What We Believe

What It Means to Be Baptist at Valley Ridge Church

We know there’s a lot of confusion about the word Baptist. Sometimes it refers to a network of churches; other times it points to a set of beliefs that make us distinct from other Christian traditions.

At Valley Ridge Church, being Baptist means we are shaped by the Bible and centered on Jesus. We believe faith is personal, baptism is for those who believe, and each local church is free to follow Christ’s leadership. We come together as a community to worship, serve, and share the good news—both in our neighborhood and around the world. We value the freedom to live out our faith while respecting the freedom of others, and we believe every follower of Jesus has a unique role in His mission. We also hold to the promise that all who belong to Christ are secure in His grace forever.

Click below to explore an abridged version of our Faith Statement or click here to download the complete document. 

The Holy Bible is God’s inspired Word, revealing Himself and His will for salvation. It is the supreme standard for faith and life, with Jesus Christ as its ultimate interpreter. 

(2 Timothy 3:16–17; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 1:20–21)

There is one living and true God, who reveals Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — three distinct persons, yet one in essence.

  • The Father rules creation with love, wisdom, and providence, relating personally to those who trust in Christ.
  • The Son, Jesus Christ, is fully God and fully man. Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary, He lived sinlessly, died for our redemption, rose bodily from the grave, and will return in glory to judge the world.
  • The Holy Spirit inspired Scripture, convicts of sin, calls people to Christ, gives spiritual gifts, and empowers the church for service.

    • (Matthew 28:19; John 1:1–14; Acts 1:8)

    Humanity is created in God’s image, worthy of dignity and love, yet fallen into sin and in need of redemption through Christ.

    (Genesis 1:26–27; Romans 3:23)

    Salvation is God’s work of redeeming the whole person, offered freely to all who trust Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. It includes:

    • Regeneration — the new birth by the Holy Spirit.
    • Justification — God’s declaration of righteousness through faith.
    • Sanctification — growth in holiness by the Spirit’s power.
    • Glorification — the final perfection of believers in God’s presence.

    (John 3:16; Ephesians 2:8–10)

    Election is God’s gracious choice to save, consistent with human freedom. All true believers will persevere in faith to the end.

    (Romans 8:28–30; John 10:27–29)

    A New Testament church is a local body of baptized believers, covenanted together for worship, fellowship, discipleship, and mission under the Lordship of Christ. Its biblical officers are pastors and deacons.

    (Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:41–42)

    Baptism is the immersion of a believer, symbolizing union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. The Lord’s Supper memorializes Christ’s sacrifice and anticipates His return.

    (Matthew 28:19–20; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26)

    It is the duty of every follower of Christ and every church to share the gospel and make disciples of all nations.

    (Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8)

    God alone is Lord of the conscience. Church and state are distinct, and the state should protect religious freedom for all.

    (Matthew 22:21; Galatians 5:1)

    God has ordained the family as the foundational institution of human society. Marriage is the covenant union of one man and one woman for life, and sexual intimacy is a gift from God to be enjoyed only within that marriage relationship. In marriage, husbands and wives are to love and honor one another with the same selfless, sacrificial love that Christ has for His church. Children are a blessing from the Lord and are to honor and obey their parents, while parents are called to raise their children in the instruction and love of the Lord.

    (Genesis 2:18–25; Ephesians 5:21–33; Psalm 127:3–5)

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