Our Beliefs

What We Believe

We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God and the only infallible guide and rule of our faith and practice.

(Psalm 119:89; Matthew 24:35; 2 Timothy 2:15, 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21)

We believe there is one God. In the unity of the Godhead, there are three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in every divine perfection and attribute, fulfilling distinct but complementary roles in the great work of redemption (Genesis 1:26; Matthew 3:16-17; 2 Corinthians 13:14; 1 Timothy 1:17; 1 John 5:7).

Father: We believe in God the Father, the co-Creator with the Son and the Holy Spirit, who is the eternal, all-powerful, all-knowing, everywhere-present, and unchangeable Creator of all (Deuteronomy 32:6; Psalms 103:13; Isaiah 63:16; Matthew 6:9; John 1:3, 5:19-23, 17:1-11; Acts 17:28; Romans 8:14-16; Ephesians 4:6) .

Son: We believe in God the Son, co-Creator with the Father and Holy Spirit, who took upon Himself human form, being conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, and given the name Jesus. His death by crucifixion and His bodily resurrection provided the means for people to be reconciled to God. He ascended to heaven where He is seated at the right hand of the Father making intercession for us as the King of kings and Lord of lords (Isaiah 53:1-5; Matthew 1:21-23; John 1:1-3, 11:25-26; Ephesians 1:20-23; Philippians 2:1-6; 1 Timothy 2:5). 

Holy Spirit: We believe in God the Holy Spirit, co-Creator with the Father and Son, who is now sent by the Father through the Son to convict the world of sin, lead us into all truth, and empower and equip the Church to carry on Christ's work on earth (Genesis 1:2; John 14:26, 15:26, 16:8; Acts 1:8).

We believe, because of our total inability to save ourselves, salvation is by God's grace alone. It is received by faith with repentance and acceptance of Jesus Christ as personal Savior. We believe Jesus Christ was the sacrifice God planned from the foundation of the world for the sin of the human race. By shedding His blood and dying on the cross, Jesus made provision for the salvation of all people.

(John 3:3, 3:16-17; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:8-10; 1 Peter 2:24 Isaiah 53:5; Titus 2:14; Hebrews 7:25; 1 Peter 1:19-20)

Communion: We believe in partaking of the bread and the cup of communion in remembrance of the Lord's death, burial, and resurrection. We celebrate an open communion for all believers regardless of church affiliation.

(Luke 22:7-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-28)

Water Baptism: We believe water baptism by immersion in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is an outward sign of an inward work and is commanded by God following conversion.

(Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38; Romans 6:4)

We believe the church is a gathering of believers in Jesus Christ, united by the Holy Spirit and called to active fellowship. Christians are not consumers of spiritual services but contributors to the church’s life and mission, using their God-given gifts to serve, proclaim the gospel, and advance God’s kingdom. As stewards of God’s blessings, we give generously of our time, talents, and resources for God's glory and the good of God's people.

(Psalm 133:1; Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 2:42-47; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-7; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8; Ephesians 4:11-16; Hebrews 10:24-25; 1 Peter 4:10-11)

Baptism in the Holy Spirit: We believe the Holy Spirit comes to dwell in every believer at the moment of salvation. The baptism in the Holy Spirit is distinct from salvation, releasing the power of the Holy Spirit through faith. Consistent with biblical accounts, believers should anticipate Spirit-baptism to be accompanied by speaking in tongues and other biblical manifestations. The purpose of Spirit-baptism is to offer an inspired witness for Christ, to lead the believer in a life which reflects Christ, and to equip for a Spirit-filled life of service.

(John 7:37-39, 14:16; Acts 1:8, 2:4, 2:38-39, 8:14-17, 10:44-46, 19:6; 1 Corinthians 3:16)

Spirit-Filled Life: We believe every Christian should walk and abide in daily fellowship with the Holy Spirit and experience continual renewing of God's power to live a Spirit-filled life in attitudes, thoughts, speech, and conduct. In order to build up and equip both individual believers and the Church, the Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts that are to be earnestly desired and exercised in a spirit of love. In addition to these gifts are the fruit of the Spirit, which are to be cultivated in the life of every believer. 

(John 15:4, 15:8; Acts 4:31; Romans 8:1, 8:5, 12:1-2, 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 3:16, 12:7-11, 12:31; 2 Corinthians 7:1; Galatians 5:16-25; Ephesians 4:11, 4:30-32, 5:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22; 1 Peter 1:15, 4:10-11; 1 John 2:6)

We believe that heaven is the dwelling place of God’s presence, where believers will live forever in joy, peace, and communion with God. Heaven is a future hope promised to all who trust in God through Jesus Christ. Hell is an actual place of separation from God, prepared for the devil, his angels, and all who reject God’s offer of salvation. At the final judgment, those who are in Christ will be resurrected to eternal life, while those who reject God will face eternal separation and sorrow.

(John 14:2-3; Matthew 25:41-46; Mark 9:43-44; Romans 8:18-25; Revelation 20:10-15, 21:1-4, 22:3-5)