He could have done it in less than 1/100,000,000,000,000 of a microsecond. If we take Scripture at face value (which we do) there is no indication that God used "Gaps" or "Long Days" to carry out his creation. The Hebrew word for day is "yom", which throughout scripture indicates a 24 hour period of time. What is your position on the whole Creation/Evolution debate? God has given us exactly what we need in Scripture to know Him and how to serve and worship Him, and in His sovereignty, he has protected His word so that we have the inerrant, inspired Word of God, without error and without contradiction.ġ6. Scholars estimate that it is 99.7% accurate in its representation of the original autographs. Do you believe the Bible contains errors or contradictions?īased upon over 20,000 pieces of manuscript that have been found, the Bible is the most consistent History book ever written, if one were to only see it as a history book. The percentage varies based upon the month and the needs that arise through our benevolence.ġ5. The church has several ministries and mission minded organizations we support on a regular basis and we also give to other ministries on an How much does the church give to missions and the poor? Our desire is not to follow a "church growth model", but rather to preach the truthful Word of God to create mature disciples for the glory of God.ġ4. We trust that God will bring whoever He desires to our fellowship. A "program" often limits evangelism in that those who are not involved in that program feel it is not their responsibility or calling.ġ3. We strongly encourage active evangelism at all times, on the job, at the market on the street and whatever situation someone might find themselves in. Evangelizing is part of the responsibility of all believers ( Acts 1:8). We believe that Scripture instructs all believers to go out and make disciples of all nations ( Matt 28:19-20). Please describe your evangelism programs? We do have, however, about 20 fathers who are very involved in the lives of their children and who are stepping up to the leadership roles and responsibilities in their home and in the church fellowship.ġ2. We have no "programs" designed for youth, as we do not find programs to be the Biblical model of carrying out Acts 2:42. Do your sermons emphasize theology or are they just relevant? From time to time, we will have a topical teaching.ġ0. I am not opposed to topical, but believe that expository allows for more in depth study. I do expository teaching through books of the Bible. What is your view on topical versus expository preaching? I attempt to include theology, history and application, and as much as possible exposit what the text reveals.ĩ. ( Acts 2:42)īy "dumbing down" do you mean am I just trying to entertain? No. The Scriptures indicate that the purpose of the church is biblical teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread and prayer. In saying all of that, anyone is welcome to attend. We obviously don't intentionally attempt to offend, but if hearers are offended by Jesus, the truth, or convicted of sin, they might be offended. We do not believe the gospel is ours to change to make attractive. If you mean that church is reduced to the most non-offensive, lowest common denominator so as to be attractive to the world, then no, we are definitely not seeker sensitive. How one would define "seeker sensitive" would have a bearing on the answer to this. How often do you talk about sin, righteousness, and judgment?Īs often as it occurs in the course of normal expository teaching and preaching. The Word of God is the final authority on all things pertaining to soteriology (Doctrine of Salvation).ĥ. I preach Christ crucified, based upon the above scriptures and others pertaining to salvation. These types of methods came from Charles Finney's 19th century revival services. If you are referring to what has come to be known as "altar calls", we do not practice that as there is no indication in Scripture that this type of methodology is necessary for someone to come to know Christ. How do you deliver the salvation message? Repent of sin, confess with mouth and believe in heart in Christ alone for salvation. What must man do to inherit eternal life? Man's sinful nature and unwillingness to repent is the underlying issue of all problems concerning mankind. What is the biggest problem confronting man? I hope these answers are able to give you insight into the Lord's direction in your life as far as your family's church attendance is concerned.ġ. We do not claim to be "doing it right", only that, as far as we can, are trying to remain true to a Biblical framework. Cornerstone Bible Church's Biblical Methodology In How We Conduct The Church Meeting
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