Justin Dabbs, Pastor
Joy of Grace Church
Services
Baptism
The significance of baptism--it's a symbol of the spiritual cleansing that we receive when we submit ourselves to Jesus, and a sign that we are dedicating ourselves to God's service. The spiritual meaning is a means by which God conveys Grace. By undergoing this rite, the person baptized receives remission of sins, and is regenerated or given an awakened or strengthened faith.
"To those who were disobedient long ago when God waited patiently in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In it only a few people, eight in all, were saved through water, and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at God’s right hand—with angels, authorities and powers in submission to him. (1Peter 3:20-22).
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Bible Study
We should read and study the Bible because God does not change and because mankind's nature does not change; it is as relevant for us as it was when it was written. While technology changes, mankind's nature and desires do not change. We find, as we read the pages of biblical history, that whether we are talking about one-on-one relationships or societies, "there is nothing new under the sun" (Ecclesiastes 1:9). And while mankind as a whole continues to seek love and satisfaction in all the wrong places, God -- our good and gracious Creator -- tells us what will bring us lasting joy. His revealed Word, the Bible, is so important that Jesus said of it, "Man does not live on bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God" (Matthew 4:4). In other words, if we want to live life to the fullest, as God intended, we must listen to and heed God's written Word.
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Worship and Prayer
Prayer allows us direct communication with God. When we pray, we are basically having a conversation with Him. There is no right or wrong way to pray, nor are there universal phrases or requirements. Prayer is a privilege given by God that allows us to build a relationship with Him.
Worship, on the same token, is revering God. While prayer is a way of speaking with God and giving requests and supplication, worship is a humbling of our spirit to give God glory for what He as done and will do. God deserves praise and desires our praise; just as He loves us, He wants to know that we love Him, and we can do this by worshiping Him.
Both of these are necessities for building our relationship with the Lord, so it is important to understand the concepts and how to pray and worship (James 5:13)
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