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Series Title: The Church that Jesus Builds Dr. Cory Gonyo – Pastor FBC Bettendorf The mission of First Baptist Church is connecting people to Jesus and each other. As a fellowship of baptized believers in Jesus Christ, we strive to accomplish this mission through God-centered worship, authentic discipleship, world-wide evangelism, and loving ministry ... all dependent on God in prayer.
Biblical FELLOWSHIP based upon the GREAT CONFESSION Jesus said that He would build His church upon the confession that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God (Matt. 16:13-19). All who are in Jesus Christ make up a fellowship defined by truth and partnership with the Apostles, God the Father, Jesus Christ God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, and one another (1 John 1:3-9; 2 Cor. 13:14). Biblical fellowship is a noun (who we are), not just a verb (what we do). Biblical fellowship is better defined as a participation in all of the will and ways of the One True God, His church, and His Kingdom. Biblical DISCIPLESHIP based upon the GREAT COMMISSION Jesus commissioned His followers to make disciples of all nations (Matt. 28:18-20). A Christian who is not living as a disciple is a contradiction to Jesus’ teachings. True disciples or followers of Jesus Christ abide in Him always (John 15:5), by abiding in His Word (John 8:31-32) being set free by the Son Himself (John 8:36), and they experience answered prayer that is in accordance with Jesus’ Word (John 15:7). True disciples love other Christians (John 13:34-35), and prove that they are true followers of Jesus Christ by bearing fruit of godliness and witness (John 15:8). Biblical MINISTRY based upon the GREAT COMMANDMENTS Jesus summed up all of the Christian faith in the two great commandments: to love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength; and to love your neighbor as yourself (Matt. 22:36-40; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27). When Jesus was asked, “Who is my neighbor?” He replied by teaching about the Good Samaritan who helped the downtrodden in time of need (Luke 10:29-37). It is our aspiration to serve and help people in the love of Jesus Christ sacrificially (John 15:13), without discrimination (James 2:1-18), as serving the Lord Himself (Matt. 25:32-40), glorifying God in all things (1 Cor. 10:31-33), all because we were created in Christ Jesus for this purpose (Eph. 2:8-10).
Biblical WORSHIP based upon the GREAT COMMANDMENTS Jesus summed up all of the Christian faith in the two great commandments: to love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength; and to love your neighbor as yourself (Matt. 22:36-40; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27). Jesus taught that there is a difference between false worship and true worship (Matt. 15:2-14). Jesus revealed to us that God the Father seeks true worshippers and that all who worship God must worship Him in spirit and truth (John 4:23-24). Worship is not something we do on Sundays only. Worship is a lifestyle of surrender and service to the Living Lord, Jesus Christ (Rom. 12:1-2). Worship is not a means to another end. Worship is the end for which we were created. True worshippers glorify God in all things, seeking to exalt God and humble themselves. Biblical MISSION based upon the GREAT COMMISSION Jesus gave the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. Jesus’ sovereign command
as the resurrected and installed King of God’s Kingdom is to make disciples of all nations. Every nation, tribe, and tongue must hear the gospel of Jesus Christ. Jesus is the Savior for all peoples of the world and He gave His church the commission to proclaim His gospel to all nations. Biblical EVANGELISM Empowered by the HOLY SPIRIT Luke is the author of the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. Luke 24:45-47 and Acts 1:8 make a bridge that ties the books together. Pay close attention to the word “witness” in both passages. Acts 1:8 is literally Luke’s outline for the whole book of Acts. What is “Holy-Spirit-Filled” witnessing? Jesus Christ gives His disciples power by the Holy Spirit to be witnesses to the fact that Jesus Christ is alive, resurrected from the dead. Jesus Christ is the only Savior who was crucified on the cross for the sins of men, buried, and raised again to life by the power of God. May the Holy Spirit empower us also to witness to the resurrection of Jesus Christ so that sinners may call upon His name and be saved (Romans 10:9-15).
Biblical PRAYER dependent upon the Living God for all things Jesus said that if we abide in Him and His words abide in us, we can ask whatever we wish and it will be done for us (John 15:7). The key to biblical prayer is that it be in response to God’s revelation. Let us pray the I.O.U.S. as the Scriptures teach. Incline my heart to Your testimonies And not to dishonest gain (Ps. 119:36). Open my eyes, that I may behold Wonderful things from Your law (Ps. 119:18). Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name (Ps. 86:11). As for me, I shall behold Your face in righteousness; I will be satisfied with Your likeness when I awake (Ps. 17:15).
