We recognize only two ordinances given to the local church. Neither ordinance contributes to salvation.
Water Baptism
We believe water baptism is for believers only and is administered after salvation by complete immersion. It pictures Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection and publicly identifies the believer with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Water baptism does not regenerate, wash away sin, or place anyone into the spiritual Body of Christ.
The Lord’s Supper
We believe the Lord’s Supper is a memorial ordinance for believers. The bread and cup remain symbolic and do not become the literal flesh and blood of Christ.
The Lord’s Supper remembers Christ’s death, calls believers to self-examination, and points forward to His coming. It does not confer saving grace.
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