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We believe in... The one true God who lives eternally in three persons—the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The love, grace and sovereignty of God in creating, sustaining, ruling, redeeming and judging the world. The divine inspiration and supreme authority of the Old and New Testament Scriptures, which are the written Word of God—fully trustworthy for faith and conduct. The dignity of all people, made male and female in God's image to love, be holy and care for creation, yet corrupted by sin, which incurs divine wrath and judgement. The incarnation of God’s eternal Son, the Lord Jesus Christ—born of the virgin Mary; truly divine and truly human, yet without sin. The atoning sacrifice of Christ on the cross: dying in our place, paying the price of sin and defeating evil, so reconciling us with God. The bodily resurrection of Christ, the first fruits of our resurrection; his ascension to the Father, and his reign and mediation as the only Saviour of the world. The justification of sinners solely by the grace of God through faith in Christ. The ministry of God the Holy Spirit, who leads us to repentance, unites us with Christ through new birth, empowers our discipleship and enables our witness. The Church, the body of Christ both local and universal, the priesthood of all believers—given life by the Spirit and endowed with the Spirit's gifts to worship God and proclaim the gospel, promoting justice and love. The personal and visible return of Jesus Christ to fulfil the purposes of God, who will raise all people to judgement, bring eternal life to the redeemed and eternal condemnation to the lost, and establish a new heaven and new earth. Becontree Avenue Baptist Church is a member of the Baptist Union and the Eastern Baptist Association. The main building was erected in 1964 alongside the original all-purpose church building, built in 1929. The original building now serves as the church hall. The church is one of four Baptist churches on the Dagenham Estate. At one time (1961-1987) the four churches formed the ‘Dagenham Scheme’ with Rev. J. J. Brown as senior minister. Since the break-up of the scheme the church has maintained good relations with the other three, occasionally meeting together for combined services. Sunday worship is traditional but flexible in form with the singing led by piano, bass and guitar. Songs and Hymns of Fellowship is the main hymn book with new songs being introduced to the congregation occasionally from various sources. The NIV edition of the bible is available in the pews. Contact InformationPlease contact us for more information.
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