The Bible
We are founded upon the belief that the Bible is the inspired, infallible word of God.
We believe in the great commission and are endeavoring to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with love, mercy and compassion.
God
We believe there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4). He is the creator of heaven and earth, and of all living beings. He has revealed himself to humanity as the Father (Creator), as the Son (Savior), and as the Holy Ghost (Indwelling Spirit).
The Fall
Man was created in the image of God, but by the exercise of human will, mankind broke God's law and transgressed the will of God. The only hope for humanity is the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Repentance
True repentance is brought about by Godly sorrow for sin. It is a change of mind to turn away from sin in every area of our lives and to follow Christ.[Acts 2:21 & 38, 3:19; I John 1:9].
Salvation
We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ; His death, burial, and resurrection. Salvation is a gift from God, not a result of our good works or of any human efforts. Ephesians 2:8-9; Galatians 2:16, 3:8; Titus 3:5; Romans 10:9; Acts 16:31; Hebrews 9:22; Romans 5:1.
Baptism
We believe in water baptism by immersion in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sin, as taught by the early church. Through baptism we identify with the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Acts 10:48; Romans 6:3-6; Acts 19:5; Colossians 2:11-14; Acts 2:38 as the fulfillment of Matthew 28:19.
Holy Spirit Baptism
We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the sign of speaking in other tongues. (Acts 2:4). All believers are entitled to and should earnestly seek for the promise of the baptism of the Holy Ghost and fire according to the command of our Lord Jesus Christ (Acts 1:8).
This was a normal experience in all the early Christian Church. With it comes a deeper spiritual life and service, the endowment of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry. (Luke 24:49, Acts 1:4,8, 1 Cor 12:1-31).
Gifts of The Spirit
We believe the Gifts of the Spirit are still active today and are used to build up the Church. (2 Corinthians 12:1-11).
The Holy Spirit is manifested through a variety of spiritual gifts to edify the church, demonstrate the validity of the resurrection, and confirm the power of the Gospel. All believers are commanded to earnestly desire the manifestation of the gifts in their lives. These gifts always operate in harmony with the Scriptures and should never be used in violation of Biblical parameters. [Hebrews 2:4; Romans 1:11, 12 :4-8; Ephesians 4:16; I Timothy 4:14; II Timothy 1:6-7; I Corinthians 12:1-31, 14:1-40; I Peter 4:10; 1 Corinthians 12: 4-12].
The Lord’s Supper
The Lord’s Supper, consisting of the elements, bread and the fruit of the vine, is the symbol expressing our sharing the divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (II Peter 1:4); a memorial of His suffering and death (I Corinthians 11:26); and a prophecy of His second coming (I Corinthians 11:26); and is enjoined on all believers “until He comes”.
The Church
The Church is the body of Christ ( Ekklesia ). The Church is not a building but is a group of called out people. Each believer, born of the Spirit is part of the Church of the First-born, which is written in heaven. (Ephesians 1:22, 23; 2:22; Hebrews 12:23)
The Ministry & Evangelism
We believe every believer is mandated and called to witness the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A divinely called and Scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for a two-fold purpose: (A) The evangelization of the world, and (B) The edifying of the Body of Christ. (Mark 16:15-20; Ephesians 4:11-13)
Healing of The Sick
Healing of the sick is illustrated in the life and ministry of Jesus, and included in the commission of Jesus to His disciples. It is given as a sign which is to follow believers. It is also a part of Jesus's work on the Cross and one of the gifts of the spirit. (Psalm 103:2-3; Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:16-17; Mark 16:17-18; Acts 8:6-7; James 5:14-16; 1 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 11:29 ).
Gods Will For Provision
It is the Father's will for believers to become whole, healthy and successful in all areas of life. But because of the fall, many may not receive the full benefits of God's will while on Earth. That fact should never prevent all believers from seeking the full benefits of Christ's provision in order to serve others.
1. Spiritual (John 3:3-11; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Romans 10:9-10).
2. Mental and Emotional (2 Timothy 1:7, 2:11; Philippians 4:7-8; Romans 12:2; Isaiah 26:3).
3. Physical ( Isaiah 53:4-5; Matthew 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24)
4. Financial ( Joshua 1:8; Malachi 3:10; Luke 6:38; 2 Corinthians 9:6-10; Deuteronomy 28:1-14; Psalm 34:10, 84:11; Philippians 4:19).
Resurrection
Jesus Christ was physically resurrected from the dead in a glorified body three days after his death on the cross. In addition, both the saved and the lost will be resurrected; they that are saved to the resurrection of life and they that are lost to the resurrection of eternal damnation ( Luke 24:16, 36, 39; John 2:19-21, 20:26-28, 21:4; Acts 24:15; 1 Corinthians 15:42, 44; Philippians 1:21-23, 3:21).
Heaven
Heaven is the eternal dwelling place for all believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ ( Matthew 5:3, 12, 20, 6:20, 19:21, 25:34; John 17:24; 2 Corinthians 5:1; Hebrews 11:16; 1 Peter 1:4)
Hell
After living one life on earth, the unbelievers will be judged by God and sent to hell where they will be eternally tormented with the Devil and the Fallen Angels ( Matthew 25:41; Mark 9:43-48; Hebrews 9:27; Revelation 14:9-11, 20:12-15, 21:8).
The Second Coming
Jesus Christ will physically and visibly return to earth for the second time to establish HIs Kingdom. This will occur at a date undisclosed by the Scriptures ( Matthew 24:30, 26:63-64; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8; Revelation 1:7).