What We Believe

What We Believe

In the essential beliefs, we have unity.
In non-essential beliefs, we have freedom. In all beliefs, we show love.

The essentials we believe:
God	He is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These are co-equal and one God.
Jesus Christ	He is the Son of God. He is co-equal with God the Father, lived a sinless human life, and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven's glory and will return again someday.
Holy Spirit	Co-equal with God the Father and the Son. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift to use in service.
Bible	It is God's Word to us. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. It is without error.
Humans	People are made in the image of God to be like Him in Character. We are the supreme object of God's creation. However, all people are born disobedient to God. The Bible calls that disobedience, sin. Without salvation through Jesus, the penalty for sin is eternal separation from God.
Salvation	It is God's free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness, can anyone be saved from sin's penalty.

Our Vision & Our Mission

The vision of Brenham's First Baptist Church is very simple: Love God and Love People.
Because we love God, we are here to fulfill His mission..."that through Jesus, the world might know God."

We are on a mission to see lives changed by the power of God. We want to see lives conformed to the image of Jesus. We want to grow followers of Christ who...