The National Baptist Convention Of America, Incorporated

Although the early history of Baptist's worship reflects an emphasis upon a public preaching service, National Baptists have recently moved from this narrow concept to a broader understanding of the worship experience. Members have expressed a deep longing to worship God rather than merely to hear the pastor preach. This broader understanding centers around the National Baptist's belief that God is truly present in their corporate worship. Introduction. The member churches of the National Baptist Convention of America, Incorporated have always understood the significance of the worship experience in the light of their understanding of God and their understanding of the doctrine of the Trinity. They accept the fact that God has revealed himself in the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who has risen from the dead and is seated at the right hand of God the Father. The active presence of God in Jesus Christ is made real through the activity of the Holy Spirit. This means for member churches of t…