Our Beliefs
At Allons Baptist Church, we believe that what we believe matters. Our faith is not founded upon human traditions, personal opinions, or changing cultural values, but upon the unchanging truth of God's Word.
We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is our foundation for faith, our guide for daily living, and the final authority for everything we believe and practice.
Above all, we believe that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation and that the mission of the church is to proclaim His Gospel, make disciples, and glorify God in all things.
“Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” — John 17:17 (NKJV)
At Allons Baptist Church, we believe that genuine Christian unity must be grounded in the unchanging truth of God's Word.
While Christians may disagree on certain matters of interpretation and practice, there are foundational doctrines that define the Christian faith and unite believers in Jesus Christ.
We affirm six essential truths that form the foundation of our faith and fellowship.
"Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." — Ephesians 4:3 (NKJV)
While these doctrines represent the foundational truths of the Christian faith, we recognize that salvation does not come through merely acknowledging these beliefs, but through repentance toward God and personal faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
1. The Authority of Scripture
We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God, serving as the final authority for all matters of faith and practice.
2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21
2. The Triune God
We believe there is one true and living God who eternally exists in three distinct Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each is fully God, equal in divine nature, yet distinct in personhood.
Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14
3. Humanity's Sinfulness and Need for Salvation
We believe all people are created in the image of God but have sinned and fallen short of His glory. Because of sin, every person stands in need of God's forgiveness and salvation.
Genesis 1:26–27; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23
4. The Person and Work of Jesus Christ
We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man, conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived a sinless life, died as a substitute for sinners, and bodily rose from the dead on the third day.
Matthew 1:18–23; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4
5. Salvation Through Christ Alone
We believe salvation is by God's grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by human works or religious effort. Jesus is the only way to reconciliation with God, and all who repent and believe in Him receive forgiveness and eternal life.
John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Ephesians 2:8–9
6. Christ's Return and Eternal Destiny
We believe Jesus Christ will personally return, the dead will be raised, and God will judge all humanity in righteousness. Those who belong to Christ will enjoy eternal life with God, while those who reject Him will face eternal punishment.
John 5:28–29; Acts 1:11; Revelation 20:11–15; Revelation 21:1–4
While the previous six doctrines establish the foundations of our shared Christian faith, we also recognize that unity within a local church requires agreement concerning its beliefs, practices, and responsibilities.
The following six convictions help define who we are as Allons Baptist Church and provide the foundation for our membership and congregational life.
7. Baptism and the Lord's Supper as Ordinances
We believe Jesus Christ established two ordinances for His church: Baptism and the Lord's Supper. These are acts of obedience and testimony that symbolize important truths of the Gospel, but they do not provide salvation.
Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 22:19–20; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26
8. Believer's Baptism by Immersion
We believe biblical baptism is the immersion of a believer in water following a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ. Baptism publicly identifies the believer with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection.
Acts 2:41; Acts 8:36–39; Romans 6:3–4
9. Regenerate Church Membership
We believe local church membership is intended for those who have personally professed faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrated evidence of spiritual regeneration. Membership involves a commitment to worship, fellowship, discipleship, service, and mutual accountability.
Acts 2:41–42; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Hebrews 10:24–25
10. Biblical Marriage, Sexuality, and Gender
We believe God created humanity male and female in His image and established marriage as a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. We believe sexual intimacy is reserved for marriage and that all people are to be treated with dignity, compassion, and love.
Genesis 1:27; Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4–6; 1 Corinthians 6:18–20
11. Congregational Responsibility and Church Discipline
We believe the members of a local church share responsibility for protecting its doctrine, maintaining its unity, and encouraging one another toward spiritual maturity. When correction is necessary, biblical church discipline should be exercised with humility, love, and the goal of repentance and restoration.
Matthew 18:15–17; 1 Corinthians 5:12–13; Galatians 6:1
12. Biblical Church Leadership
We believe Jesus Christ is the supreme Head of the church and that He has established qualified pastors/elders and deacons to serve His people. Pastors are responsible for spiritual oversight, teaching, and shepherding, while deacons serve the practical needs of the congregation. All leadership remains accountable to Christ and His Word.
Ephesians 1:22–23; Acts 20:28; 1 Timothy 3:1–13; 1 Peter 5:2–3
At Allons Baptist Church, we recognize that faithful believers may reach different conclusions concerning certain biblical interpretations and practices.
While we remain firmly committed to the essential doctrines of Christianity and the shared convictions of our local church, we believe that differences on secondary matters should not become unnecessary barriers to Christian fellowship.
We encourage every believer to study the Scriptures diligently, follow their conscience in submission to God's Word, and extend grace to those who may understand certain matters differently.
Our desire is not uniformity in every opinion, but unity in Christ, faithfulness to Scripture, and a shared commitment to glorifying God.
"Let each be fully convinced in his own mind." — Romans 14:5 (NKJV)
At Allons Baptist Church, we believe that biblical truth and Christian love must always go hand in hand.
We are called to stand firmly upon the truth of God's Word, but we must do so with humility, patience, kindness, and genuine love for others.
Even when disagreements arise, our desire is to demonstrate the character of Christ in the way we speak, serve, correct, and care for one another.
We believe that genuine Christian unity is not achieved by compromising biblical truth, but by faithfully walking together in truth and love.
"But, speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things into Him who is the head—Christ." — Ephesians 4:15 (NKJV)
Where Love Is Felt, The Message Is Heard.
At Allons Baptist Church, the Bible is our supreme and final authority for all matters of faith and practice.
As a Southern Baptist congregation, we currently recognize the Baptist Faith and Message as our formally adopted statement of faith. This document summarizes many of the biblical doctrines and convictions that have historically shaped Baptist churches.
While no human statement of faith carries the authority of Scripture itself, we believe that clearly expressing our doctrinal convictions helps promote biblical understanding, accountability, and unity within the church.
We encourage everyone to examine these beliefs in light of God's Word, seeking to grow in both truth and love.
