Grace Baptist Church
Striving Together for the Faith of the Gospel
I Corinthians 1:18 1Thessalonians 4:17 1 Corinthians 9:16 John 3 Philippians 1:27 John 8:12
I Corinthians 1:18
"For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God."
1Thessalonians 4:17
"Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord."
1 Corinthians 9:16
"For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!"
John 3
Philippians 1:27
"Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: ...that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;"
John 8:12
"Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life."

Church Music Ministry

Music is a vital part of the worship at Grace Baptist Church. You will experience traditional hymns and sacred music that is presented in a conservative rather than a CCM style.
Grace Baptist Church does not support the contemporary Christian music movement. CCM, as it is called, is a worldly substitute for godly Christian music. By CCM we do not mean music that is new as opposed to old. Grace Baptist Church’s musicians often sing and play music that was recently written and published. CCM is a style of music that carries with it an attitude that appeals to the flesh, is entertainment oriented and is associated with the world. Rock, Country, New Age, CCM, Rap, etc. are among styles not permitted in the services of Grace Baptist Church.
Instrumental music (without voice accompaniment) ought to be songs that are generally familiar with the congregation. We are not interested in exalting talent or appealing to the flesh. The message is of primary importance; therefore, lengthy instrumental pieces are to be avoided.
We realize some very beautiful recorded music is available, but we have not permitted it for general use in our services. Using recorded background lends to abuse. Too often the individual singer and the church as a whole become tied to those who produce the music, a Hollywood atmosphere is projected in the church services and God’s people are not taught to work together. Furthermore, recorded backgrounds do not allow for the leading of the Lord in the individual interpretation of the music. Many churches have seen embarrassed vocalists trying to catch up with their recording after any numerous kinds of distractions.
There are many areas of opportunity for those who are gifted musically. Members of the church are invited to participate in the choir and orchestra. Those with special talents are invited to sing or play solos, join ensembles, and accompany other musicians. Pianists are needed in the main services as well as in other departments of the church.
The music selected for our services is the primary responsibility of the pastor and music director, who approves all special numbers. Our prayer is that the music at Grace would continue to please and glorify Jesus Christ.