life begins at birth
What was the source of John the Baptist's doctrine?
We do not really know what John the Baptist taught, other than the ritual of baptism. Mandaeans say that he founded their faith, and that Christians wrongly claim that he proclaimed the coming of Jesus. Until we can ascertain the truth of the Mandaean claim, it is not really possible to understand his dosctrines and what their origins were.
What is the proper adjective for Baptist?
Baptist is the proper adjective for Baptist.
Can an unmarried couple living together rasing a child be members of a baptist church according to scripture or doctrine?
Yes, in some Christian sects an unmarried couple living together can raise their child according to scripture and doctrine. However, having a child out of marriage and living together before marriage is frowned upon in most churches.
How do you spell Baptist?
baptist
