What does it mean to be a Baptist? What differentiates Baptists from other Christian denominations? In this message, we look at 7 different Baptist distinctives that are important to Baptist faith and life. However, as important as these distinctives may be, we must always remember the absolute vital importance of maintaining unity and peace amongst all brothers and sisters in Christ and not allow our denominational differences to divide the universal body of Christ.
A Covenant People, Pt. 3 - Baptist Distinctives
August 21, 2022 • Pastor Jeremy Dente • 2 Timothy 3:16–17, 1 Timothy 3:1–13
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A Covenant People, Pt. 11 - Church Discipline
October 23, 2022 • Pastor Jeremy Dente • Matthew 18:15–17, 1 Corinthians 5, Hebrews 12:1–11, Galatians 6:1
Dealing with sin on a personal level is one thing, but dealing with it in the church can be a whole other animal! In this message, we consider the biblical procedures for practicing church discipline, the reasons for it, and the purpose and mindset behind proper, effective, and biblical church leadership.
A Covenant People, Pt. 10 - Dealing with Personal Sin
October 16, 2022 • Pastor Jeremy Dente • 1 John 1:6–10, Psalm 51, Proverbs 28:13, Romans 8:1
In this message, we highlight the three primary steps to effectively deal with the personal sin in our lives: confession, repentance (putting it to death), both within the context of fellowship with God and others.
A Covenant People, Pt. 9 - Christian Liberty
October 9, 2022 • Pastor Jeremy Dente • 1 Corinthians 8, Romans 14, Galatians 5:13
As Christians, we are free people! But much of Christian living is not expressly laid out in Scripture, at least not always in clear, concrete terms regarding all matters of life. In many cases, Scripture simply doesn't address certain issues specifically. Therefore, we're left with the task of applying certain biblical principles to help us wade through the gray areas of Christian living, always using our Christian liberty not for selfish gain or use, but to love and build up others. In this message, we consider 5 questions to ask ourselves regarding the practice of or abstinence from certain gray area issues of life.