First Baptist Church Connecting People to Jesus and to Each Other
As a Fellowship of Baptized Believers in Jesus Christ
Dependent in
Prayer
For
God-Centered Worship
Luke 24:45-47 Scripture-Saturated, Gospel-Centered, Repentance-Proclaiming, to All Nations Acts 17:10-12 The Bereans 1 Peter 2:9 A People for God’s Possession, a Priesthood Continually Serving God & Others Hebrews 13:15 Each Believer a Priest Eph. 2:8-9 Saved by Grace Titus 2:14 God Gave Himself to Purify For Himself a People Zealous for Good Deeds Salvation is by Grace Alone, Through Faith Alone, in Jesus Christ Alone, According to Scripture Alone, To the Glory of God Alone Loving the Chosen Children of God as Co-heirs Of the Eternal Kingdom of God By Encouraging and Edifying One Another In the Faith Hebrews 10:25 Not Forsaking the Fellowship Matthew 22:39 Love Your Neighbor as Yourself John 13:34-35 Love One Another Matthew 18:21ff Forgive as Often as Needed Philippians 2:1-4 Considering Others More Important James 2:1-13 Not Showing Partiality Matthew 18:15-20 Church Discipline to God’s Glory Galatians 6:1-2 Restoring Each Other Lord’s Supper, Baptism, Like Faith & Practice, Tithing, Church Membership Done Corporately by Christians Only Communicating with Our Creator For Guidance and Blessing 1 Thess. 5:17 Pray Constantly Acts 2:42 Devoted to the Apostle’s Teaching, Fellowship, Breaking Bread, & Prayer Acts 6:4 Devoted to Prayer and the Ministry of the Word Eph. 6:18 Pray at All Times for All Saints Col. 4:2-3, 12 Devoted to Prayer for Ministry Done by Christians to God for All Ascribing to the LORD the Glory Due His Name (1 Chron. 16:29-30) Matthew 4:10 Worship and Serve God Only Matthew 22:37 Love God First and Above All 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Preach God’s Word John 4:24 Worship in Spirit and Truth Done TO God by Christians Only
Through
Authentic Discipleship With
Loving Ministry
Pursuing
World-Wide Evangelism & Mission
Training Christians to be Unashamedly Obedient to God’s Word for the Purpose of Godliness Matthew 28:18-20 Great Commission Matthew 7:5 Remove the Log First Eph. 4:11-13 Equipping the Saints 1 Tim. 4:7 Purpose of Godliness Done in the Body of Christ by Christians Only
Serving Our Neighbors Openly in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ Luke 10:29-37 The Good Samaritan John 15:13 Sacrificing for Others Eph. 2:10 Good Works Physical and Spiritual Service Done by Christians to Non-Christians Calling Out to a Lost World the Hope of Eternal Life in Jesus Christ Acts 1:8 Christ’s Witnesses to All of the World 2 Cor. 5:17-20 Ambassadors for Christ; Ministers of Reconciliation Matthew 28:18-20 The Great Commission Rev. 21:27 Lamb’s Book of Life Done by Christians TO Non-Christians
Biblical FELLOWSHIP based upon the GREAT CONFESSION Jesus said that He would build His church upon the confession that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God (Matt. 16:13-19). All who are in Jesus Christ make up a fellowship defined by truth and partnership with the Apostles, God the Father, Jesus Christ God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, and one another (1 John 1:3-9; 2 Cor. 13:14). Biblical fellowship is a noun (who we are), not just a verb (what we do). Biblical fellowship is better defined as a participation in all of the will and ways of the One True God, His church, and His Kingdom. Biblical DISCIPLESHIP based upon the GREAT COMMISSION Jesus commissioned His followers to make disciples of all nations (Matt. 28:18-20). A Christian who is not living as a disciple is a contradiction to Jesus’ teachings. True disciples or followers of Jesus Christ abide in Him always (John 15:5), by abiding in His Word (John 8:31-32) being set free by the Son Himself (John 8:36), and they experience answered prayer that is in accordance with Jesus’ Word (John 15:7). True disciples love other Christians (John 13:34-35), and prove that they are true followers of Jesus Christ by bearing fruit of godliness and witness (John 15:8). Biblical MINISTRY based upon the GREAT COMMANDMENTS Jesus summed up all of the Christian faith in the two great commandments: to love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength; and to love your neighbor as yourself (Matt. 22:36-40; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27). When Jesus was asked, “Who is my neighbor?” He replied by teaching about the Good Samaritan who helped the downtrodden in time of need (Luke 10:29-37). It is our aspiration to serve and help people in the love of Jesus Christ sacrificially (John 15:13), without discrimination (James 2:1-18), as serving the Lord Himself (Matt. 25:32-40), glorifying God in all things (1 Cor. 10:31-33), all because we were created in Christ Jesus for this purpose (Eph. 2:8-10).
