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Baptists
Baptists refer to a group of Christian churches, individuals and denominations that practice baptism by immersion and believe in salvation by faith alone. The Bible or the Scripture is their sole rule of practice and faith.
1,144 Questions
Can Jehovah's Witnesses marry outside their religion and could they marry a Baptist?
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Don't even try. If they so much as attend a Catholic mass they are done with the J.W's. They can still go to the Kingdom Hall but they must stand alone and must not speak or be spoken to. You would have to join and then give up on your family weddings, baptisms, first communions, all of it.
Edit to above: Common misconception, witnesses do celebrate weddings, just not pagan based holidays
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They can marry outside of their religion, but most do not. They could marry a Catholic. However, most/many religiously devout people take due account of the benefits of compatability and shared values and beliefs, and interests in common, and, as a consequence marry a similarly inclined person of the same faith.
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a Jehovah witness can marry outside of the religion. they can marry a catholic. but due to differences in beliefs, it can cause a rift in the marriage. we are told to marry in the organization only, and it's best to do that.
Why do the deacons wives in the baptist church wear white on the first Sunday?
b/c it's a requirement of the church. but honestly if it's a church of true christians it shouldn't matter what you wear.
What is a Muslim pastor called?
I think that would be an Imam. He is a man who leads prayers in a mosque. He is a recognized authority on Islamic theology and law and a spiritual guide
What is the difference in southern baptist and independent?
Southern Baptist is a denomination or organization of Baptists while Independent Baptist is a category of Baptist.
Baptist churches are autonymous. By this, each baptist church is self-governing. In this sense all Baptist Churches are "independent."
However, many Baptist churches choose to associate together in denominational groups. Southern Baptist Convention would be one such "denomination."
Other Baptist churches may affiliate with other Baptist churches on some level but still call themselves "Independent."
Other Baptist churches have no real affiliation and would also, understandably, call themselves as "Independent."
While Independent Baptists, statistically speaking, may tend to be more theologically conservative than the average Baptist church, the actual beliefs of any Baptist church is really the decision of the individual church, so there is a limit to what extent one can know a Baptist Church by its label.
What are the duties of a nominating committee?
A nominating committee is appointed by the board of directors to research and propose prospective members to the full board when there is a vacancy on the board of directors. No prospective board members shall be proposed unless approved by the nominating committee.
What changes did the church undergo in rome?
They had to tell the Nazis who were Jews and who were not. A very sufisticated thing to do acknowledging the fact that they would be killed if they didn't. They stood up for themselves.
Are Adventists the same as Seventh-day Adventists?
The word "adventist" refers to anyone awaiting the second coming of Christ.
The word Adventist is the also the official shortened form of Seventh-day Adventist Church which is distinguished by the three angels message, observance of the sabbath and principles underlaid in the Bible
25. Second Coming of Christ:
The second coming of Christ is the blessed hope of the church, the grand climax of the gospel. The Saviour's coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide. When He returns, the righteous dead will be resurrected, and together with the righteous living will be glorified and taken to heaven, but the unrighteous will die. The almost complete fulfillment of most lines of prophecy, together with the present condition of the world, indicates that Christ's coming is imminent. The time of that event has not been revealed, and we are therefore exhorted to be ready at all times. (Titus 2:13; Heb. 9:28; John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11; Matt. 24:14; Rev. 1:7; Matt. 24:43, 44; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; 1 Cor. 15:51-54; 2 Thess. 1:7-10; 2:8; Rev. 14:14-20; 19:11-21; Matt. 24; Mark 13; Luke 21; 2 Tim. 3:1-5; 1 Thess. 5:1-6.)
20. Sabbath:
The beneficent Creator, after the six days of Creation, rested on the seventh day and instituted the Sabbath for all people as a memorial of Creation. The fourth commandment of God's unchangeable law requires the observance of this seventh-day Sabbath as the day of rest, worship, and ministry in harmony with the teaching and practice of Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a day of delightful communion with God and one another. It is a symbol of our redemption in Christ, a sign of our sanctification, a token of our allegiance, and a foretaste of our eternal future in God's kingdom. The Sabbath is God's perpetual sign of His eternal covenant between Him and His people. Joyful observance of this holy time from evening to evening, sunset to sunset, is a celebration of God's creative and redemptive acts. (Gen. 2:1-3; Ex. 20:8-11; Luke 4:16; Isa. 56:5, 6; 58:13, 14; Matt. 12:1-12; Ex. 31:13-17; Eze. 20:12, 20; Deut. 5:12-15; Heb. 4:1-11; Lev. 23:32; Mark 1:32.)
