We believe that the Holy Bible was verbally inspired and the product of men controlled by the Holy Spirit. It is therefore truth without error, and is the only infallible rule for all creeds, opinions, and human conduct.

(2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Timothy 3:16,17; John 17:17)

We believe there is one living and true God, who exists as three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are one in substance and equal in every divine perfection.

(Exodus 20:2,3; 1 Corinthians 8:6; Deuteronomy 6:4)

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We believe in the absolute deity of the Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. He is divine as no other man can be, being both God and man, existing for all eternity, co-equal with the Father and the Spirit. He never ceased to be God for one instant, and His death on the cross did not involve the laying aside of His Deity. As a man, He was miraculously begotten of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. (Luke 1:26-38; Matthew 1:20; John 1:1-12; 1 John 5:20)

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We believe that the Holy Spirit is a divine person, equal with the Father and the Son, and of the same substance and nature. He convicts us of sin, righteousness, and judgment, and bears witness to the truth. He is the agent of the new birth, and He seals, guides, teaches, empowers, witnesses to, sanctifies, and helps the believer. He indwells every true child of God. (2 Corinthians 13:14; John 14:16,17; Romans 8:14-17,26,27)

We believe in the existence of Satan. He is the unholy god of this age, author of all powers of darkness and sin, and he is destined to face just and eternal judgment in the lake of fire.

(Isaiah 14:12-17, Matthew 4:1-3; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Revelation 20:10)

We believe that God created the heaven, the earth, and all life in it, each "after his kind." This was by direct act, and not by any process of evolution. (Genesis 1 & 2; Colossians 1:16,17; John 1:3)

We believe that God created man, Adam being the first, in a state of innocence. However, through man’s own choice to disobey God, he fell into sin, bringing judgment and death upon all of humanity. As a result, every person is born with a sinful nature and becomes a willful sinner with the first expression of personal choice. Because of this, we are all accountable to God and in need of His redemption.

(Genesis 3; Romans 5:10-19)

We believe that the only way to be freed from the condemnation of sin is through the redemption wrought by Jesus Christ. He voluntarily took upon Himself a human body and nature, yet without sin. By His suffering, death, and resurrection, He fully satisfied the justice of God for the sin of man. The blessings of this salvation are given by grace to all who believe and confess. Everyone should accept God’s offer and mercy without delay.

(1 Peter 1:18,19; John 1:1-3,14; 3:1-7, 16,17; Hebrews 10:4-14; Acts 16:30-33; Romans 3:25)

We believe that salvation from sin comes only through faith in the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ. This salvation is wholly by grace; no works, however good, make that salvation more secure. We believe that all who take Christ as their Savior are born again and are eternally secure in Him.

(Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 3:5-7; Romans 10:9-13; John 3:1-16; John 10:28,29; Romans 8:35-39; Philippians 1:6)

We believe that once we are saved, we enter into a personal relationship with God, allowing us to walk in fellowship with Him daily. This relationship is built on faith and obedience, and it is nourished by prayer and reading the Word of God. As believers, we are called to seek God with our whole heart, to trust in His guidance, and to grow more like Him in character and holiness. As we grow in this relationship, it shapes how we live, guiding our decisions, actions, and purpose. What an amazing opportunity it is to personally know Him—the Creator of the universe—and to walk through life with Him!

(James 4:8; John 15:4-5; 1 John 1:3; Matthew 22:37; Romans 8:29)

We believe that prayer is a vital part of the Christian life, giving believers the privilege of communicating with God anytime, anywhere. Through prayer, we can express worship, gratitude, confession, and share our needs and desires with our Heavenly Father. Jesus taught His disciples how to pray, and we are encouraged to pray without ceasing, knowing that God hears us. Prayer is not only a way to grow spiritually, but also an opportunity to enjoy a close, personal relationship with God. What a gift it is to have direct access to our Creator! (Matthew 6:9-13; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; Romans 8:26-27; Philippians 4:6-7; Matthew 7:7-8; Luke 11:9-13)

We believe that the church is called to be fishers of men, showing Christ to others by sharing the gospel through love, truth, and faithful witness. As Jesus said unto His disciples, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men,” so are we commanded to go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature, making disciples of all nations. Through our words and actions, we are to shine His light, faithfully sharing His truth to a world in need of salvation. (Matthew 4:19; Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15)

We believe that the church universal is a New Testament institution, established by Jesus Christ, who is its sole head. It was unknown to the Old Testament prophets, but was revealed through the holy apostles and empowered and perpetuated by the Holy Spirit. The church is described as Christ's "body" for service and His "bride" for glory. It began with the New Testament saints and will be consummated at the coming of Christ in the rapture.

(Matthew 16:18; Acts 1:8; 2:1-11, 41-47; 15:14; Romans 16:25,26; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; Ephesians 1:22,23; 3:21; 5:23-33; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)

We believe that the church universal is clearly demonstrated through the local church, which is a congregation of baptized believers united by faith in the gospel and joined together in fellowship. It observes the two ordinances of Christ, is governed by His laws, and exercises the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in it by His Word. Its scriptural officers are bishops (or pastors) and deacons. Each local church has the right of self-government directed by the Holy Spirit, and is answerable only to Christ. In all matters of membership, policy, government, discipline and benevolence, the will of the local church is final as it seeks to discern and follow God's will in every decision.

