What Makes Us Distinct

Reformation Churches are committed to building local fellowships that go back to the Bible in every area of church and home life. Here are our distinctives:

Biblical Authority

The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, and sufficient Word of God. It is our final authority for what we believe and how we live.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Psalm 19:7–11, Matthew 4:4

Expository Preaching

We are committed to verse-by-verse, Christ-centered preaching that explains what the Bible says and how it applies to us today.
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:8, 2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 20:27

Regenerate Church Membership

Our churches are made up of baptized believers—people who have repented of sin and trusted in Jesus Christ alone.
Scripture: Acts 2:38–41, Romans 6:3–5, 1 Corinthians 12:12–13

Believer’s Baptism (Credo-Baptist)

We believe baptism is for those who have personally repented of sin and trusted in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. It is an outward sign of an inward reality: union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. Baptism does not save but publicly declares the believer’s faith and new life in Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 28:19–20, Acts 2:38, Acts 8:36–38, Romans 6:3–4, Colossians 2:12

Family Discipleship

We believe the primary spiritual responsibility for children belongs to the parents—not the church. Fathers are called to lead the home in worship, instruction, and love.
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6–9, Ephesians 6:4, Psalm 78:5–7

Biblical Gender Roles

We affirm that men and women are equal in value, but have distinct, God-given roles in the home and the church.
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, 1 Timothy 2:12–14, Titus 2:3–5, Ephesians 5:22–33

Male Eldership

We believe the role of elder/pastor is reserved for qualified men as outlined in Scripture.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Titus 1:5–9, 1 Corinthians 14:33–35

Congregational Worship

Our music is theologically rich, rooted in Scripture, and sung for the glory of God and the good of the church.
Scripture: Colossians 3:16, Ephesians 5:19, Psalm 95:1–7

Intentional Fellowship

We foster deep relationships through hospitality, small gatherings, and church-wide encouragement.
Scripture: Acts 2:42–47, Hebrews 10:24–25, Galatians 6:2

Evangelism & Outreach

Every believer is called to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ and make disciples in their community and beyond.
Scripture: Matthew 28:18–20, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:20

Biblical Sexuality

We affirm God’s design for sex and marriage as between one man and one woman for life.
Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4–6, 1 Corinthians 6:9–11

A Biblical View of Race and Ethnicity

We affirm that all people are made in the image of God and share the same need for redemption through Jesus Christ. In Christ, God is forming a new people, one body made up of every tribe, tongue, and nation. This people is united not by ethnicity or culture, but by faith in Him.

We reject racism, partiality, and any sense of superiority based on ethnicity. While we value the ethnic and cultural distinctions God has ordained, our ultimate identity is found in Christ alone.
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Acts 17:26, Ephesians 2:14–16, Revelation 5:9

Careful Continuationism

We believe there is no biblical warrant for strict cessationism. Scripture is clearly pro-spiritual gift. We are committed to both proving all things (1 Thessalonians 5:21) and allowing for the Holy Spirit to give gifts to whomever He will for His own glory (1 Corinthians 12:11)

We reject the excesses and abuses often seen in the modern charismatic movement.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12–14, Romans 12:6–8, 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21