What We Believe

The Bible

We believe the Bible is God’s inspired, inerrant, and authoritative Word—His complete written revelation of Himself to mankind. It declares God’s design, truth, and plan for humanity.
(2 Timothy 3:15–17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21)

The Trinity

We believe in one true God who exists eternally in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are distinct yet fully one in essence, power, and glory.
(Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10–11; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; 1 John 5:7)

Jesus Christ

We believe Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed miracles, and died as the only sacrifice for the sins of the world. He rose bodily from the dead, ascended to the right hand of the Father as our intercessor, and will return in glory—first to rapture His church and ultimately to establish His kingdom on earth.
(John 1:1; Matthew 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Acts 10:38; 1 John 2:2; Luke 24:39; Hebrews 4:14; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–18; Revelation 20:6)

Salvation

We believe the new birth is the only means of receiving eternal life. Salvation comes through repentance from sin and faith in Jesus Christ, bringing forgiveness and deliverance from the penalty and power of sin.
(John 3:3,5,7; Ephesians 2:8–9; 1 Peter 1:18–20)

Baptism in the Holy Spirit

We believe the baptism in the Holy Spirit is available to all believers as an endowment of power for Christian living and ministry. The initial physical evidence is speaking in tongues, as seen on the Day of Pentecost. This experience produces spiritual fruit, growth in Christlikeness, the operation of spiritual gifts, and a strengthened prayer life.
(Acts 2:4; Acts 2:38–39; Acts 10:44–46; Acts 19:1–6; Ephesians 5:18; Galatians 5:22–23; 2 Corinthians 3:18; 1 Corinthians 12:1–11; Romans 8:26–27)

Sanctification

We believe sanctification is the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in the believer’s life. Through daily surrender to God, believers grow in holiness, dying to sin and living in righteousness until the work is completed at Christ’s return.
(Romans 6:1–23; Hebrews 12:14; 1 John 3:2)

Divine Healing

We believe divine healing for the whole person—spirit, mind, and body—is provided through the redemptive work of Christ and is available through prayer and faith.
(Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24; James 5:13–15)

Ordinances of the Church

We believe and practice two ordinances established by Christ:
Water Baptism by immersion after repentance and faith in Christ, and Holy Communion, observed in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice for our salvation.
(Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:16; Acts 10:47–48; Romans 6:4; 1 Corinthians 11:26)

The Church

We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, made up of all who have accepted God’s offer of redemption through Jesus Christ. The Church is called to worship God, build up believers, and proclaim the gospel to the world.
(Ephesians 1:22–23; Ephesians 2:22; Hebrews 12:23)

The Return of Christ

We believe Jesus Christ will return for His Church. Believers who have died will rise, and those who are alive will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord and be with Him forever.
(1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Titus 2:13; 1 Corinthians 15:51–52)

Resurrection and Eternal Judgment

We believe there will be a resurrection of all people: the righteous to eternal life and the ungodly to eternal judgment.
(Daniel 12:2; John 5:28–29; Revelation 20:4–6; Revelation 20:11–15)

Marriage

We believe marriage is the covenant union of one biological man and one biological woman as established by God in Scripture. Sexual intimacy is intended only within this covenant. The church reserves the right to solemnize marriages in accordance with its biblical convictions.
(Genesis 1:26–28; Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:1–10; Ephesians 5:22–33; Hebrews 13:4)

The Sanctity of Life

We believe children are a blessing from the Lord and that every human life is sacred and worthy of protection from the moment of conception.
(Psalm 127; Psalm 139:13–16; Proverbs 24:11–12; Jeremiah 1:4–5)