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First Baptist Church of Elgin
Church Covenant
2006
Because we have accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior and have been baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we most solemnly and joyfully make these commitments to one another.
We promise that with the aid of the Holy Spirit we will love one another, seek what is best for this church, and contribute faithfully of our talents and resources to its support. This local body of believers covenants together to worship, to observe the biblical ordinances of baptism by immersion and communion, and to evangelize the world around us.
We also promise to share in private and family devotions regularly, to teach our children Christian truths, to tell others of Christ, and to live in the world as practicing Christians. We will strive to be fair in our dealings with others, faithful to our duties, and examples to others in our conduct. We will avoid making undeserved judgments upon others, spreading rumors, and allowing our emotions to control our better judgment. We will strive in every way to advance the Kingdom of our Savior.
We further promise to express Christian concern for each other, to pray for each other, and to assist any who need help in times of sickness or difficulty. We will speak in a way consistent with faith; we will not become offended easily; we will be agents of reconciliation wherever it is needed. Finally, we promise that should we relocate we will, as quickly as possible, join another church to fulfill the principles of God's Word.
Revised July 2006
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