"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness."
2 Timothy 3:16
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Scripture
We believe that the Holy Bible was written by men supernaturally inspired; that it is truth without any admixture of error in its matter; and that therefore it is, and shall remain to the end of the age, the only complete and final revelation of God's will to humanity. It serves as the true center of Christian union and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and opinions should be tried.
(2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21; John 5:39)
The Trinity
We believe that there is only one true and living God. (Exodus 20:2-3; 1 Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 4:6)
Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit in a miraculous manner, born of a virgin, his mother Mary, as no other man was or can ever be born. (Genesis 3:15; Galatians 4:4; Luke 1:35)
We wholeheartedly receive Him and openly confess Him as our only and all-sufficient Savior. (Luke 12:8; Romans 10:9-11)
Salvation
We believe that the salvation of sinners is entirely by grace and cannot be earned through any human works.
(Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 3:5-7)
We believe that repentance and faith are solemn obligations and inseparable graces wrought in our souls by the Spirit of God.
(Acts 2:37-38; Acts 20:20-21; John 6:63)
The Church
We believe that a church of Christ is a local congregation or assembly of baptized believers, associated by a covenant of faith and the fellowship of the gospel. It is charged with observing the ordinances of Christ, being governed by His laws, and exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by His Word.
(Acts 2:41-42, 46-47; Ephesians 4:11)
We believe that scriptural baptism is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Baptism is a prerequisite for church membership and participation in the Lord's Supper. The Lord's Supper is a sacred church ordinance in which members commemorate the sacrificial, undying love of Christ.
(Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
Our Vision
The members of Emmanuel Baptist Church believe that God has placed us in the Cypress area to be a witness to the grace of God. We are convinced that the Gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation, so we preach Christ crucified and trust God to bring people to Jesus.
"Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God" ~ Romans 10:17
Our church believes that spiritual growth is a journey that each Christian must complete, so we seek to disciple people in their walk with God. There is Sunday School for all ages so everyone can grow in the knowledge of God's will. We have home Bible studies and regular youth activities.
"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory both now and forever. Amen" ~ 2 Peter 3:18
Above all else, our church seeks to cultivate a heart for God. Sunday by Sunday we sing, learn, and serve the King of Kings. We seek the glory of God in everything we do.
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God" ~ 1 Corinthians 10:31
Meet Our Pastor
Pastor Lee Gonzales was saved in 1997 and called to preach in 2000. He married Emily in 2005 and they have been blessed with four children. Brother Lee came to Waugh Drive in 2007 and has led our church for nearly two decades which included relocating to our present location in Cypress.
He is committed to teaching the Bible and bringing scriptures to bear on our present world. Lee holds a Master of Divinity Degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. When he is not preaching his hobbies include tinkering in the woodshop, playing chess and reading.
Missions
Emmanuel Baptist Church has a heart for missions. We actively support missionaries around the globe, in locations such as:
Cambodia • Honduras • Mexico • Ireland • Albania • Zimbabwe