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Harmony Quarterly Conference The Harmony Quarterly Meeting of the Free Will Baptist Churches, referred to as the Harmony Quarterly Conference, was established in ____. Since that time, the Harmony Conference has been made up of many churches dedicated to loving God, loving others, and providing support, communion, and ordination to pastors and deacons. We are currently looking for new churches to join the conference! If you are a pastor or church leader and would like to talk to us about joining, we'd love to hear from you! CONTACT US Mission The purpose of this organization is to forward the gospel, forward the teaching of God's word both at home and abroad, and to provide protection and assistance to all churches desiring to unite in this compact and comply to the original Free Will Baptist doctrine; and still exercise the right of independent or self-government. Member Churches Addison Free Will Baptist Church Saving Grace Free Will Baptist Church Don's Church Articles of Faith The Bible God Christ The Holy Spirit The Government of God The Sinfulness of Man The Work of Christ The Terms of Salvation Election Freedom of the Will Salvation Free Perserverance Gospel Ordinances Tithing The Christian Sabbath Resurrection, Judgement, and Final Retribution Church Covenant Having given ourselves to God by faith in Christ, and adopted the word of God as our rule of faith and practice, we now give ourselves to one another in this solemn covenant. We promise by His grace to love and obey Him in all things, to avoid all appreance of evil, to abstain from all sinful amusements and unholy conformity to the world, to abstain from all sanction of the sale or use of intoxicating beverages, adn to "provide things honest in the sight of all men." We agree faithfully to discharge our obligations in reference to the study of the scriptures, secret prayer, family devotions, and public worship; and by self denial, faith, and good works endevor to "grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." We will not forsake the assembling of ourselves together for church conferences, public worship, and the observance of the ordinaces of the gospel; nor fail to give according to our ability for the support of the church and all its benevolent work. We agree to accept Christian admonition adn reproof with meekness and to watch voer one another in love, endeavoring to "keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace," to be careful of one anothers happiness and reputation, adn to seek to strengthen the weak, encoruage the afflicted, admonish teh erring, adn as far as we are able, promote the sucess of the church and of the gospel. We will everywhere hold Christian principles and obligations supreme, esteem it our chief business to make Christ known to the world, adn constantly pray and toil that the kingdom of God may come adn His will be done on earth as it is in heaven. To this end we agree to cooperate in the promotion of deminational instutions and enterprises, the support of the work of the local church, and the evangelization of the world. CONTACT US Articles of Faith THE BIBLE The scriptures of the old and new testaments were given by inspiration of God, and are our infallible rule of faith and practice. GOD There is one living and true God, revealed in nature as the Creator, Preserver, and Righteous Governor of the Universe; and in the scriptures as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yet as one God, infinitely wise and good, whom all intelligent creatures are to supremely love, adore, and obey. CHRIST Christ is God manifest in the flesh, who came to earth both fully man and fully God. The mediator between God and man, once crucified, He is now risen and glorified, and is our ever present Saviour and Lord. THE HOLY SPIRIT The scriptures assign to the Holy Spirit all the attributes of God. THE GOVERNMENT OF GOD God exercises a wise and benevolent providence over all beings and all things by maintaining the constitution and laws of nature. He also performs special acts, not otherwise provided for, as the highest welfare of men requires. THE SINFULNESS OF MAN Man was created innocent, but by disobedience, fell into a state of sin and condemnation. His posterity, therefore, inherit a fallen nature of such tendencies that all who came to the years of accountability, sin and become guilty before God. THE WORK OF CHRIST The Son of God by His incarnation, life, sufferings, death, and resurrection effected for all a redemption from sin that is full and free, and is the ground of salvation by faith. THE TERMS OF SALVATION The conditions of salvation are: Repentance of sincere sorrow for sin and hearty renunciation of it. Faith, or the unreserved committal of one's self to Christ as Savior and Lord with purpose to love and obey Him in all things. In the exercise of saving faith, the soul is renewed by the HOly Spirit, freed from the dominion of sin, and becomes a child of God. Continuance in faith and obedience until death. ELECTION God determined from the beginning to save all who should comply with the conditions of salvation. Hence by faith in Christ men become His elect. FREEDOM OF THE WILL The human will is free and self-controlled, having the power to yield to the influence of the truth and the Spirit, or to resist them and perish. SALVATION FREE God desires the salvation of all, the gospel invites all, the Holy Spirit strives with all, and whosoever will may come and take of the water of life freely. Perserverance God determined from the beginning to save all who should comply with the conditions of salvation. Hence by faith in Christ men become His elect.

