Key Biblical and Theological Convictions of Village
The topic of alcoholic consumption is one of considerable concern within the evangelical church, especially within the context of the past century. There are basically three positions on the issue: prohibition, abstention, and moderation...
It is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words. What people hear is often impactful, but what they both hear and then see demonstrated before their very eyes impacts them all the more. Water baptism is just such a picture. This...
Since the dawn of time, people have struggled to understand and steward their sexuality. Sexual sin–or brokenness–affects everyone, even as it impacts every person uniquely...
The active involvement by Christians and local churches in American politics is being advocated by many Christian leaders. This exhortation rarely addresses the question of whether it is best for Christians to become involved in the political...
In the beginning, man and woman were created by God for His glory and for our greatest joy. By design, our greatest delight and truest satisfaction were to be found in trusting and treasuring God...
As a church initiated and sustained by God, the organization has a mandate to conduct all of its affairs decently and above reproach both in the sight of God and man...
WHAT'S BEHIND THE NAME? Village is significant. It suggests both genuine fellowship within our church family and an open door to those around us. As members of one body, we seek to preserve the unity of the Spirit...
The discussions surrounding the "definition of marriage" during the Obergefell v. Hodges case highlighted the ongoing struggle between different perspectives within the United States...
Theology is a part of our life every day. How we understand God, how we understand ourselves, how we understand the world is doing theology...
B.B. Warfield, one of the great thinkers of the Christian world back in the late 19th century and into the early decades of the 20th century, pointed out that the Christian doctrine of creation—the fact that God created the world—is the sole...
THIS STATEMENT OF DOCTRINE expresses what we believe true Christians must affirm. It is not meant to represent all that Christians should believe but includes the essential truths that we believe authentic Christians must not deny.
Believing that God has called us to be overseers of His church, which He purchased with His own blood, we make this covenant together.
For 2,000 years, people have wondered about the events of the end times and when Jesus will return...
For many who come to Village Bible Church and encounter our doctrinal statement for the first time, seeing theological terms and concepts can stir various reactions...
Oh Jesus!...Grant that I may become detached from all things and in all things seek you alone. Grant that I may direct my knowledge, my whole capacity, and all my happiness, and all my exertions, to please you, to love you...Amen. Thomas...
Giving cheerfully and sacrificially of our finances is part of our worship. A believer labors not to accrue personal wealth or possessions, but to steward God's resources...
Assimilation and Church Membership. We believe in the importance of serving the body of Christ by offering clear paths for people to start and develop healthy and growing relationships with others in the church body. We value an intentional plan...
Who would have thought twenty years ago that any church, let alone Village Bible Church, would need to publish a paper regarding the guiding elders’ thoughts...
Membership is an important step of commitment that should be carefully considered. Membership involves a mutual relationship between an individual and a local body of Christian believers. Membership of Village Bible Church family have committed...
Whether in the home or in the workplace, leadership is a necessary component if any group of people is to prosper. The church also needs godly leaders who lovingly care for the flock. Down through the ages, churches have been led in many...
SUBMIT AN ELDER RECOMMENDATION DIGITALLY. Proper biblical government by elders strengthens the church, and the biblical norm for church leadership is a plurality of God-ordained elders. (This is the only pattern for church leadership given in the...
This document outlines the core values of Village. We value worship, theology, prayer, grace, the leadership of elders, family, community, missional living, and cooperation.
Our Response to the Organization AHA - Abolish Human Abortion and their agitation strategies. Where we are aligned and where we disagree.
While preaching is only one aspect of what must be a comprehensive ministry of the Word of God at Village Bible Church, it is foundational to who we are. We are committed to biblical preaching. The preacher's obligation to communicate...
This guide is the fruit of a vision that began several years ago when my oldest daughter was in 6th grade and was invited to attend a baptism preparation class...
These Commitments are designed to help the people who are members of Village Bible Church (VBC) related to one another in a way that honors God and promotes authentic relationships. These Commitments cover important relational issues, such as...
“In the beginning God created….” All human life is created by and from the hands of God and is therefore precious...
Each time the church gathers together in fellowship and worship, we are reminded of the fullness of God's grace and the depth of His love for His people...
Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14
We believe that the most biblical way to enhance a child's passion to find joy in life is to guide...
At Village Bible Church, small groups are a critical part of our ministry - they are not just "another thing"; they are our main channel for discipleship and care for each person who is a part of our family. We realize that our spiritual needs...
Realizing the importance, privilege and responsibility of the teaching ministry of Village Bible Church, teachers of all age divisions shall agree to the following requirements of Faith and Practice. Faith Have accepted Jesus Christ as...
Christians have been celebrating the Lord’s Supper (1 Corinthians 11:20), known also as the Lord’s Table or communion (1 Corinthians 10:16), for about two thousand years – ever since Christ instructed His disciples to continue...
The VBC Constitution contains our core statement of faith (what we believe as a church) and explains how the church is organized and how it is led.
Our goal in providing counseling is that we may “present everyone mature in Christ” (Col.1:28) - to help you meet the challenges of life...
Thank you so much for your willingness to partner in ministry with us at Village Bible Church! We are excited...
Why should I connect to the community? Every fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ needs to have strong and vital relationships with fellow believers. There is no such thing as a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ who lives in...
Thank you so much for your willingness to partner in ministry with us at Village Bible Church! We are excited...
Why should I join a church? While all believers are part of the universal church, the New Testament also stresses the importance of all believers being a part of a local church. A local church is comprised of a definable group of people who, on...
Danvers Statement Both Adam and Eve were created in God's image, equal before God as persons and distinct in their manhood and womanhood (Gen 1:26-27, 2:18). Distinctions in masculine and feminine roles are ordained by God as part of the...