1833 Particular Baptist Confession of Faith
1833 Particular Baptist Confession of Faith
The 1833 Particular Baptist Confession of Faith is the accessible summary standard of Reformed Baptist beliefs, and stands in harmony with the other great Baptist Confessions of Faith.
This represents the harmony between the:
- 1644 First London Confession of Faith
- 1689 2nd London Baptist Confession of Faith, and
- 1833 Particular Baptist Confession of Faith.
Articles of Faith
I. Of the Scriptures
Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired, and is a perfect treasure of heavenly instruction;
that it has 'God for its author', salvation for its end, and 'truth without any mixture of error' for its matter, that it reveals the principles by which God will judge us;
and therefore is, and shall remain to the end of the world, the true centre of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and opinions should be tried.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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| II Tim. 3:15-17; Proverbs 30:5-6; Romans 2:12; Phil. 3:16; I John 4:1 | The Bible: Article 17 | The Holy Scriptures: Article 1 |
II. Of the True God
there is one, and only one living and true God, an infinite intelligent Spirit, whose name is JEHOVAH / YAHWEH, the Maker and supreme Ruler of heaven and earth;
inexpressibly glorious in holiness, and worthy of all possible honor, confidence and love;
that in the unity of the Godhead there are three persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost;
equal in every divine perfection and executing distinct but harmonious offices in the great work of redemption.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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| John 4:2; Ps. 83:18; Heb.3:4; Rom. 1:20; Jer.10:10; Ex.15:11; Ps.147:5; Isa.6:3; I Pet.1:15-16; Rev.4:6-8; Mark12:30; Rev.4:11; Matt.10:37; Jer.2:12-13; Matt.28:19; John 15:26; I Cor.12:4-6; I John 5:7; John10:30; John 5:17; John 14:23; John 17:5&10; Acts 5:3-4; I Cor.2:10-11; Phil. 2:5-6; Eph. 2:18; II Cor.13:14; Rev. 1:4-5 |
Who is God?: Articles 1; 2; 3 Who is Jesus?: Articles 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12; 13; 14; 15 The Trinity: Article 16 |
God and the Holy Trinity: Article 2 |
III. Of the Fall of Man
man was created in holiness, under the law of his Maker, but by voluntary transgression fell from that holy and happy state;
in consequence of which all mankind are now sinners, not by constraint but choice;
being by nature utterly void of that holiness required by the law of God, positively inclined to evil;
and therefore under just condemnation to eternal ruin, without defence or excuse.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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| Gen.1:27; Gen.1:31; Ecc.7:29; Acts 17:26-29; Gen.2:16-17; Gen.3:6-24; Rom. 5:12; Rom.5:15-19; Ps.51:5; Rom.8:7; Isa.53:6; Gen.6:12; Rom.3:9-18; Eph.2:1-3; Rom.1:18,32; Rom.2:1-16; Gal.3:10; Matt. 20:15; Ezek. 18:19-20; Rom.1:20; Rom.3:19; Gal. 3:22 |
Creation and the Fall: Articles 19; 20 | The Fall of Man, Sin, and it's Punishment: Article 6 |
IV. Of the Way of Salvation
the salvation of sinners is wholly of grace;
through the Mediatorial offices of the Son of God;
who by the appointment of the Father freely took upon him our nature, yet without sin;
honoured the divine law by his personal obedience, and by his death made a full atonement for our sins;
that having risen from the dead, he is now enthroned in heaven;
and uniting in his wonderful person the tenderest sympathies with divine perfections, he is every way qualified to be a suitable, a compassionate, and an all-sufficient Saviour.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Eph.2:3; Matt. 18:11; I John4:10; I Cor.3:5-7; Acts 15:11; John 3:16; John1:1-14; Heb. 4:14; |
Faith & Justification: Articles 21; 22; 23 The New Covenant: Articles 29; 30; 31; 32; 33; 34; 35 |
Repentance and Salvation: Article 15 |
V. Of Justification
the great gospel blessing which Christ secures to such as believe in him is justification
that justification includes the pardon of sin, and the promise of eternal life on principles of righteousness
that it is bestowed not in consideration of any works of righteousness which we have done, but solely through faith in the Redeemer's blood; by virtue of which faith his perfect righteousness is freely imputed to us of God;
that it brings us into a state of most blessed peace and favour with God, and secures every other blessing needful for time and eternity.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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John 1:16; Eph.3:8; Acts 13:39; Isa. 53:11-12; Rom5:1-2; Rom. 5:9; Zech. 13:1; Matt. 9:6; Acts 10:43; |
Faith & Justification: Articles 21; 22; 23 The New Covenant: Articles 29; 31 |
