Monday, January 13, 2014

Becoming a Member at Second

How can you become a member of Second? To join, you must be a Christ-Follower. A local church consists of believers having a personal relationship with Jesus. Every person needs a Savior. "All have sinned and come short of the glory of God" (Rom.3:23). No one can live up to the standard set by a holy God. Our sin creates a separation from God that can lead to eternal separation. If you have not invited Jesus into your life to forgive you, we pray you will do so soon.


A Christ-Follower can become a member of Second in one of two ways.  One, by baptism.  If you believe in Jesus, we will receive you as a candidate for baptism by immersion in water. Two, by transfer. If you were immersed after conversion as a symbol of salvation, we will accept you as a member on transfer of your membership. If a letter of certification from a former church can be secured, our office will arrange this transfer. If no certifying letter is available, you may join Second based on your statement that you were immersed in water after conversion.


To become a member of Second, you would come forward in a Sunday worship service during the invitation hymn and share with a minister your decision to join Second.  They will help you firm up your decision and answer questions.

 

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