I belong here. And God says that believers belong together (Hebrews 10:23-25). I sensed that God wants me here with the people of Bethany Road Bible Church at this time in my walk with Christ, and I want to make a public declaration that you are committed to God’s work through this church.
I affirm, believe, and support the teaching of this church. And God says the believers had all things in common including devotion to the Apostles’ teaching (Acts 2:42-47). I desire to associate with people of like mind and conviction and embrace the authority of God’s Word in my life and the life of the church.
I share the same ministry goals as Bethany Road. And God says that believers are to be committed to one another for the sake of spiritual impact (Ephesians 4:16) I believe that Jesus has a work to do in Chicagoland and around the world, and I am willing to join with others who have the same vision to see that it gets done.
I accept responsibility for a group of fellow believers in the family of God. And that is God’s plan as well (Galatians 6:1-2,10). I want to be part of a caring network of people, sharing one another’s joys and sorrows, and helping one another grow through worship, Bible study, and fellowship.
I am accountable to mature brothers and sisters in Christ for my walk with God. And God warns against spiritual autonomy (Hebrews 13:17; Matthew 18:15-20). I want to receive the guidance, equipping, and assistance necessary to remain on target and I do not want to go it alone in standing for Jesus Christ.
I accept responsibility for how things are done here. And God says that is how it should be. (1 Corinthians 12:20-27) Elders, deacons, and other church leaders are called from within and serve the congregation. I believe every member needs to contribute their unique gifting and passion to contribute to a healthy body.
Four Membership Commitments
I have by faith become a follower of Jesus Christ and I have been baptized as a visible way of demonstrating that commitment.
Because a disciple worships Christ, I will attend and fully participate in weekend worship services at Bethany Road.
Because a disciple walks with Christ, I will seek to maintain consistent disciplines of Bible study, prayer, and personal witness. I will walk in fellowship with other believers at Bethany Road by participating in the Small Group ministry at some level. To maintain unity in fellowship, I will neither criticize nor listen to criticism concerning any member(s) of this body and will, when personally offended, speak directly and lovingly with those involved.
Because a disciple works for Christ, I will seek a place to serve with Bethany Road that corresponds with my spiritual giſts and passions. I will financially support the ministries of Bethany Road by faithfully giving back to the Lord a biblical portion of my increase.
