Core Beliefs
The following are the core beliefs of Saragossa First Baptist Church based on the foundational truths taught in the bible. All of our teaching and ministry is rooted in and flows out of these biblical doctrines.
God
There is one eternally existing God who has three distinct persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. He is the creator of all that exists, both visible and invisible, and is therefore worthy of all glory and praise. God is perfect in love, power, holiness, goodness, knowledge, wisdom, justice, and mercy. He is unchangeable and therefore is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
God's Word
The Bible is God's Word, fully true and the ultimate authority for faith and life.
The Bible is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, correcting, and training in righteousness.
The Bible is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, correcting, and training in righteousness.
Humanity
People are made in God's image but are separated from Him because of sin. Only through Jesus Christ can they be restored to a relationship with God.
Salvation
Jesus Christ came to reconcile us with God. He lived a life without sin and willingly died on the cross to pay the penalty for our transgressions. God raised him from the dead and now, by grace, offers as a free gift eternal life to all who follow Christ, by faith, as their Lord and Savior. That is why salvation can be found in Christ alone.
The Church
The Church is made up of believers in Christ.
The Church is meant to be the visible body of Christ, sent into the world to glorify God and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Church is meant to be the visible body of Christ, sent into the world to glorify God and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Christian Living
Believers are called to live holy lives, share the gospel, care for others, and uphold justice and morality.
The Family
Marriage is between one man and one woman, and families are a gift from God meant to reflect His love and design.
Ressurection
Jesus Christ is returning one day to judge both the living and the dead and to usher in the fullness of God's kingdom on earth.
These beliefs are a simplified summary of The Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
This document aims to guide Southern Baptists in their faith, worship, and everyday living.
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This document aims to guide Southern Baptists in their faith, worship, and everyday living.
Access to the full document can be found by clicking below: