Your complete doctrinal statement should clarify your beliefs regarding the following:
- The Scriptures: The authority and inspiration of the Bible.
- God: Your understanding of God's nature and attributes.
- Christ: The person and work of Jesus Christ.
- The Holy Spirit: The role and work of the Holy Spirit.
- The Trinity: The belief in one God in three persons.
- Angels: Your view on the existence and role of angels.
- Satan: The nature and influence of Satan.
- Demons: The reality and role of demons.
- Man: Your understanding of human nature and purpose.
- Sin: Your view on sin and its effects on humanity.
- Salvation: The process of salvation and how it is received.
- The Church: The nature, purpose, and function of the Church.
- Last Things: Your beliefs regarding the end times, the return of Christ, and eternity.
Additionally, please address the following:
- The Gospel: Your definition of the Gospel message.
- Baptist Identity: Why you identify as a Baptist.
- Missions Philosophy: Your approach and principles for missionary work.
- Creation: Your belief regarding the Genesis account of creation.
- Separation: Your views on personal and ecclesiastical separation.
- Eternal Security: Your position on the security of the believer.
- Charismatic Movement: Your stance on the Charismatic Movement.
- Calvinism/Reformed Theology: Your perspective on Calvinism and the T.U.L.I.P. model.
- Indigenous Church Planting: Your approach to church planting in native cultures.
- Tithing and Missions Giving: Your views on giving, including tithing and supporting missions.
**Your application will not be accepted without a complete doctrinal statement addressing all of the topics listed above.