What sort of church organizational form does the NTA condone?
A. We believe Biblical leadership consists of Pastors (men ordained to lead the church) and deacons (men designated to assist the pastors). Both pastors and laymen serve within the framework of the Association, as chosen by the messengers of the local churches when gathered in annual sessions. Each local church is self-governing and chooses its own leadership under Biblical standards. Believers are to be salt and light in the earth, revealing the love of Christ to all in the world. All are expected to be living examples of Christ, to be a baptized member of a local church, and be in submission to the local church in spiritual matters as well as to contribute to the local church faithfully.
