Beliefs are not worth much unless they are translated into actions. Based on what theBible teaches, we feel very strongly about the following eight practices:

 BIBLICALLY FAITHFUL

 “The whole Bible was given to us by inspiration from God and is useful to teach us what is true and make us realize what is wrong in our lives; it straightens us out and helps us to do what is right.” 2 Timothy 3:15

Since God’s Word is the only completely reliable and truthful authority, we accept the Bible as our manual for living. Our first question when faced with a decision is “What does theBible say?” The Bible is the basis for all we believe. The Bible is the final authority ratherthan traditions, which includes keeping the Ten Commandments. We seek to be innovative and flexible as long as we do not violate the scripture. Revelation 22:18-19; Deuteronomy 4:3

 AUTONOMY OF EACH LOCAL CHURCH

 “Christ is the head of His Body, the church. He is the source of the Body’s life...”  Colossians 1:18 (GN)

Christ is the recognized head of our church, not any person, group, or religious
organization. While recognizing the value of associating and cooperating with other
groups of Christians, we believe every local church should be self-governing and
independent from any denominational control.

 PRIESTHOOD OF EVERY BELIEVER

 “Christ loves us, and by His death He has freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom of priests to serve God...” Revelation. 1:6 (GN) “You are...the King’s priests...God’s own people, chosen to proclaim the wonderful acts of God.” 1 Peter 2:9 (GN)

The Bible teaches that every Christian is called to “full time” Christian service, regardless of his or her vocation. We practice the truth that every believer is a minister by encouraging every member to find a place of service and ministry.

Every believer has direct access to God through prayer and Bible reading.

 TITHING

 “A tithe of everything you produce belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord.” Leviticus 26:30

At WBFM we practice tithing for the support of Christ’s body, the church, as God commands. We recognize that giving 10% of our income is the Biblical standard of giving. Malachi 3:8-10 Deuteronomy 16:17

 IMMERSION

“For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism you were alsoraised with Christ...”  Colossians 2:12 (GN)

We practice baptism by immersion under water — the way Jesus was baptized, and the way the Bible commands.Mark 16:15-16; John 3:1-7; Matthew 3:13-16

SPIRIT-LED LIVING

(Jesus said), “I am the Vine, you are the branches. If you abide in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; but apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5

We believe the only way possible to live the Christian life is by God’s power within us. So we seek to practice a daily dependence on God’s Spirit to enable us to do what is right. ( Philippians 2:13, Ephesians 5:18)

TELLING OTHERS ABOUT CHRIST

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” 1 Peter 3:15

It is the responsibility of every Christian to share the Good News with those with whom God brings us into contact. We practice personal sharing about Christ and inviting friends to church.

OUR BODIES ARE THE TEMPLE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

We believe that our bodies are the Temple of the Holy Spirit. We will honour and care for our bodies. We will abstain from the use of alcohol beverages, narcotics, tobacco in all its forms and from foods which God has pronounced unclean
Genesis 7:1-2; 1 Corinthians 3:16-17; Leviticus 11:29-30; 11:1-23; 20:25-26