FAQ's
You may find the answer to your question about Fellowship Baptist Church here.
- WHY should I become a Christian and what must I do?
- BAPTISM - Why should I be Baptized?
- BELIEFS - What are FBC's beliefs?
- BIBLE STUDY - What Bible study groups does FBC have?
- BIBLE STUDY - How do I join a Bible study group?
- BIBLE - What version of the Bible does FBC use?
- CHILDREN - Is there a nursery and child care for services?
- DENOMINATION - Is FBC an independent church or part of a denomination?
- FAMILY - What does FBC have to offer my family?
- MEMBERSHIP - Why should I become a member of FBC?
- MEMBERSHIP - What is expected of member of FBC?
- MEMBERSHIP - How do I join Fellowship Baptist Church?
- WEDDINGS - Can I have my wedding at FBC?
- WORSHIP - What is the style of worship at FBC?
- ATTIRE - Is there a dress code at FBC?
WHY should I become a Christian and what must I do?
There are hundreds of reasons why you should give your life to Jesus, become a Christian, and follow Jesus. Three of the foremost are: this is your only way to heaven; only Jesus can give you the quality of life you want and need; Jesus can change you into being the person God meant for you to be. To become a Christian as simple as A - B - C.
A - Acknowledge or admit that you have sinned and are a sinner. Sin is failing to be or do as God intends. Because of man's nature, he chooses to do his own will and not God's. This makes him a sinner. Even one could change his nature and could quit sinning, he would still have to account for all his past. This separates him from God permanently and eternally.
B - Believe that Jesus is God's only Son, that He died on the cross in your behalf, that He was buried and rose from the grave. Believe that He did this so that you may be forgiven of your sins and so that you may have a relationship with God. This results in knowing God which is eternal life.
C - Commit your life to Jesus by confessing Him as your Lord and trusting Him as your savior. You should turn from sin and seek to follow Jesus in everything. Through prayer, ask God to forgive you and accepted Him in your life today.
For further explanations our "Eternal Life" page or contact FBC.
BAPTISM - Why should I be Baptized?
First, Jesus commands His followers to be baptized. Second, Jesus Himself was baptized. Also, baptism pictures what Jesus did - His death, burial and resurrection for us - and our death to an old way of living and a resurrection to a new life and way of living.
BELIEFS - What are FBC's beliefs?
Fellowship Baptist Church's beliefs are foundational to everything the church is and does. These beliefs have been held by Christians for 2,000 years and are clearly given by God in His Word, the Bible. Every believer can know these truths for himself because they are communicated by God's Holy Spirit. For a summary of those beliefs, click on the "What We Believe" button on the main menu on the left. These beliefs are shared by millions of Christians, especially those who belong to Southern Baptist churches.
BIBLE STUDY - What Bible study groups does FBC have?
FBC teaches the Bible in every worship service and in small groups studies that meet at various times. A detailed list of Bible study groups can be found under the "Ministries" button on the main menu and clicking/selecting, "Bible Studies / Small Groups."
BIBLE STUDY - How do I join a Bible study group?
While anyone is welcome to attend a Bible study group without being a member of that group, greater benefits are received in being a member. Most groups can be joined without cost at anytime by expressing the desire to join to the teacher/leader. Likewise, you may also discontinue your membership at your descretion.
BIBLE - What version of the Bible does FBC use?
FBC has no "official" version or translation of the Bible. Bible study groups on Sunday mornings often use literature to support their Bible study. Depending on the class and teacher, this literature has either the King James Version or the New International Version printed in it. Our pastor most often reads and preaches from the King James or the New King James Version of the Bible. Our pastor wants encourages us to use the version that we WILL read and study.
CHILDREN - Is there a nursery and child care for services?
Parents may choose to have their children attend all services with them. At the parents' decretion children three years old and younger may be placed in the care of the nursery which is open for most services. During the Sunday morning worship service, separate age-related services are offered for pre-school chlidren and for first & second graders.
DENOMINATION - Is FBC an independent church or part of a denomination?
FBC is an independent, missionary-minded, Baptist church cooperating with other like-minded churches voluntarily supporting the North Pulaski Baptist Association, the Arkansas Baptist State Convention and the Southern Baptist Convention.
FAMILY - What does FBC have to offer my family?
FBC is a family oriented church with ministries to children, youth and adults. Every effort is made to support and strengthen the family.
MEMBERSHIP - Why should I become a member of FBC?
Non-members can attend and are welcome at most events, programs, organizations and services. However, members enjoy many benefits and blessings because of their commitment and acceptance of responsible involvement. Members can have a voice in decisions, hold leadership positions and effect the future of FBC. While it is no doubt fun to attend your favorite team's sporting event, it doesn't compare with being able to be a part of the team itself, much less geing able to play in the game.
MEMBERSHIP - What is expected of member of FBC?
While it is relatively easy to join FBC, members expect each other to be live under the Lordship of Jesus Christ and to agree and adhere to the "Membership Covenant."
MEMBERSHIP - How do I join Fellowship Baptist Church?
At the conclusion of most services a song is sung during which anyone may approach the ministerial staff and express his desire to join. (If this presents a problem, contact the pastor.) FBC receives into membership those individuals who have received Jesus Christ as savior and follow Him as Lord and who share their commonly held beliefs. Individuals may join:
By profession of faith in Jesus and believer’s baptism.
If a person has accepted Jesus as their personal savior and therefore become born-again, they can announce to the church their faith in Christ and request Believer’s Baptism.
By believer’s baptism.
A person who has accepted Christ but never been baptized can join by requesting baptism.
Sometimes a person decides to join FBC from a church of another Christian denomination that does not practice baptism by immersion. In these cases, baptism is required to welcome a person into the fellowship of the church and to signify commitment, even though the individual may have been a Christian for a long time.
By Transfer of Membership
Persons who have become Christians and been baptized and are current members of another Baptist church can join FBC by asking our church office to transfer their membership (Sometimes refered to as "By Letter").
By Statement
A person who has been born again and baptized by immersion can join FBC by their statement of the faith. Sometimes, a person can’t remember the name of the church where their membership is recorded. Or, the church may have disbanded.
Since a transfer of membership from a non-Baptist church is not available, individuals who state their conversion to Christ and their baptism by immersion in another kind of church that is similar in belief to FBC can be received for membership without being baptized again. Candidates for membership under these conditions will want to visit with a ministerial staff member to discuss their circumstances.
WEDDINGS - Can I have my wedding at FBC?
Current policy provides the use of FBC facilities for weddings only for church members and their immediate family.
WORSHIP - What is the style of worship at FBC?
The most commonly use word to describe FBC's style of worship is "blended." Singing a mixture of choruses and hymns with both traditional and contemporary means. Use is made of drama and video presentations. Efforts are made to involve many individuals in different aspects. Music is presented by soloists, groups, choirs and various instrumentalists. The pastor preaches and teach the Word of God and uses visual helps to reinforce the message. The goal in each service is to bring worshippers into the presence of God, to focus their attention of Him and to encounter Jesus.
ATTIRE - Is there a dress code at FBC?
Fellowship Baptist Church is home to people of all ages from a variety of backgrounds. As such, there is not a "right" way to dress for church. We are more concerned with meeting your spiritual needs than with what you wear. We encourage you to dress in what is comfortable to you-some people prefer to wear suits and some people prefer to wear jeans. All we ask is that your attire is modest and reflects a reverence for the Lord. So, dress comfortably, enjoy our heartfelt worship, and listen to messages that proclaim God's truth.