Theology and Core Values
we believe:
1. The Scripture is Inspired
The Bible is the inspired Word of God, given by the Holy Spirit, and is the authoritative rule of faith and conduct for believers.
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:15–17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21
2. The One True God
There is one true God who has revealed Himself as the eternally self-existent "I AM," and as the Creator of heaven and earth. He has further revealed Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Scripture References: Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10–11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22
3. The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ
The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. The Scriptures declare His virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, substitutionary death on the cross, bodily resurrection from the dead, and exaltation to the right hand of God.
Scripture References: Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31,35; John 1:1–2,14; Acts 2:22; Philippians 2:9–11; Hebrews 1:1–3
4. The Fall of Man
Man was created good and upright; however, man by voluntary transgression fell and thereby incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God.
Scripture References: Genesis 1:26–27; 2:17; 3:6; Romans 5:12–19
5. The Salvation of Man
Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ the Son of God. Salvation is received through repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Scripture References: Luke 24:47; John 3:3; Romans 10:13–15; Ephesians 2:8–9; Titus 2:11; 3:5–7
6. The Ordinances of the Church
Water Baptism: The ordinance of baptism by immersion is commanded in the Scriptures.
Holy Communion: The Lord’s Supper is a memorial of His suffering and death and a celebration of His resurrection and soon return.
Scripture References: Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:16; Acts 10:47–48; Romans 6:4; 1 Corinthians 11:26; 2 Peter 1:4
7. The Baptism in the Holy Spirit
All believers are entitled to and should ardently seek the promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Spirit, which empowers them for life and service.
Scripture References: Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4,8; 2:4; 10:44–46; 11:14–16; 15:7–9
8. Sanctification
Sanctification is an act of separation from evil and dedication unto God. It is both a definite, yet progressive work of grace.
Scripture References: Romans 12:1–2; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:12; 1 Peter 1:15–16
9. The Church and Its Mission
The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with a fourfold purpose: evangelism, worship, discipleship, and compassion.
Scripture References: Matthew 28:19–20; Mark 16:15–16; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 1:22–23; 2:22
10. The Ministry
A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in evangelization, worship, and building up the body of Christ.
Scripture References: Mark 16:15–20; John 4:23–24; Ephesians 4:11–16; Psalm 112:9
11. Divine Healing
Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided in the Atonement and is the privilege of all believers.
Scripture References: Isaiah 53:4–5; Matthew 8:16–17; James 5:14–16
12. The Blessed Hope
The resurrection of those who have fallen asleep in Christ and their translation together with those who are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord is the imminent and blessed hope of the Church.
Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Romans 8:23; Titus 2:13; 1 Corinthians 15:51–52
13. The Millennial Reign of Christ
The second coming of Christ includes the visible return of Christ with His saints to reign on the earth for 1,000 years.
Scripture References: Zechariah 14:5; Matthew 24:27,30; Revelation 1:7; 19:11–14; 20:1–6
14. The Final Judgment
There will be a final judgment in which the wicked dead will be raised and judged according to their works. Whosoever is not found written in the Book of Life will be consigned to eternal punishment.
Scripture References: Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43–48; Revelation 19:20; 20:11–15; 21:8
15. The New Heavens and the New Earth
"We, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth wherein dwelleth righteousness."
Scripture References: 2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 21–22