Another answer
Nothing. Adventist is just another name for Seventh-day Adventist.
What is the westboro baptist church?
Westboro Baptist Church is a small 'church'(regarded as a sect by other Christians) to the Phelps family and consists mostly of their family members. It was started by Fred Phelps, who is their current pastor. They are known for their "God Hates Fags" campaign. The things they have been against include, but are not limited to, Americans (the ironic thing is that they are American), British, Irish, Catholics and other Christians, Jews and soldiers. They have protested by roads, at funerals, and at memorials. They have said that God caused terrorist attacks, school shootings - including those of Christian children, etc. to kill gay people and people who support gay people. Things they have said are "God hates fags," "Thank God for 9/11, Columbine, Virginia Tech, etc.," "God hates our soldiers," "It's too late too confess." They have provided information with "Bible verses" that they made up, denying some of the actual scriptures like "Remove the log from your own eye before telling your friend to remove the speck from their eye." They have denied the holocaust, saying that "the true Nazis are fags," when gay people have barely done any killing. They say that every other religion - including most Christian groups - are bad due to small flaws they have, denying the many flaws they have. They campaign against Billy Graham and Mennonites and are not viewed as a genuine church by the majority of- if not all other - churches. Their website is godhatesfags.com. Also, they hate Oscar Wilde, but I can't figure out if it's because he's Irish, Catholic, literate or gay.
Do baptists permit divorce and remarriage?
It is usually socially unacceptable no matter the situation, however in the Bible divorce is "legal" under terms of adultery. Of course there are exceptions like abusive situations, but in social situations typically one will not admit they have been abused; This being the case they are most unfortunately looked down upon.
Can a church sponsor an illegal immigrant?
The license to preach is a call from God and only He can anoint us with His truth. A piece of paper has no value unless God has ordained you by His Spirit, where the elders set you in your ministry as they are led of the Spirit. How can one preach the truth without obeying the scriptures which state, that we must obey the law of the land.
What does the purple sash mean on the cross?
A purple sash is often draped across the cross during the season of Lent, more specifically Holy Week, signifying the penitential character of the season. It is replaced by a white sash on Easter to remind us of the glory of the Resurrection of the Lord
What is it like inside the Baptist Church?
A Baptist church is usually arranged with one lecturn in the middle for the music director, Bible reading and the sermon. On either side of the podium is usually a piano and an organ. Behind the podium is a choir. There are steps on each side of the lecturn for the pastor to walk down and receive new members and re-dedications at the end of a sermon.
The congregation sits in pews or chairs arranged in rows facing the podium.
What happens in a Baptist church?
Baptist worship services are usually fairly simple and casual. Most churches will start out singing a few songs, followed by an opportunity to give, and then maybe a another song, usually there will be a congregational prayer led by the pastor, and then some scripture reading. Then the pastor will give a message based on the scripture and close with an invitation time in which the congregation is encourage to respond to the message either by speaking with the pastor or by praying up at the front of the church. All baptist churches are independent so every one worships a little bit differently, but this is a basic idea of what to expect.
What does a southern Baptist missionary do?
The first responsibility of a Christian missionary it to spread the Good News that Jesus Christ has died for their sins. The second thing that they do is to show Gods love for them by helping them. Feeding the hungry, providing shelter, clothes, medical attention, love, teaching them. The list goes on.
Why do some Christians raise their hands in church?
i think it's something to with the fact that they believe God is in Heaven and so they raise their hands to reach out to him, show that they believe he is there or to praise him. it could be a mix or all of these :).
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The majority of Christians do not do this. Raising one's arms in the air is much more common in more charismatic churches of many denominations, but is partially absent in many denominations - and totally absent in some.
