Post by Veta Bowers on Sept 5, 2006 4:40:26 GMT -5
Mission
To mimic the fellowship in Acts 2:42-47:
They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Statement of Faith
The Apostle’s creed:
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from whence he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. AMEN.
Guidelines
This forum is a place without walls or stained glass or professionals. It is a forum for a fellowship of believers in Jesus, and therefore a church; a place for members of the Church to grow in the Lord and fellowship with each other.
Although this is a church, its main base is on the internet. I know that it is easy to put on a new mask and be someone else on the internet, but remember, your God is here and he sees through that. Please be yourself; come naked to the altar of God, unashamed to let His glory shine through you and to expose yourself to him and to your fellowship. It is the only way that we can help each other and become strong together and base all of it solely on God and His Word.
We are all sinners. Please do not judge, for Jesus said it is not our right. Be trustworthy and trusting, as frightening as it can be. We are here to pray for and support one another and to share everything with each other as we grow in the Lord. If there’s something you don’t feel comfortable sharing, please write on the forum in the right place something like, “something is going on/ I am struggling with a sin that is between God and myself and those directly involved. Please pray for this situation even though I can’t tell you details”.
We are here to build relationships with each other and our Savior. Please refrain from things that would prohibit the ability to do such things. For example, please use kind language only, don't put anyone down, and jokes should be appropriate for all ages. Use your own discretion, you know what's right and wrong.
Thank you for using this forum, and I pray that you will take my advice on what to do here.
For non-believers and seekers:
This is a place for you, too. People of all spiritual maturity and beliefs are welcome here as long as they are open to learn and grow and not judge. If anyone has a question, ask it! He who seeks shall find.
Thank you all for reading, please have a good time!
To mimic the fellowship in Acts 2:42-47:
They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Statement of Faith
The Apostle’s creed:
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from whence he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. AMEN.
Guidelines
This forum is a place without walls or stained glass or professionals. It is a forum for a fellowship of believers in Jesus, and therefore a church; a place for members of the Church to grow in the Lord and fellowship with each other.
Although this is a church, its main base is on the internet. I know that it is easy to put on a new mask and be someone else on the internet, but remember, your God is here and he sees through that. Please be yourself; come naked to the altar of God, unashamed to let His glory shine through you and to expose yourself to him and to your fellowship. It is the only way that we can help each other and become strong together and base all of it solely on God and His Word.
We are all sinners. Please do not judge, for Jesus said it is not our right. Be trustworthy and trusting, as frightening as it can be. We are here to pray for and support one another and to share everything with each other as we grow in the Lord. If there’s something you don’t feel comfortable sharing, please write on the forum in the right place something like, “something is going on/ I am struggling with a sin that is between God and myself and those directly involved. Please pray for this situation even though I can’t tell you details”.
We are here to build relationships with each other and our Savior. Please refrain from things that would prohibit the ability to do such things. For example, please use kind language only, don't put anyone down, and jokes should be appropriate for all ages. Use your own discretion, you know what's right and wrong.
Thank you for using this forum, and I pray that you will take my advice on what to do here.
For non-believers and seekers:
This is a place for you, too. People of all spiritual maturity and beliefs are welcome here as long as they are open to learn and grow and not judge. If anyone has a question, ask it! He who seeks shall find.
Thank you all for reading, please have a good time!