our beliefs

1. GOD

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are equal, and are one God.


Genesis 1:1, 26, 27; 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2

2. JESUS CHRIST

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life, and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory, and will return to earth to reign as King of kings and Lord of lords.

 

Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 1:22, 23; John 1:1-5; 14:10-30; Romans 1:3, 4; 1 Corinthians 15:3, 4; 1 Timothy 6:14, 15; Titus 2:13;

Hebrews 4:14,15

3. THE HOLY SPIRIT

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and with the Son as God. He is present in the world to make us aware of our need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under His influence daily.

 

John 14:16, 17; 16:7-13; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12; 3:16;

2 Corinthians 3:17; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 1:13

4. humanity

Humans are made in the spiritual image of God.  We are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although humanity has tremendous potential for good, we are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. In our natural state, this attitude separates us from God.

 

Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; 59:1, 2; Romans 3:23


5. eternity

People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are places of eternal existence.

 

John 2:25; 3:16; 5:24; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15

6. salvation

Salvation is a gift from God to all humanity. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can we be saved from sin’s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment we receive Jesus Christ into our life by faith. Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security.

 

John 10:29; 14:6; Romans 5:1; 6:23; Galatians 3:26;

Ephesians 1:12; 2:8, 9; 2 Timothy 1:12; Titus 3:5; Hebrews 7:25; 10:10, 14; 1 Peter 1:3-5

7. the bible

The Bible is God’s Word to all humanity. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.

 

Psalm 119:105, 160; Proverbs 30:5; 2 Timothy 1:13; 3:16;

2 Peter 1:20, 21

 


8. the church

We believe that the Church is the Body of Christ. It includes all those who have placed their trust in Christ for salvation. It exists to enable believers to join together for prayer, worship, fellowship, sharing, and Bible study, all leading to edification, equipping, and evangelism.

 

Matthew 16:18; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Hebrews 10:25