The practice stems from wishing to use the whole body to praise God. This is seen in some churches (eg in the African Church especially) in the use of dance to express praise - or even drama. Others, such as the Methodist Church and the Salvation Army use rousing hymns and songs that are sung with great gusto to praise God. Others might even use simple, contemplative silent prayer such as the Quakers. Others, such as the Anglican Church, use high quality instrumental music and singing (such as that seen in Anglican cathedrals) to praise God. In fact there are as many ways of praising God, it seems, as the number of people wishing to praise him. It just so happens that one practice - raising your arms - is just another manifestation of that praise. If you don't raise your arms in church (like I don't) that does not mean that you are praising God any less than those that do because it is what is in one's heart that matters and not one's posture. However, some feel that this is their expression of praise whilst others do not - it's just a matter of with what you are comfortable.
What is the spiritual baptist scared text or writings?
The only sacred text is the bible. The Southern Baptists also have a document called the baptist faith and message which is an attempt to some up the major teachings of the bible and beliefs of the southern baptist convention, but nobody considers it sacred.
What is the difference between the AME Zion church and the Baptist church?
The AME Church is the African Methodist Episcopal Church founded in 1796 in Pennsylvania, as black members separated from the white Methodist Church. The AME Zion Church is the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church which was founded in 1796 in New York., as black members in that area separated from the white Methodist Church. Zion was added to the name of the church to be able to identify the two denominations that started at the same time. Type your answer here...
What is the salary of a licensed baptist minister?
That is based on an agreement between the pastor and the church, many Baptist pastors serve in small churches and don't make much, some are even part time. Some who serve in larger churches can make 6 figures or more.
How much does Billy Graham make?
is B>G> a wealth man, how did he get his wealth? I have a man i work with, said he did not think much of B>G> because he got rich off people giving him money? how do i answer this man? i love B>G> and have seen his work my hole life to bring the gospel to people
Roger Williams brung baptist into America from Europe. The reasons why people are baptist, Methodist, Catholic etc. is because there ancestors was. For African Americans they are in the denomination they are in because there ancestors slave owners was that. In the Jungle of Africa there was no Baptist nor Methodist nor any other type denomination. The more powerful tribes sold the weaker tribes to the White man and the slaves of the White Man went to church with there slave owners. The Black Slaves were always to loud so the White Slave Owner gave the slaves a piece of land and they builded a church on it. Slaves named the church after their Slave Owner because he gave them the land, that is how u get your church names Perry-Grove Baptist, Thompson Baptist Church, Timberland Baptist, Because the Perry-Grove's gave them the Land, the Thompson family gave them the land, the Timberland's gabe them the land.
Can a Baptist preacher perform a wedding in a Methodist church?
Yes as long as both pastors are in agreement and the congregation of the Methodist church will allow it. Each church is different about how their facility can be used by other people that are not members of the church.
What are the duties of the trustee in the baptist church?
Trustee Board:
Although the word "trustee" does not appear in the bible, we are reminded we are to be
good stewards of that which God has blessed us. The trustee board is therefore, the
ministry of caring for the management and distribution of funds. They are to hold in trust
legal documents of property and other business, assist the pastor in budget development
and monitoring of financial matters of the church.
Title: Trustee
1. Manage the general financial affairs of the church
2. Monitor and follow the church policies and procedures for finances
3. Hold in trust all legal documents of the church
4. Assist the pastor in budget development
5. Monitor and implement the budget approved by the Pastor
Specific Assignments:
1. Hold in trust for the use and benefit of members of the local church property
acquired
2. Hold in trust for the use and benefit of the local church any assets which shall
become property of the church either by gift, deed, or otherwise, with or without
legal designation
3. Receive from the pastor the parameters of the budget with suggested funds
required and resubmit to him the annual budget for his approval
4. Work with other members of the Church Council to help determine the budgetary
needs of the various departments and their contributions to the general budget
5. Maintain a unified budget approach to fiscal management and banking
6. Oversee the monthly budget and pay monthly expenses of the church according to
the guidelines of the financial policies and procedures
7. Do not pay any expenses other than those designated without the approval of the
pastor
8. Determine ways and means to supplement budget needs
9. Meet monthly with the pastor to review the finances of the church
10. Pray for the total effectiveness of the ministry of the church
NOTE: The trustee board may not perform (subject to removal from the Board by the
Pastor) any of the following functions:
1. Hire and fire any personnel in the church without approval of the pastor
2. Disclose any confidential church information or confidential information about
members of their finances of the church,etc.
3. Misuse monies or otherwise intentionally violate the financial procedures as
outlined
