1. The Holy Scriptures
We believe the Holy Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is the final authority for faith, doctrine, and Christian living. (2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21)
2. The One True God
We believe there is one true and living God, eternal, all-powerful, and sovereign over all creation. God is manifested in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and these three are one. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; John 1:1; John 10:30; 1 John 5:7 KJV)
3. The Lord Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ is God revealed in the flesh, born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed miracles, died on the cross for the sins of humanity, was buried, and rose again on the third day. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father as our Lord, Savior, and soon-coming King.(John 1:14; Isaiah 7:14; Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Acts 1:9–11)
4. Salvation
We believe salvation is the gift of God received through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Through His shed blood, we are forgiven of sins, regenerated, and made new creations.(Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9–10; 2 Corinthians 5:17)
5. The Baptism in the Holy Spirit
We believe in the baptism in the Holy Spirit as an experience available to believers, empowering them for holy living, spiritual growth, and effective witness.(Acts 1:8; Acts 2:38–39; Acts 10:44–47)
6. Sanctification
We believe sanctification is the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit that separates believers from sin and conforms them into the image of Christ. We are called to live holy and godly lives.(Hebrews 12:14; 1 Peter 1:15–16; Galatians 5:16)
7. The Church
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, composed of all believers, called to worship God, preach the gospel, disciple believers, and demonstrate God’s love to the world.(Matthew 28:19–20; Ephesians 1:22–23; Acts 2:42)
8. Ministry to the Poor and Needy
We believe the Church is called to reflect the heart of Christ by serving the poor, caring for the needy, and ministering to the marginalized and oppressed. This ministry is an essential expression of Christian faith and love.(Proverbs 19:17; Isaiah 58:6–7; Matthew 25:35–40; James 1:27; 1 John 3:17–18)
9. The Return of Christ
We believe in the literal, visible return of Jesus Christ to earth. He will gather His people, judge the world, and establish His eternal kingdom.(Acts 1:11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Revelation 22:12)
10. Final Judgment and Eternal State
We believe there will be a final judgment. Those who have trusted in Christ will enter eternal life, and those who have rejected Him will face eternal separation from God.(Revelation 20:11–15; John 5:28–29)
We believe the Holy Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is the final authority for faith, doctrine, and Christian living. (2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21)
2. The One True God
We believe there is one true and living God, eternal, all-powerful, and sovereign over all creation. God is manifested in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and these three are one. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; John 1:1; John 10:30; 1 John 5:7 KJV)
3. The Lord Jesus Christ
We believe that Jesus Christ is God revealed in the flesh, born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed miracles, died on the cross for the sins of humanity, was buried, and rose again on the third day. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father as our Lord, Savior, and soon-coming King.(John 1:14; Isaiah 7:14; Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Acts 1:9–11)
4. Salvation
We believe salvation is the gift of God received through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Through His shed blood, we are forgiven of sins, regenerated, and made new creations.(Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9–10; 2 Corinthians 5:17)
5. The Baptism in the Holy Spirit
We believe in the baptism in the Holy Spirit as an experience available to believers, empowering them for holy living, spiritual growth, and effective witness.(Acts 1:8; Acts 2:38–39; Acts 10:44–47)
6. Sanctification
We believe sanctification is the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit that separates believers from sin and conforms them into the image of Christ. We are called to live holy and godly lives.(Hebrews 12:14; 1 Peter 1:15–16; Galatians 5:16)
7. The Church
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, composed of all believers, called to worship God, preach the gospel, disciple believers, and demonstrate God’s love to the world.(Matthew 28:19–20; Ephesians 1:22–23; Acts 2:42)
8. Ministry to the Poor and Needy
We believe the Church is called to reflect the heart of Christ by serving the poor, caring for the needy, and ministering to the marginalized and oppressed. This ministry is an essential expression of Christian faith and love.(Proverbs 19:17; Isaiah 58:6–7; Matthew 25:35–40; James 1:27; 1 John 3:17–18)
9. The Return of Christ
We believe in the literal, visible return of Jesus Christ to earth. He will gather His people, judge the world, and establish His eternal kingdom.(Acts 1:11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Revelation 22:12)
10. Final Judgment and Eternal State
We believe there will be a final judgment. Those who have trusted in Christ will enter eternal life, and those who have rejected Him will face eternal separation from God.(Revelation 20:11–15; John 5:28–29)
