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Doctrine
BROOKLYN BIBLE CHAPEL is located at Sixth, Highland and Jack Street in Brooklyn, Maryland. From Ritchie Highway turn east at Jack Street and drive six blocks, or from Patapsco Avenue, turn south at Sixth Street and bear right at the fork to the Chapel.
THE CHAPEL is the meeting place of an assembly of Christians meeting in the Lord's Name alone. This assembly is not affiliated with any denomination, nor with any of the so called "tongue" or "holiness" groups, and has no sympathy with the many false and fanatical cults so prevalent in these last days.
THE REASON for this undenominational stand is a sincere desire to preach and practice all that God has revealed in His Word for His people during this present church-age. There is no desire to separate from other true believers, but from those things which are contrary to the will and Word of God. Thus a clean scriptural fellowship is provided, here all true Christians may enjoy their spiritual privileges and assume their responsibilities.
A HEARTY WELCOME is cordially extended to all true, born-again believers to meet and fellowship with us in the things of the Lord. We recognize but one body and one membership that of the Body of Christ, the true Church. The unsaved are not only invited but urged to attend the services at the Chapel where they will hear only the true word of God and the soul-saving gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ. (Please note. You can place your mouse pointer over the verse references and see the verse on your screen.)
We believe that the substitution of any human name for that of our Lord Jesus Christ is derogatory to His name which has been given the highest place in glory (Phil. 2:9-11). Therefore we bear only His name, and own only such names as are given to believers in the New Testament, as: brethren, believers, saints, Christians, etc., any of which satisfactorily describes and belongs to all true believers in Christ.
We stand for and proclaim constantly, the old-fashioned, soul-saving Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, absolutely untainted by any modernistic teachings, and errors. This gospel we believe to be alone, "the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth" (Rom. 1:16); and is defined in I Cor. 15:3-4 as: "Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, He was buried, and He rose again the third day according to the scriptures." The true heart reception of this message of salvation, and through it of Christ, as Savior and Lord, will alone deliver from sin and hell, and bring the believing sinner into possession of eternal life, the forgiveness of sins and peace with God. (Rom. 10:9; John 3:16; Acts 13:38-39).
We believe Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church, left two ordinances for His people during this age. These are to be faithfully practiced during His absence: BAPTISM by immersion for true believers upon their confession of faith in Him (Mat. 28:19; Acts 8:36-39, 18:8; Rom. 6:1-5). THE BREAKING OF BREAD each first day of the week in remembrance of the Lord (Mat. 26:28; Acts 2:42; Acts 20:7; I Cor. 11:23-26). To the Lord's Supper we welcome all (and only those) who are truly born again, clean in life and sound in doctrine.
The absolute accuracy of the word of God, the Bible, It's verbal inspiration and all-sufficiency as the Christians rule of life and practice (II Tim 3:16-17). The one true God, a trinity of Father, Son and Holy Spirit, equal in all things as to eternity, omnipotence, omnipresence and omniscience (Mat. 28:19; II Cor. 13:14). The virgin birth of Christ (Luke 1:26-35); His absolute sinlessness (II Cor. 5:21; I Peter 2:22); His vicarious death (Rom. 5:6-8); His bodily resurrection from the dead (Rom. 4:25; Luke 24:36-40); His visible ascension (Luke 24:50-51); His present enthronement (Heb. 1:3); His High Priestly ministry and advocacy (Heb. 7:25-26; I John 2:1). The rapture of the church at the coming of Christ in the air (I Cor. 15:51-57; I Thes. 4:13-18); the revelation of Christ at His coming to the earth prior to the setting up of His Millennial kingdom (II Thes. 1:6-10); the personal literal reign of Christ over this earth for 1,000 years (I Cor. 15:24-28; Rev. 19:11-20:6). The total depravity of man through the fall of Adam in Eden's garden (Gen. 3:1-24; Rom. 5:12-19). His absolute helplessness to please God in his unregenerate condition (Rom. 3:9-19, 8:8). The love of God to the entire world (John 3:16). The necessity of the new birth. through the word and Spirit of God (John 3:3-7; I Peter 1:23-25). The uselessness of human works and merit to obtain salvation (Rom. 4:5; Eph. 2:8-9; Tit. 3:5). The finished work of Christ through which complete atonement for sin has been effected (John 19:30; Heb. 9:26; 10:12). Salvation by grace alone, through faith (Eph. 2:8-9; Acts 16:30-31). The efficacy of the blood of Christ, apart from which there can be no salvation (Heb. 9:22; Eph. 1:7; Col. 1:20; I John 1:7) The complete justification of the believer in Christ (Acts 13:38-39; Rom. 5:1), The present assurance of salvation (I John 5:11-13). The present possession of eternal life by every true believer (John 5:24; 6:47). The eternal security of the genuine believer (John 10:28-30; Rom. 8:35-39). The immediate entry into a literal hell of every soul dying without Christ (Luke 16:19-31); the resurrection of all such to stand before the Great White Throne of Judgment (John 5:28,29; Rev. 20:11-13); the consignment of all such into a lake of fire forever and ever (Mat. 25:46; Rev. 20:14-15). The resurrection of all believers at the coming of Christ and the review and reward of their life and works (Luke 14:14; John 5:28-29; Rom. 14:10-12; I Cor 3:11-15; 15:22-23) Separation from sin and the world by the Christian and a godly life to the glory of God (II Cor. 6:14-17; Tit. 2:11-14). (These we believe to be the main doctrines of the scriptures; however, we accept all that is taught in the Word of God.)
We believe the Great Commission of Mat 28:18-20 to be binding upon every Christian and to be carried out by all in dependence upon God- This includes the carrying of the Gospel message to young and old, at home and abroad, by every possible means. Especially do we realize the need of implanting in the minds and heads of the young the Word of Life; therefore we welcome all children and their parents to our Sunday School where nothing but the Truth is taught by born-again, consistent-living teachers.
The study of the Word of God finds a definite place not only in the Bible Class but also at the weeknight service. and in special Bible Classes during the year. Prayer is realized as the necessary ingredient of every meeting; special time being set apart for it. We believe in the priesthood of all believers whereby all are free, as led by the Spirit. to engage in worship to the Father (I Peter 2:5; Heb. 10:19-22). We do not believe in Christian women exercising authority or leadership in the local church, in administration, preaching, praying or teaching in mixed audience. However, we fully believe that qualified Christian women have a wonderful sphere of usefulness among their own sex and with children (I Cor. 14:34-35; I Tim. 2:11-12). We believe leadership is to be exercised by Elders, spiritual men, well known and approved by the Assembly. We also recognize the service of Deacons in the operation and conduct of Church business. (I Tim. 5:17; Tit. 1:5-9; I Tim 3:8-13), We believe in the regular systematic setting aside of the Lord's portion, and the liberal supporting of the Lord's servants and service through the freewill offerings of God's people. both collectively and individually. (I Cor. 9:14; 16:1-2; II Cor. 9:1-15).
Then you need a Savior! We are deeply concerned as to your eternal welfare, and invite you most heartily to attend our Gospel service at your very earliest opportunity. You will there hear words whereby you can be saved. Contact us if you desire to know Christ and His Gospel. (Rom. 3:23; 6:23; 10:9,10; 10:13). |
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