Biblical WORSHIP based upon the GREAT COMMANDMENTS Jesus summed up all of the Christian faith in the two great commandments: to love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength; and to love your neighbor as yourself (Matt. 22:36-40; Mark 12:29-31; Luke 10:27). Jesus taught that there is a difference between false worship and true worship (Matt. 15:2-14). Jesus revealed to us that God the Father seeks true worshippers and that all who worship God must worship Him in spirit and truth (John 4:23-24). Worship is not something we do on Sundays only. Worship is a lifestyle of surrender and service to the Living Lord, Jesus Christ (Rom. 12:1-2). Worship is not a means to another end. Worship is the end for which we were created. True worshippers glorify God in all things, seeking to exalt God and humble themselves. Biblical MISSION based upon the GREAT COMMISSION Jesus gave the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. Jesus’ sovereign command
as the resurrected and installed King of God’s Kingdom is to make disciples of all nations. Every nation, tribe, and tongue must hear the gospel of Jesus Christ. Jesus is the Savior for all peoples of the world and He gave His church the commission to proclaim His gospel to all nations. Biblical EVANGELISM Empowered by the HOLY SPIRIT Luke is the author of the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. Luke 24:45-47 and Acts 1:8 make a bridge that ties the books together. Pay close attention to the word “witness” in both passages. Acts 1:8 is literally Luke’s outline for the whole book of Acts. What is “Holy-Spirit-Filled” witnessing? Jesus Christ gives His disciples power by the Holy Spirit to be witnesses to the fact that Jesus Christ is alive, resurrected from the dead. Jesus Christ is the only Savior who was crucified on the cross for the sins of men, buried, and raised again to life by the power of God. May the Holy Spirit empower us also to witness to the resurrection of Jesus Christ so that sinners may call upon His name and be saved (Romans 10:9-15).
Biblical PRAYER dependent upon the Living God for all things Jesus said that if we abide in Him and His words abide in us, we can ask whatever we wish and it will be done for us (John 15:7). The key to biblical prayer is that it be in response to God’s revelation. Let us pray the I.O.U.S. as the Scriptures teach. Incline my heart to Your testimonies And not to dishonest gain (Ps. 119:36). Open my eyes, that I may behold Wonderful things from Your law (Ps. 119:18). Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name (Ps. 86:11). As for me, I shall behold Your face in righteousness; I will be satisfied with Your likeness when I awake (Ps. 17:15).
First Baptist Church Connecting People to Jesus and to Each Other
As a Fellowship of Baptized Believers in Jesus Christ
Dependent in
Prayer
For
God-Centered Worship
Luke 24:45-47 Scripture-Saturated, Gospel-Centered, Repentance-Proclaiming, to All Nations Acts 17:10-12 The Bereans 1 Peter 2:9 A People for God’s Possession, a Priesthood Continually Serving God & Others Hebrews 13:15 Each Believer a Priest Eph. 2:8-9 Saved by Grace Titus 2:14 God Gave Himself to Purify For Himself a People Zealous for Good Deeds Salvation is by Grace Alone, Through Faith Alone, in Jesus Christ Alone, According to Scripture Alone, To the Glory of God Alone Loving the Chosen Children of God as Co-heirs Of the Eternal Kingdom of God By Encouraging and Edifying One Another In the Faith Hebrews 10:25 Not Forsaking the Fellowship Matthew 22:39 Love Your Neighbor as Yourself John 13:34-35 Love One Another Matthew 18:21ff Forgive as Often as Needed Philippians 2:1-4 Considering Others More Important James 2:1-13 Not Showing Partiality Matthew 18:15-20 Church Discipline to God’s Glory Galatians 6:1-2 Restoring Each Other Lord’s Supper, Baptism, Like Faith & Practice, Tithing, Church Membership Done Corporately by Christians Only Communicating with Our Creator For Guidance and Blessing 1 Thess. 5:17 Pray Constantly Acts 2:42 Devoted to the Apostle’s Teaching, Fellowship, Breaking Bread, & Prayer Acts 6:4 Devoted to Prayer and the Ministry of the Word Eph. 6:18 Pray at All Times for All Saints Col. 4:2-3, 12 Devoted to Prayer for Ministry Done by Christians to God for All Ascribing to the LORD the Glory Due His Name (1 Chron. 16:29-30) Matthew 4:10 Worship and Serve God Only Matthew 22:37 Love God First and Above All 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Preach God’s Word John 4:24 Worship in Spirit and Truth Done TO God by Christians Only
Through
Authentic Discipleship With
Loving Ministry
Pursuing
World-Wide Evangelism & Mission
Training Christians to be Unashamedly Obedient to God’s Word for the Purpose of Godliness Matthew 28:18-20 Great Commission Matthew 7:5 Remove the Log First Eph. 4:11-13 Equipping the Saints 1 Tim. 4:7 Purpose of Godliness Done in the Body of Christ by Christians Only
Serving Our Neighbors Openly in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ Luke 10:29-37 The Good Samaritan John 15:13 Sacrificing for Others Eph. 2:10 Good Works Physical and Spiritual Service Done by Christians to Non-Christians Calling Out to a Lost World the Hope of Eternal Life in Jesus Christ Acts 1:8 Christ’s Witnesses to All of the World 2 Cor. 5:17-20 Ambassadors for Christ; Ministers of Reconciliation Matthew 28:18-20 The Great Commission Rev. 21:27 Lamb’s Book of Life Done by Christians TO Non-Christians
