Authority of Scripture: The Bible is the ultimate authority in shaping a person’s life. It is God’s divinely inspired revelation of Himself to humanity—true, trustworthy, and without error.
Believer’s Baptism: We reject infant baptism. Baptism is seen as an ordinance for believers only, performed by immersion. It symbolizes Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection, as well as the believer’s new birth and transformation.
Autonomous Churches: FBC Wortham operates autonomously, under the Lordship of Christ through democratic processes. Members are accountable to Christ, and church officers include pastors and deacons.
Evangelical Faith: FBC Wortham adheres to Evangelical beliefs. We recognize humanity’s fallen state but emphasize that Christ paid the penalty for sin on the cross. Salvation is offered freely to all who receive Christ. Evangelism and missions play a central role in Baptist life.
Heaven and Hell: FBC Wortham believe in a real heaven and hell. Those saved will live eternally in God’s presence, while those who die without salvation will go to hell.
Ordination and Gender Roles: Scripture teaches that men and women are equal in value but have different roles in the family and the church. Pastoral leadership positions are reserved for men.
Trinitarian Belief: Central to our theology is the belief in the Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—as revealed in the Scriptures.