Question 1

The Way of Salvation

Accepted Answer

The scriptures teach that the salvation of sinners is completely based on grace, which is
the unmerited favor of God. God's favor is his partiality toward us, and his grace
encompasses eternal life provision for abundant life now and in His eternal glory.
Salvation is a gift, and it is provided to humanity through the death of his son, Jesus
Christ, on the cross, thus securing man's eternal salvation from sin.
By His death, he made a full atonement (payment, satisfaction, redemption,
reconciliation, and perpetuation) or covering for our sins. Having risen from the dead,
Jesus is our mediator, sitting at the right hand of the Father, making intercession on our
behalf. “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man
Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people” (1 Timothy 2: 5-6 NIV).
Moreover, the word salvation concerns eternal, spiritual deliverance. When Paul told the
Philippian jailer what he must do to be saved, he was referring to the jailer's eternal
destiny according to (Acts 16:30-31 NIV), stating, “He then brought them out and ask,
“Sirs, what must I do to be saved? They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will
be saved-you and your household.” Jesus equated being saved with entering the
kingdom of God. According to (Matthew 19:24-25 NIV) states, “Jesus said to his
disciples, “Truly I tell you; it is hard for someone who is rich to enter the Kingdom of
heaven. Again, I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than
for someone who is rich to enter the Kingdom of God.”

Jesus is not saying that rich people cannot be saved however, Jesus is making a point
stating that people who have everything in the world some find no need for God, let
alone salvation from Jesus Christ, the Son of God, because they rely upon their own
resources and not the resources from God.

What are we saved from? In the Christian doctrine of salvation, we are saved from
“wrath,” that is, from God’s judgment of sin according to (Romans 5:9-10 NIV), stating,
“Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from
God's wrath through him! For if, while we were God's enemies, we were reconciled to
him through the death of his son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be
saved through his life!”

(1 Thessalonians 5:9-10 NIV) states, “of God did not appoint us to suffer wrath but to
receive salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ. He died for us so that, whether we are
awake or asleep, we may live together with him.” The fall of man, the fall of Adam, or
simply the Fall, is a term used in Christianity to describe the transgression of the first
man, Adam, and Eve, the woman, from a state of innocent obedience to God to a state
of guilty disobedience. We are now in a fallen state because of their disobedience to
God, which transgressed all men's sins. Please take the time to read the book of
Genesis, chapters one through three, for a greater understanding of the fall of mankind.

“Our sin has separated us from God, and the consequence of sin is death, according to
(Romans 6:23 NIV), which states, “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is
eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Biblical salvation refers to our deliverance from
the consequence of sin and, therefore, involves the removal of sin. We are saved from
both the power and penalty of sin.

Question 2

How do I become a member?

Accepted Answer

A person must confess to the Lord Jesus Christ as their savior, according to
the scripture stating, "If you declare with your mouth, " Jesus is Lord," and believe in
your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. or it is with your heart
that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith
and are saved." (Romans 10:9-10 NIV), and the invitation to join the church at the time
of the benediction, and at the same time, church membership is open for visitors.

Question 3

What is expected of me as a new member?

Accepted Answer

As a new member you will be expected to:

regularly attend and participate in worship services
participate in weekly bible study
serve in a ministry
give financially as a consistent tither
spread the gospel

Question 4

Why should I complete New Member classes?

Accepted Answer

New member classes are important because they help new members understand the mission, vision and values of Ecclesia of Living Waters Ministries. After completing classes, new members will feel more a part of the EOLW community and will also be able to participate in ministry.

Question 5

Which translation of the Bible do you use?

Accepted Answer

Various translations are used to give an understanding of God’s Word. The New Living Translation (NLT)  and the New International Version (NIV) are the standard version for our scripture readings. Choose a bible that is personal to you and bring it with you to all services that you may compare what is being taught with the Word of God.

Question 6

How does a person become baptized at EOLW?

Accepted Answer

Water baptisms are held on the third Sunday of each month; providing a
person has confessed to the "Lord Jesus Christ" as their savior and completed
discipleship classes, then a person will be given a date and time of water baptism.

Question 7

Is there a dress code? How do I dress for church?

Accepted Answer

You can expect a variety of dress styles among the congregation. You may dress however you are comfortable. We just ask that your dress be respectful to the other congregants as well as to yourself (i.e. no clothing or items that would be considered offensive because of graphics, language or message or of a provocative nature).

Third Sunday is Communion Sunday so leaders dress in official clergy attire.

Fourth Sunday is Youth Sunday so casual wear or jeans are appropriate for all attendees including clergy.

Question 8

How often is Communion served at EOLW?

Accepted Answer

Communion is served on the third Sunday of each
month.

Question 9

Does EOLW provide Sunday worship services for children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, EOLW provides a children’s church at 11:30 AM for ages 4 years old to 12 years old.
Children's church provides Bible study, games, and Superbooks videos and games.

Question 10

My question isn't listed here. Who can I ask?

Accepted Answer

You may contact the church office via phone Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm or email us at info@EOLW.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Way of Salvation

How do I become a member?

What is expected of me as a new member?

Why should I complete New Member classes?

Which translation of the Bible do you use?

How does a person become baptized at EOLW?

Is there a dress code? How do I dress for church?

How often is Communion served at EOLW?

Does EOLW provide Sunday worship services for children?

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Way of Salvation

How do I become a member?

What is expected of me as a new member?

Why should I complete New Member classes?

Which translation of the Bible do you use?

How does a person become baptized at EOLW?

Is there a dress code? How do I dress for church?

How often is Communion served at EOLW?

Does EOLW provide Sunday worship services for children?

My question isn't listed here. Who can I ask?

Ecclesia of Living Waters Ministries

Worship With Us

Stay Connected​

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