Calvary Baptist Church

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Our Philosophy

Our philosophy of ministry is rooted in the belief that every Christian is called by God to serve Him and is gifted by God to do so. Spiritual growth is a vital part of a person's preparation for effective service. Spiritual growth comes over time through studying God's word and applying it by faith to life's varied challenges. The key ways a local church can aid its members in spiritual growth is by providing vibrant Bible teaching, supportive relationships, and ministry opportunities.

Central to our philosophy of ministry is the "team concept." This is reflected in Jesus' choosing the Apostles and sending them out in pairs and in Paul's missionary work and his instruction regarding plurality of elders for each church. So we serve the Lord in teams who pray, plan, and work together harmoniously. We learn to appreciate each team member's particular gifts and abilities.

Our worship services are guided by a commitment to glorify God in all we do. As reflects our diverse congregation, we pursue a variety of musical and artistic styles. We encourage able singers, musicians and artists to use their gifts, talents, abilities and instruments in the assembly to lead the congregation in worship to the glory of God.

Our Beliefs

The Bible
We believe that the Holy Bible is the verbally inspired Word of God; that it is inerrant; and that it is our sole authority for faith and practice.

God
We believe there is only one true God; eternally existing in three Persons - Father, Son and Holy Spirit - each of whom possesses equally all of the divine attributes.

Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man, that He was born of a virgin, that He lived a sinless life, died for sinners, rose from the dead, ascended into heaven, and that He will return to the earth one day.

The Holy Spirit
We believe that the Holy Spirit is fully God and that He enlightens the minds of sinners, and indwells, seals, comforts, and guides believers into the truth.

Man
We believe that man was created in the image of God, that we sinned, bringing upon ourselves physical and spiritual death and that all persons are sinners and alienated from God, needing His salvation.

Salvation
We believe that Jesus Christ died for our sins and conquered sin and death through His resurrection. All who trust in Him receive salvation or eternal life as a free gift and are secure in Him forever. Salvation is by faith alone in Christ alone.

The Church
We believe that all believers in the present age are members of the body of Christ, the church. Believers are called to fellowship with a local church for worship, edification and evangelism.

Human Destiny
We believe that at death all believers enter the presence of God and all unbelievers are separated from God and that these estates, known as heaven and hell, are eternal and irrevocable.

Calvary Baptist Church
15880/15890 Crest Drive
Woodbridge, VA 22191
703-670-7217