1. Fill in the blanks for the following acronym of the Baptist distinctives:
- Authority
The __________ is the sole authority for faith and practice (John 14:6; 1 Timothy 4:13–17; 2 Timothy 3:15–17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:20–21) - of the Local Assembly (from any state or hierarchy)
The assembly is self-governing (Acts 6:1–5), not a part of, or answerable to, a hierarchical system (Matthew 18:17). Christ alone is the authority (Colossians 1:18; 1 Peter 5:4; Ephesians 5:23). - of the Believer
The individual has personal access to commune with God by one mediator alone, Jesus Christ (1 Peter 2:5; 1 Timothy 2:5). - Ordinances (Water Baptism, Lord's Supper)
- Individual
The believer is answerable only to God for his actions (Romans 14:5, 12), though he certainly has a responsibility to not be the cause of offense (Romans 14:13), while still being able to build up others with the truth (Romans 14:19; 2 Corinthians 4:2; Titus 1:9). - and Baptized Membership
The local assembly is comprised of those who have testified of their faith in Christ as Savior by water immersion (baptism) (Matthew 18:19; Acts 2:41, 8:36). - Two Offices (, )
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- Of the State from the Assembly (Romans 13:1–7; Matthew 22:15–29; Acts 5:29)
- Of Believers from the World
- Of the Assembly from Errant Churches
2. Make the best choice.
Name 3 of our "spiritual ancestors" who did not go by the name "Baptist".
Hint
4. Which one is permanent?
5. Name 3 "Benefits of Membership"
6. What is the key gift/ability?
