Beliefs
What We Believe: Our Statement of Faith
This Statement of Faith outlines the essential, foundational beliefs of our ministry. These truths, rooted in the authority of Holy Scripture, are the bedrock of our fellowship, our worship, and our mission.
God the Father
We believe in one eternal God, the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has always existed in three distinct, co-equal persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. These three are one God, possessing the same nature, attributes, and perfection. Genesis 1:1, 26-27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14
Jesus Christ, the Son
We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, co-equal with the Father. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary—fully God and fully man. He lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect, substitutionary sacrifice for the sins of all humanity by dying on a cross. After three days, He arose from the dead, demonstrating His divine power over sin and death. He then ascended into heaven and is now seated at the right hand of the Father. We believe in His personal, visible return to earth where He will reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; Titus 2:13
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son. He is present in the world to convict people of sin and draw them to the Savior, Jesus Christ. From the moment of salvation, the Holy Spirit permanently indwells every believer. He is the Christian's source of assurance, strength, and wisdom. He provides power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. We seek to live in submission to the Holy Spirit’s leading daily. John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18
The Holy Scriptures
We believe the Holy Bible is the inspired and authoritative Word of God. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. As the inerrant, infallible Word of God, it is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and the ultimate standard for all conduct. 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:105, 160; Proverbs 30:5
Humanity and Sin
We believe that all people are created in the image of God and are the supreme object of His creation. Although created to have fellowship with God, humanity became alienated from Him through an act of disobedience. This original sin has corrupted our nature, causing us to be born with a tendency to sin and separating us from a holy God. We are incapable of regaining a right relationship with God through our own efforts. Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 53:6; Colossians 1:21; Isaiah 59:1-2
Salvation
We believe salvation is a free gift from God, offered to us by His grace and received through personal faith in Jesus Christ. We can never make up for our sin through self-improvement or good works. It is only by trusting in the finished work of Jesus Christ—His substitutionary death and resurrection—that we can be saved from the penalty of sin. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior by faith. Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26
Eternity
We believe that all people are created to exist forever. Upon death, we will either be eternally united with God in Heaven or eternally separated from Him in Hell. Heaven is a place of eternal union and fellowship with God for all who have been saved through faith in Jesus Christ. Hell is a place of eternal suffering and separation from God for all who have rejected Him. John 3:16; Romans 6:23; 1 John 5:11-13; Revelation 20:15
Living Out Our Faith
- Water Baptism: We believe water baptism by immersion is an act of obedience for every believer. It serves as an outward symbol and public expression of an inward transformation: that we have been cleansed from our sins, united with Christ in His death and resurrection, and have begun a new life in Him. Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:41; Romans 6:4
Divine Healing: We believe that divine healing is a provision of Christ's atoning sacrifice on the cross. The Scriptures teach that God has the power and the desire to heal the sick and afflicted in response to faith-filled prayer. Isaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24; James 5:14-15