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Because we have accepted Jesus Christ as our Saviour and Lord,
Because we have demonstrated our commitment to Jesus by being baptized as believers,
Because we are in agreement with the vision of New River Community Church,
We now choose to unite with the New River Church family as members for one year. This means that...
We will, with God’s help, continue to grow personally in our love for Him...
...by regularly spending time alone with God praying to and worshiping Him. (Romans 12:1-2; Colossians 4:2)
...by studying His perfect Word, the Bible. (II Timothy 2:15)
...by faithfully participating in the celebration services, and cell groups. (Acts 2:42-47; Hebrews 10:25)
...by being equipped to serve by my pastors. (Ephesians 4:11-13)
We will work to keep the unity of the Church...
...by resolving conflicts with others face to face, quickly and Biblically. (Matthew 18:15-20; I Peter 4:8)
...by refusing to speak poorly about or listen to gossip about another. (Ephesians 4:29; II Timothy 2:16)
...by praying together with my brothers and sisters for our church, our community and our world. (I Timothy 2:8)
...by following the leaders whom God has placed over us.(Hebrews 13:17)
We will work to help our church grow...
...by inviting my unchurched friends to come with me to the various events of my church. (Luke 14:23)
...by inviting my unchurched friends to come with me to the various events of my church. (Luke 14:23)
...by warmly welcoming those who visit my church.(Colossians 4:5)
...by using the abilities and talents God has given me to minister in my church. (I Peter 4:9-11)
...by giving back to God a biblical portion of my income to support the church. (Leviticus 27:30)
...by being a good testimony in my community. (Philippians 1:27; I Peter 2:12)
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