See our FAQs or ask your own question by emailing or messaging us on our website! Frequently Asked Questions How do I get to Heaven? There is only one way to get to Heaven, and that is by accepting Christ's sacrifice made on the cross of Calvary. Salvation comes not by works but by grace through faith in the Son of God. "That if though shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Romans 10:9. Do I need to be baptized? We are saved through surrender to Christ. We are baptized in obedience to the word of God and the New Testament as a testimony of our faith. Jesus, the sinless Son of God and our example, was baptized. "Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost." Acts 2:38. Can we trust the Bible? Yes! The Bible is the inspired Word of God. It has been verified through history, archaeology, and intense scrutiny through the ages. But the best evidence that the Bible can be trusted is the countless changed lives of people who have put their trust in Jesus Christ. Answers in Genesis is a fantastic resource for more information on how science and history perfectly align with Biblical claims. Have a question that hasn't been answered? Click here to email us your question!

Join us for the Battle Ready Bible Study! Hosted by Debbie Barcus and Laura Neal. Click now to listen! Battle Ready Bible Study Join Debbie Barcus and Laura Neal for the Battle Ready Bible Study! Since their first Facebook live stream in 2020, Debbie Barcus and Laura Neal have been sharing the gospel message and walking through the Bible with their Battle Ready community. What does it mean to be Battle Ready? In Ephesians 6:10-24 the Bible tells us that we're fighting a spiritual battle, and 1 Peter 3:15 tells us to "always be ready to give an answer for the hope that is within you." The way to be ready to spread the gospel, grow in our sanctification, and live life to the fullest is to study God's Word. We'd love to have you join us! Check out our listening options below! You can also listen to the Battle Ready podcast anywhere you get your podcasts. BATTLE READY LIVE STREAMS BATTLE READY PODCAST

Sermons from Addison Freewill Baptist Church in Gallipolis, OH! Preaching by Matt Smith, Jamie Fortner, and more!

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Matt Smith Pastor Matt Smith was ordained in 2000 and has faithfully preached the gospel ever since. He attended Addison FWB Church as a child, and then he was radically and forever changed when he accepted Jesus Christ as his savior in 1996. The Bible is his daily companion and his favorite passage of scripture is Psalm 23. He preaches according to God's word that you must be born again. He's prepared for Heaven and is ready to meet his Savior, and is often heard saying that the best is yet to come! Deacons & Trustees In Alphabetical Order By Last Name Will Barcus Deacon Earl Ireland Deacon Justin Ireland Deacon Larry Long Deacon Ryan McFann Deacon & Trustee Richard Neal Trustee Ken Owens Deacon Mike Holley Trustee Tom Smith Deacon Sunday School Teachers In Alphabetical Order By Last Name Debbie Barcus Tandy Flint Justin Ireland Laura Neal Lena Neal Olivia Neal Tonya Wisner Tonya Wisner

I'm New, What Should I Expect? Welcome! We know from Romans 3:23 that all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. We firmly believe that the church is a hospital for sinners, not a club for saints. Because of this, the pressure's off! No need to be perfect; none of us are! We want you to make yourself at home. At Addison, we're all walking towards Jesus together. We'd love to have you join our family! What to Wear Feel free to be casual or dress up! Jeans & T-shirts and suits & dresses are all welcome, whatever makes you feel comfortable. Most of our members prefer casual. Sunday School & Kids Sunday mornings at 10:00 am, we have an adult Sunday School class and Sunday School classes for kids. Our youth classes are broken up by age group and we will make sure you know where to go! During the Service Our church services are Sunday night at 6:00 pm and Wednesday at 7:00 pm. We have singing, testimonies, and preaching. We also have a room on the side of the sanctuary with toys and chairs in case your little ones need a break! We love to have all age groups join our services. We believe this promotes full community and allows our members to know each other well and lean on each other through life's joys and trials; just like a family. We look forward to meeting you! Service Times Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Evening 6:00pm Wednesday Night 7:00pm Contact Addison Freewill Baptist Church! 210 Addison Pike Gallipolis, OH 45631 contact@addisonfwbchurch.org (740)-578-9044 SEND US AN EMAIL

