THE BIBLE

We believe that the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God, central to our faith and practice. We hold that all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible, composed of the Old and New Testaments, is without error in its original manuscripts and serves as the final authority in all matters of faith and conduct (Psalm 119:105; 2 Peter 1:21). Through its teachings, God reveals His character, His will for humanity, and the way of salvation through Jesus Christ (John 5:39; Romans 15:4). We are committed to the diligent study and application of Scripture, trusting it to guide and transform our lives (Hebrews 4:12; James 1:22).

GOD

We believe in one God, who exists eternally in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). We affirm that God is the creator and sustainer of all things (Genesis 1:1, Colossians 1:16-17). He is infinite, all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present, holy and just, yet loving and merciful (Psalm 147:5, Jeremiah 23:24, 1 Peter 1:16, Ephesians 2:4-5). God reveals Himself through His Word and His works, desiring a personal relationship with each of us through faith in Jesus Christ (John 1:1, John 3:16).

JESUS CHRIST

We believe that Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary (John 1:1,14; Matthew 1:23). We affirm that Jesus lived a sinless life, was crucified for our sins, and was raised bodily from the dead on the third day (1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21). Through His death and resurrection, Jesus provided the only way of salvation for humanity, reconciling us to God (John 14:6; Romans 5:10). He ascended to heaven and is now seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding for us, and will return in glory to judge the living and the dead (Acts 1:9-11; Hebrews 7:25; 2 Timothy 4:1). 

THE HOLY SPIRIT

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who dwells in every believer upon salvation (Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 3:16). We affirm that the Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8), and empowers believers for Christian life and service (Acts 1:8). The Spirit regenerates and sanctifies believers, producing fruit in their lives such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). He also equips believers with spiritual gifts for the building up of the church and the spread of the gospel (1 Corinthians 12:4-11). We rely on the Holy Spirit's guidance and presence in our lives as we seek to honor and glorify God in all things (Ephesians 1:13-14; Ephesians 5:18). 

MANKIND

We believe that mankind was created in the image of God, designed to have fellowship with Him and to reflect His character in the world (Genesis 1:27). We affirm that Adam and Eve, the first humans, were created without sin, but through their disobedience, sin entered the world, affecting all humanity (Romans 5:12). Consequently, every person is born with a sinful nature and is in need of salvation (Psalm 51:5; Ephesians 2:1-3). Despite our sinfulness, God's love for mankind is demonstrated in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). Through faith in Jesus Christ, individuals can be forgiven, restored to fellowship with God, and empowered to live lives pleasing to Him (Ephesians 2:8-9; 2 Corinthians 5:17).

SALVATION

We believe that salvation is the gracious work of God whereby He delivers sinful humanity from condemnation and grants forgiveness and eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ. We affirm that salvation is not earned through good works or personal merit, but is a free gift of God's grace (Ephesians 2:8-9). Jesus Christ, through His sacrificial death on the cross, paid the penalty for our sins, satisfying the righteous demands of God's justice (Romans 3:23-25). Salvation is received by repentance from sin and faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord (Acts 2:38; Romans 10:9-10). Through this faith, believers are justified—declared righteous before God—and adopted into His family as His children (John 1:12; Romans 5:1). Salvation is a present reality and a future hope, securing eternal life with God and the promise of resurrection and eternal glory (John 3:16; 1 Peter 1:3-5).

THE CHURCH

We believe that the Church is the body of Christ, composed of all true believers who have been redeemed by His blood and regenerated by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:22-23; 1 Corinthians 12:27). We affirm that Christ is the head of the Church, and it exists to worship and glorify God, to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations, and to make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 1:8). The Church is called to unity in faith and love, demonstrating Christ-like character and holiness in its conduct (Ephesians 4:1-6; 1 Peter 1:15-16). It is empowered by the Holy Spirit to exercise spiritual gifts for the edification of believers and the growth of the Church (1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Ephesians 4:11-13). The Church is also entrusted with the ordinances of baptism and the Lord's Supper as visible signs of the gospel and our union with Christ (Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26). As such, we cherish and participate in the life of the Church, seeking to fulfill its mission in the world until Christ's return.  

THE ORDINANCES

We believe in two ordinances instituted by Christ for the Church: baptism and communion (also known as the Lord's Supper). Baptism is a symbolic act of obedience and identification with Christ, signifying a believer's union with Him in His death, burial, and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4). It is administered to believers upon their profession of faith in Jesus Christ and is an outward expression of their inward conversion and commitment to follow Christ (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38). Communion, or the Lord's Supper, commemorates Christ's sacrificial death on the cross for our sins. It consists of the bread, symbolizing His body broken for us, and the cup, symbolizing His blood shed for the forgiveness of sins (1 Corinthians 11:23-26). Participation in communion is a means of remembering Christ's redemptive work, proclaiming His death until He comes again, and experiencing spiritual communion with Him and other believers (Luke 22:19-20; 1 Corinthians 10:16-17). These ordinances serve as visible signs of our faith and unity in Christ, practiced in obedience to His commands and in anticipation of His return. 

We believe that marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, intended to be a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. We base this belief on the teachings of Scripture where marriage is described as a union established by God Himself (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4-6). It is a relationship characterized by love, mutual respect, and self-sacrifice, reflecting the relationship between Christ and His church (Ephesians 5:22-33). Marriage is designed to provide companionship, support, and intimacy, as well as the procreation and nurturing of children within a stable family unit (Malachi 2:15; Psalm 127:3-5). In accordance with biblical teachings, we uphold marriage as a sacred bond that should be honored and protected within the church and society. 

THE SECOND COMING OF JESUS 

We believe in the blessed hope of the imminent return of Jesus Christ, as promised in Scripture (Titus 2:13). As historic evangelicals, we affirm that Jesus will come again visibly and bodily to judge the living and the dead (Acts 1:11; 2 Timothy 4:1). His return will be sudden and unexpected, and He will establish His kingdom in fullness, bringing ultimate justice and redemption (Matthew 24:44; Revelation 22:12). Believers eagerly await this glorious event when Christ will gather His people to Himself, resurrect the dead in Christ, and transform our bodies to be like His glorious body (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Philippians 3:20-21). We are called to live in readiness and anticipation of His return, faithfully serving Him and proclaiming the gospel until He comes again to reign forever as King of kings and Lord of lords (Revelation 19:16).

THE ETERNAL STATE

We believe in the eternal state as described in Scripture, where those who are saved through faith in Jesus Christ will dwell with God forever in the new heavens and new earth (Revelation 21:1-4). We affirm that believers will experience the fullness of joy and eternal life in the presence of God, free from sin, suffering, and death (John 10:28; Revelation 22:5). This eternal fellowship with God will be marked by worship, communion, and perfect fellowship with one another (1 Corinthians 13:12; Revelation 22:3). Conversely, those who reject Christ will face eternal separation from God in a state of conscious punishment (Matthew 25:46; Revelation 20:15). Our hope is anchored in the promise of Scripture that God will make all things new, and we eagerly await the fulfillment of His kingdom where righteousness dwells forever (2 Peter 3:13).