What We Believe
Our beliefs are not shaped by changing culture or passing opinion. They are rooted in the unchanging truth of God’s Word.
“Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.”
John 17:17, KJV
Timeless truth for every generation.
New Life Baptist Church is an old-fashioned, conservative, independent, Bible-believing, Bible-preaching Baptist church. Below is a summary of the foundational beliefs that guide our preaching, worship, fellowship, and ministry.
God, His Word, and His Son
Everything we believe begins with the authority of Scripture and the truth it reveals about the eternal God and Jesus Christ.
Our Association
New Life Baptist Church is an old-fashioned, conservative, independent, Bible-believing, Bible-preaching Baptist church.
The Bible
We believe the King James Bible is the inspired, perfectly preserved Word of God for English-speaking people. We believe it is without error and was given by inspiration of God.
Psalm 12:6–7 • Hebrews 4:12 • II Timothy 3:16
The Trinity
We believe in the eternal God existing in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. Although they are separate, they are one Godhead.
I John 5:7 • Acts 17:29
Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ existed in eternity past as the Son of God, came down to this earth, was born of a virgin, and lived a perfectly sinless life. We believe He is God in the flesh.
Matthew 1:18–23 • John 1:1, 14
Saved by grace through faith
Salvation is not earned through religion, good works, or human effort. It is the free gift of God, received through faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ.
The Salvation of Man
We believe that man is born with a sin nature and is in need of salvation, which is only possible by repentance toward Christ and faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ, who died on the cross as the substitutionary sacrifice for man’s sin. There is no act or work that man can do to gain salvation. Salvation is by grace through faith alone.
I Corinthians 15:1–4 • Ephesians 2:8–9 • Titus 3:5
The Eternal Security of the Believer
We believe that every person who turns to Christ in faith is sealed with the Holy Spirit and is eternally secure in their salvation. Man did not do anything to get saved and therefore cannot do anything to keep or lose salvation.
John 10:27–29 • Philippians 1:6
The Holy Ghost
We believe that every believer has the Holy Spirit living within them, as evidenced by Scripture and not by any subjective feelings or experiences.
Ephesians 1:13–14
The Responsibility of Every Believer
We believe that every person who has received the free gift of salvation has a biblical responsibility to live a consistent life of godliness and personal holiness.
I Corinthians 6:19–20 • I Corinthians 10:31
Faithfully gathering and looking ahead
The local church has an important place in the life of every believer as we worship, grow, serve, and look forward to the return of Jesus Christ.
The Importance of the Local Church
We believe that every believer should join and faithfully attend the services of a local, Bible-believing church. This is important for fellowship and spiritual growth.
Psalm 92:13 • Ephesians 4:11–13 • I Timothy 3:15 • Hebrews 10:25
The Rapture of the Church
We believe in the imminent, visible return of Jesus Christ to gather every believer.
I Thessalonians 4:16–17 • Titus 2:13
Would you like to know more?
If you have questions about our beliefs, salvation, or what to expect when visiting New Life Baptist Church, we would be glad to speak with you.