01 / BF&M I
The Bible
Scripture is God’s inspired, trustworthy Word and our final authority.
2 Timothy 3:16–17
Our beliefs / Rooted in Scripture
Faith that shapes
our shared life.
What we believe matters for how we pray, welcome one another, and follow Jesus through the week. Here is a brief introduction to the convictions shaping The Table.
Our doctrinal foundation
These selected summaries draw from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. Explore the complete statement for its full teaching and Scripture references.
Read the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 ↗02 / BF&M II
God
One God exists eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Matthew 28:19
03 / BF&M II
Jesus
Jesus is divine and human: sinless, crucified for sinners, risen bodily, and reigning.
John 1:1–18; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4
04 / BF&M II
The Holy Spirit
The Spirit brings new birth, indwells believers, forms Christlike character, and empowers service.
John 16:7–15; Galatians 5:22–25
05 / BF&M III
Humanity
We bear God’s image; sin separates us from God, and we need grace.
Genesis 1:26–27; Romans 3:23
06 / BF&M IV–V
Salvation
God saves through grace, repentance, and faith in Jesus, transforming and preserving believers.
Ephesians 2:8–10; John 10:27–29
07 / BF&M VI
The Church
Local churches govern themselves under Christ as communities of baptized believers.
Acts 2:41–47; Colossians 1:18
08 / BF&M VI
Church Leadership
Pastors and deacons serve; biblically qualified men hold the pastoral office.
1 Timothy 3:1–13
09 / BF&M VII
Baptism & Communion
Believers’ immersion pictures faith in Christ; the Lord’s Supper remembers his death and anticipates his return.
Romans 6:3–5; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26
10 / BF&M XI, XIII
Mission
We make disciples, share the gospel, and serve others generously.
Matthew 28:18–20; 2 Corinthians 9:6–8
11 / BF&M XVIII
Marriage & Family
Marriage unites one man and one woman for life; families nurture children.
Genesis 2:24; Ephesians 5:21–6:4
12 / BF&M IX–X
Our Hope
Jesus returns to raise and judge everyone; believers live with him forever.
Acts 1:11; Revelation 20–22
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Room to understand.
The official SBC page identifies its amendment to Article VI in 2023.
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