Justification: Article 11 |
VI. Of the Freeness of Salvation
the blessings of salvation are made free to all by the gospel;
that it is the immediate duty of all to accept them by a cordial penitent, and obedient faith;
and that nothing prevents the salvation of the greatest sinner on earth, but his own inherent depravity and voluntary rejection of the gospel;
which rejection involves him in an aggravated condemnation.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Isa. 55:1; Rev. 22:17; Rom; 16:25-26; Mark 1:15; Rom. 1:15-17; John 5:40; Matt.23:37; Rom.9:32; Pro. 1:24; |
Gospel and Grace: Article 24 | TBC |
VII. Of Grace in Regeneration
in order to be saved, sinners must be regenerated, or born again;
that regeneration consists in giving a holy disposition to the mind;
that it is effected in a manner above our comprehension by the power of the Holy Spirit, in connection with divine truth, so as to secure our voluntary obedience to the gospel;
and that its proper evidence appears in the holy fruits of repentance and faith and newness of life.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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John 3:3; John 3:6-7; I Cor.3:14; Rev.14:3; Rev. 21:27; II Cor. 5:17; Ezek. 36:26; Deu. 30-6; Rom. 2:28-29; |
Gospel and Grace: Article 25 | Saving Faith: Article 14 |
VIII. Of Repentance and Faith
repentance and faith are sacred duties and also inseparable graces, wrought in our souls by the regenerating Spirit of God;
whereby being deeply convinced of our guilt, danger and helplessness, and of the way of salvation by Christ, we turn to God with unfeigned contrition, confession and supplication for mercy;
at the same time heartily receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as our Prophet, Priest and King, and relying on him alone as the only and all-sufficient Saviour.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Mark 1:15; Acts 11:18; Eph. 2:8; I John 5:1; John 16:8; Acts 2:37-38; Acts 16:30-31; Luke 18:13; |
Faith and Justification: Articles 21; 22; 23 | Saving Faith: Article 14 Repentance and Salvation: Article 15 |
IX. Of God’s Purpose of Grace
election is the eternal purpose of God, according to which he graciously regenerates, sanctifies, and saves sinners;
that being perfectly consistent with the free agency of man, it comprehends all the means in connection with the end;
that it is a most glorious display of God's sovereign goodness, being infinitely free, wise, holy and unchangeable;
that it utterly excludes boasting, and promotes humility, love, prayer, praise, trust in God, and active imitation of his free mercy;
that it encourages the use of means in the highest degree;
that it may be ascertained by its effects in all who truly believe the gospel, that it is the foundation of Christian assurance;
and that to ascertain it with regard to ourselves demands and deserves the utmost diligence.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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II Tim. 1:8-9; Eph. 1:3-14; I Peter 1:1-2; Rom. 11:5-6; John 15;16; I John 4:19; II Thess. 2:13-14; |
Gospel and Grace: Article 25 | TBC |
X. Of Sanctification
sanctification is the process by which according to the will of God, we are made partakers of his holiness;
that it is a progressive work; that it is begun in regeneration;
and that it is carried on in the hearts of believers by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, the Sealer and Comforter, in the continual use of the appointed means especially the Word of God, self-examination, self-denial, watchfulness, and prayer.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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I Thess. 4:3; I Thess. 5:23; II Cor. 7:1; II Cor. 13:10; Phil. 3:12-16; I John 2:29; Rom. 8:5; |
Gospel and Grace: Article 25 The New Covenant: Articles 30; 32; 33; 35 |
Sanctification: Article 13 |
XI. Of The Perseverance of the Saints
such only are real believers as endure unto the end: that their persevering attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial professors;
that a special providence watches over their welfare, and that they are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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John 8:31; I John 2:27-28; I John 3:9; I John 5:18; I John 2:19; John 13:18; Matt. 13:20-21; |
Gospel and Grace: Article 25 The New Covenant: Articles 32; 33; 34 |
The Perseverance of the Saints: Article 17 |
XII. Of the Harmony of the Law and the Gospel
the law of God is the eternal and unchangeable rule of his moral government;
that it is holy, just and good; and that the inability which the scriptures ascribe to fallen men to fulfil its precepts arises entirely from their love of sin;
