Statement Of Faith

We believe that God has spoken in the Scriptures, both Old and New Testaments, through the words of human authors. As the verbally inspired Word of God, the Bible is without error in the original writings, the complete revelation of His will for salvation, and the ultimate authority by which every realm of human knowledge and endeavor should be judged. Therefore, it is to be believed in all that it teaches, obeyed in all that it requires, and trusted in all that it promises. (2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20,21)

We believe there is only one God, revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 6:4, 2 Corinthians 13:14, John 1:1) In the New Testament, time and time again we see the expression of God the Father, Jesus the Son of God and God the Holy Spirit. (John 10:30; John 14:26; Philippians 2:5-7 John 10:30; John 14:26; Philippians 2:5-7)

We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, was crucified, died, was buried, was resurrected, ascended into heaven, and is now seated at the right hand of God the Father and is true God and true man.

We believe that the Holy Spirit dwells in all believers, conforming them to the image of Jesus Christ.

• The Holy Spirit sanctifies – sets us apart to fulfill God’s purpose for our lives.
• The Holy Spirit preserves – He keeps us until the day that Christ returns.
• The Holy Spirit comes within you when you accept Christ into your heart.

The scriptures identify Him as “the one called alongside to help provide comfort, revelation regarding the will of God and teaching”. 1 Corinthians 12:13, Romans 8:16 – 1 

We can have a personal relationship with God through salvation, God’s free gift to man. It is not a result of what we do, but it is only available through God’s unearned favor. By admitting we have sinned and believing in the death, burial and resurrection of Christ, and accepting Him as Lord, we can spend eternity with God.  (Ephesians 2:8,9; Romans 5:1; Romans 3:24, Romans 10:10-11)

 We believe that all of God’s people are to be buried with our Lord Jesus Christ in the waters of baptism, subsequent to conversion. ( Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:4; Matthew 3:13-17)

• Baptism is a command. Everyone who confesses Christ should be baptized.
• Baptism comes from the word “baptize” which means to immerse.
• Baptism represents a burial of the old way of life and mindset.
• Baptism is not a prerequisite to salvation.
• Baptism is to be participated in when the concept it represents can be fully understood by the participant.
• We baptize in the name of Jesus Christ in accordance with the scriptural record.
• Jesus was baptized as a way of identifying with us as sinners. 

We believe in the identity of the Body of Christ on the earth is primarily perceived through the local church. While encouraging the voluntary association of local churches, and recognizing the need of consensus on matters of fundamental doctrine and conduct, we strongly confess the local church to be sovereign and autonomous. (Revelation 2-3)

• Every individual who professes relationship with Jesus Christ should be involved in a local community of believers.
• The local church should represent Jesus Christ to the community.
• The local church is a place of accountability and covering.  

We believe that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is an endowment of power, subsequent to conversion, given by God to anoint the believer for sanctification and evangelism. It is our understanding that the supernatural charisma of the Holy Spirit is active within the Body of Christ until the coming of the Lord. Furthermore, we believe the development of the charismatic gifts ought to be encouraged under the guidance of local church authorities. (Acts 8:14-17, Acts 19:1-2, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7)

• The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is a Subsequent Experience to Salvation.
• Evidence of the empowerment of the Holy Spirit is demonstrated by speaking in tongues and boldness as recorded in the book of Acts.
• The Holy Spirit within produces fruit for an internal work.
• The Holy Spirit upon us produces power for external work.
• The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is not a requirement of Salvation.
• We encourage you to ask Jesus to baptize you with the Holy Spirit. 

We believe in the Equipping of the Saints for the Work of the Ministry That the callings of Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor and Teacher are functional within the Body of Christ until the Lord’s return. Furthermore, these ministries are gifts to the Church for the purpose of equipping the saints for the work of ministry, that the body of Christ be edified.

We believe in the literal second coming of our Lord, the literal rule of Christ upon the earth, the resurrection of the regenerated to eternal life and the unregenerated to eternal damnation, and the ultimate victory of the eternal kingdom of God.  (Acts 1:11; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17; Hebrews 9:28)