What we believe
These are our core. They are the very basis for our faith and the reason we exist as a church. They capture the basic contours of Christian theology.
Who is God?
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God. You have a Creator and a God that can be trusted.
Who is Jesus Christ?
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus was both fully God and fully human, lived a sinless human life, and offered himself as a perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return someday to Earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Jesus, the Son of God, sacrificed Himself so that we could have a relationship with God.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian with power for living, understanding for spiritual truths, and guidance in doing what is right. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily. As a Christian, the Holy Spirit works in you and through you.
What is the Bible?
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without mixture of error. The Bible is your guide for what to believe and how to live.
What is Salvation?
Salvation is God’s gift to us. We can never make up for our sins by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins when we receive Jesus Christ into our life by faith. Sin separates us from God, but God has provided a way, through Jesus Christ, for us to have a restored relationship with Him.
What is Eternal Security?
People who have been saved can never lose their salvation. Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the true believer is secure in that salvation for eternity. If you have been genuinely saved, you cannot “lose” your salvation. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-efforts of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives us this security.
What about Eternity?
People were created to exist forever in eternity.We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation through Christ. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. The choices you make now will have eternal significance for you personally.