According to the 1872 trust deeds of the Chapel, Egglesburn is a 'Particular Baptist' Church. This title describes the doctrinal position of the church and is a historical name used by some baptist groups to distinguish themselves from what were known as 'General Baptist' congregations.
The name means that the church holds to the evangelical doctrine of particular redemption, that is, that the blessings and benefits of the death of Jesus Christ are 'particular' in their extent and purpose. We believe that Jesus did not die on the cross for everyone but that His atoning sacrifice is designed for, and is applied by the Holy Spirit to, a particular number of individuals who are called in scripture God's elect, His sheep and His little ones.
This theology, sometimes nicknamed Calvinism or Reformed theology after the 16th century Reformation throughout Europe, is still maintained by the members of Egglesburn Baptist Church today. However, we are particular baptists, not because this is the teaching of a person or some historical event, but because it is the clear teaching of God's Word, the Holy Bible. The Bible is our rule of life and conduct and we endeavour to live our lives before God and men by its teaching and direction. For a fuller summary of our beliefs see What we believe
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