to deliver them from which, and to restore them through a Mediator to unfeigned obedience to the holy law, is one great end of the gospel, and of the means of grace connected with the establishment of the visible church.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Rom. 3:31; Matt. 5:17; Luke 16:17; Rom. 3:20; Rom. 4:15; Rom. 7:12; Rom.7:7,14-22; Gal.3:21; Ps. 119; Rom.8:7-8; |
TBC | The Law of God: Article 19 |
XIII. Of a Gospel Church
a visible church of Christ is a congregation of baptised believers, associated by covenant in the faith and fellowship of the gospel;
observing the ordinances of Christ;
governed by his laws;
and exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by his word;
that its only scriptural officers are bishops or pastors and deacons whose qualifications, claims and duties are defined in the Epistles to Timothy and Titus.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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I Cor. 1:1-3; Matt. 18:17; Acts 5:11; Acts 8:1; Acts 11:21-23; I Cor. 4:17; I Cor. 14:23; |
The Local Assembly: Articles 36; 37; 38; 39; 40; 41; 42; 43; 44 | The Church: Article 26 |
XIV. Of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper
the Christian baptism is the immersion in water of a believer, into the name of the Father, and Son, and Holy Ghost;
to show forth in a solemn and beautiful emblem, our faith in the crucified, buried and risen Saviour, with its effect, in our death to sin and resurrection to a new life;
that it is prerequisite to the privileges of a church relation, and to the Lord's Supper;
in which the members of the church by the sacred use of bread and wine, are to commemorate together the dying love of Christ;
preceded always by solemn self-examination.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Acts 8:36-39; Matt. 3:5-6; John 3:22-23; John 4:12; Matt. 28:19-20; Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; |
Water Baptism: Articles 46; 47 The Lord's Supper: Articles 48; 49 |
Baptism and the Lord's Supper: Article 28 Baptism: Article 29 Lord's Supper: Article 30 |
XV. Of the Christian Sabbath
the first day of the week is the Lord's Day or Christian Sabbath;
and it is to be kept sacred to religious purposes, by abstaining from all secular labour and sinful recreations, by the devout observance of all the means of grace, both private and public;
and by preparation for the rest that remaineth for the people of God.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Acts 20:7; Gen. 2:3; Col. 2:16-17; Mark 2:27; John 20:19; I Cor. 16:1-2; Ex. 20:8; Rev. 1:10; Ps. 118:15, 24; |
TBC | Worship and the Sabbath Day: Article 22 The Communion of Saints: Article 27 |
XVI. Of the Civil Government
civil government is of divine appointment, for the interests and good order of human society;
and that magistrates are to be prayed for, conscientiously honoured, and obeyed; except only in things opposed to the will of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the only Lord of the conscience, and the Prince of the kings of the earth.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Rom. 13:1-7; Deu. 16:18; II Sam. 23:3; Ex. 18:23; Jer. 30:21; Matt. 22:21; Titus 3:1; I Peter 2:13; I Tim. 2:1-4; |
Magistrates: Articles 50; 51; 52; 53; 54; 55 | The Civil Magistrate: Article 24 |
XVII. Of the Righteous and the Wicked
there is a radical and essential difference between the righteous and the wicked;
that such only as through faith are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and sanctified by the Spirit of our God, are truly righteous in his esteem;
while all such as continue in impenitence and unbelief are in his sight wicked, and under the curse;
and this distinction holds among men both in and after death.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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Mal. 3:18; Pro. 12:26; Isa. 5:20; Gen. 18:23; Jer. 15:19; Acts 10:34-35; Rom. 6:16; Rom. 1:17; Rom. 7:6; |
Creation and the Fall: Article 19 | TBC |
XVIII. Of the World to Come
the end of the world is approaching; that at the Last Day Christ will descend from heaven, and raise the dead from the grave to final retribution;
that a solemn separation will then take place;
that the wicked will be adjudged to endless punishment, and the righteous to endless joy;
and that this judgement will fix forever the final state of men in heaven or hell, on principles of righteousness.
| 1833 Scriptural Proofs | 1644 Article/s | 1689 Article/s |
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I Peter 4:7; I Cor. 7:29-31; Heb. 1:10-12; Matt. 24:35; I John 2:17; Matt. 28:20; Matt. 13:39-40; II Peter 3:3-13; |
The Kingdom: Article 27; 28 | Man's State After Death, and the Resurrection: Article 31 The Last Judgement: Article 32 |
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