Some might say: “I don’t need to officially become a member to commit to my local church.” However, the 1st-century church practiced measurable membership. For mutual affirmation Baptism was the official act of mutual commitment for new believers (Acts 2:41; 16:31-33; 18:8; 19:5; Matt 28:18-20). A letter of commendation was the official way of affirming … Continue reading The Committed Church Member