Resources What it means to be a Christian, an overview of the Old Testament, and an overview of the New Testament. These are some of our favorite videos to give you a deeper insight into our faith in Jesus Christ. What does it mean to be a Christian? The Village Church Resources When we talk about what it means to be a Christian and to believe the gospel of Jesus Christ, what, exactly, are we talking about? Overview: TaNak / Old Testament The Bible Project Watch our overview video on the Old Testament, also known as the Hebrew Bible, or the TaNaK. This video breaks down the literary design of the entire Old Testament and its flow of thought. Overview: New Testament The Bible Project Watch our overview video on the New Testament. This video breaks down the literary design of the entire New Testament and how it continues the story of the Hebrew Scriptures. Want More Information? Here are some of our favorite websites where you can learn more about life from a Christian worldview. AIG.org DesiringGod.org

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For 137 years the faithful gathered together and worshiped the God who sustains and provides. Through wars, floods (including the great flood in 1937), and through new industries and railroads, Addison Free Will Baptist Church has adapted and grown, serving countless people and striving to show the love of Jesus to a lost and dying world. 138 Years of Serving a Faithful God. Est. 1886 The Village of Addiso n On March 3rd, 181 1 (Only 35 years after the United States became a country), in the new grist mill owned by A. Darot nestled next to Campaign Creek, the first elections were held to found the village of Addison Ohio. The river and creeks made the soil deep and rich, ideal for farming and building a comm unity. The river also provided the village an easy way to ship their goods up and down the mighty Ohio. Surrounded by tall oaks, sugar maples, pine, beech, and hickory trees, a sawmill was built in 1820, and John Cherrington (who was most likely at that first meeting) continued to teach in his log cabin school house with it’s oiled paper windows where he had since 1810 as new families arrived in Addison. The Columbus and Hocking Valley Railroad (then known as the Mineral Railroad) started laying tracks in 1864 to transport salt and coal from the mines in Athens to the capital in Columbus. A few years later, the railroad came to Addison. For 138 years the faithful gathered together and worshiped the God who sustains and provides. Through wars, floods (including the great flood in 1937), and through new industries and railroads, Addison Free Will Baptist Church has adapted and grown, serving countless people and striving to show the love of Jesus to a lost and dying world. Since long before those who are there now, the church has been a place of refuge and strength. Revival means to renew something, and through God and His Word, Addison Freewill Baptist Church has been a place where people can start over and experience the freedom and grace only Jesus can give. The generations before us served faithfully, making sure that future generations would have a place to worship God and that a legacy of faithfulness would be left behind. While we don’t know all their names, our Savior does. It is required of a steward that he be found faithful, and now it’s our turn. Our turn to praise His name, our turn to spread the gospel, and our turn to make a difference for the Kingdom of God. As we glance back and remember the hardships God has brought us through and how far we’ve come, let it be a reminder that we serve a faithful God. Addison FWB Church In 1886 (21 years after the Civil War) Addison Church was founded. The basement was dug with shovels and hard work, and the faithful started gathering. In the 1880 census, the village boasted 79 residents, with Addison Township having around 1,440 . W.J. Fulton (a graduate of Rio Grande College) was pastor for a brief time during the early 20s, and during the Great Depression, the close proximity to the railroad offered the perfect place for people riding the rails to jump off and find hope and a meal. Jennings Cremeans became pastor in 1949, then Walter Patterson in 1965. Miles Trout pastored for a time after that, and Richard Barcus became pastor in 1987, where he served faithfully until the Lord called him home in 2021. Matt Smith was elected in 2022, and he continues to serve and shepherd his flock with a passion for the gospel and sharing the Word of God to a lost and dying world. We don’t know everyone who pastored, everyone who s erved faithfully over the years, everyone who served food in the kitchen, everyone w ho took time to care for the building, everyone who sang and played music, and everyone who shouted the victory, but we do know the one who was there through it all.