(Matthew 18:15-17; 1 Corinthians 1:2; 6:4,5; 7:17; 11:16; 1 Timothy 3:1-15)

We believe that there are two church ordinances: baptism and the Lord's supper. While these ordinances do not save, they are important steps of obedience to God’s Word.

Baptism

We believe that baptism is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is called "believer's baptism" because it takes place after a person has trusted Jesus as their savior, rather than being done in infancy. Baptism is a public testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and an act of obedience to Him. It’s a beautiful and solemn declaration, symbolizing His death, burial, and resurrection, as well as the believer’s death to sin and resurrection to a new life in Him.

(Matthew 28:19; Acts 8:36-39; Romans 6:3-5)

The Lord’s Supper

We believe that the Lord’s Supper is a time for believers to partake of the bread and fruit of the vine as symbols of Christ’s body and blood, commemorating His suffering and death on our behalf “till He come.” Through this act we show our faith and participation in the merits of His sacrifice and our hope of eternal life through His resurrection from the dead. The observance of the Lord’s Supper should be preceded by faithful self-examination, ensuring that our hearts are aligned with His will as we remember His great love for us.

(1 Corinthians 11:23-32; Matthew 26:26-29)

We believe that just like the human body, which has many parts, each with its own special purpose, every believer has a unique and important role in the church. God has carefully designed each of us with the exact talents and passions needed to make a difference in His kingdom. No part of the body is insignificant—each one is essential for the health and strength of the whole. What a blessing it is that God places us exactly where we need to be and provides everything we need to fulfill the role to which He has called us! Together we work as one, using the gifts of the Spirit to serve God, encourage one another, and accomplish His mission here on earth.

(1 Corinthians 12:12-27; Romans 12:4-5; Ephesians 4:11-16; Philippians 2:13)

We believe that the Holy Spirit works in the life of every believer to produce the fruit of the Spirit. This fruit is the visible evidence of God's work in us, reflecting Christlike character in our daily lives. As believers walk in the Spirit and submit to His leading, they grow in love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance. These qualities are not the result of our own efforts, but of the Holy Spirit working within us. The fruit of the Spirit is a mark of spiritual maturity and a testimony to the world of God's grace in our lives.

(Galatians 5:22-23; John 15:5; Philippians 1:11; Colossians 1:10)

We believe that God calls believers to live lives that are distinct from the world. The Bible teaches that Christians are to be separate from sin, worldly values, and influences that go against God’s holiness. This means setting apart our lives, actions, and values for the Lord, striving to honor Him in everything we do. Believers are to avoid practices that dishonor God and to pursue holiness in all areas of life. The call to separation is an expression of our commitment to God and a testimony to the world that we belong to Him.

(2 Corinthians 6:14-18; Romans 12:1-2; 1 John 2:15-17; James 4:4)

We believe that every person is created in the image of God and is loved by Him. We honor the dignity and worth of all individuals. We also believe that God’s design for relationships and identity is clearly outlined in Scripture. Marriage is defined as the union between one man and one woman, established by God as a lifelong covenant.

(Genesis 1:27; Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4-6)

God intentionally created each person with a specific gender. The Bible teaches that there are two distinct genders, male and female. We are fearfully and wonderfully made, and our gender is an unchanging part of who we are.

(Genesis 1:27; Psalm 139:13-14; Deuteronomy 22:5)

In a culture that often distorts God’s design, we hold to the belief that God’s creation is purposeful and good. We believe that our true identity is ultimately found in Christ, and that He calls all of us to live in a way that honors Him.

As a community of believers, we strive to love all people, speaking the truth in love. We encourage each person to seek God’s guidance through prayer, Scripture, and fellowship as they navigate these issues, trusting in God’s grace, wisdom, and sovereignty.

(Psalm 139:14; Ephesians 4:15)

With the completion of the Scriptures, all sign-gifts ceased. We believe that the gift of tongues was a miraculous sign to the nation of Israel and the early church to confirm God’s message and authenticate the apostles' ministry.

(1 Corinthians 13:8-10; 1 Corinthians 14:21-22; 2 Corinthians 12:12; Hebrews 2:3-4)

We believe in the bodily, personal, premillennial return of Jesus Christ. He will come before the seven-year tribulation period to catch away His church in the air. Then, at the close of the tribulation, He will return with His church to judge the nations and to set up His kingdom on earth.

(1 Thessalonians 4:14-18; Matthew 25:31-46; Revelation 19:11-21)

We believe in the resurrection of the bodies of the dead. Believers who have died will be raised at the coming of Christ for His church and caught up with the transformed living saints to meet the Lord in the air. The unbelieving dead will be raised at the close of the millennial kingdom and stand in their bodies before the Great White Throne of Judgment to receive their final judgment.

(John 5:21-30; 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Revelation 7:9-17, 20:11-15)