Statement of Faith

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Infallibility of Scripture
WE BELIEVE.... in the plenary-verbal inspiration of the accepted canon of the Scriptures as originally given and that they are infallibly and uniquely authoritative and free from error of any sort in all matters with which they deal, including scientific and historical as well as moral and theological (2 Timothy 3:16; 1 Corinthians 2:13).
One True God
WE BELIEVE.... in the Eternal Godhead who has revealed Himself as the ONE True God, eternally existing in THREE persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; distinguishable but indivisible (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14).
Creation
WE BELIEVE.... in the creation, test and fall of man as recorded in Genesis and his total spiritual depravity and inability to attain to divine righteousness (Romans 3:10-18).
The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ
WE BELIEVE.... in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Savior of men, conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, fully God and fully man (Luke 1:26-35; John 1:18; Isaiah 7:14; 9:16).
Christ's Death & Resurrection
WE BELIEVE....Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again the third day, and personally appeared to His disciples (1 Corinthians 15:14; Romans 4:25).
Christ's Bodily Ascension
WE BELIEVE.... in the bodily ascension of Jesus to heaven, His exaltation, and His personal, literal, and bodily coming again the second time for the Church (John 14:2-3; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
Salvation by Grace Through Faith
WE BELIEVE.... in the salvation of sinners by grace, through repentance and faith in the perfect and sufficient work of the cross of Calvary by which we obtain remission of sins (Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 9:12, 22; Romans 5:11).
Baptism in the Holy Spirit
WE BELIEVE.... in the baptism of the Holy Spirit as an experience subsequent to salvation that empowers (dunamis) believers for witnessing and effective service, just as it did in New Testament times.  (Acts 2:1-4; 8:14-17; 10:44-46; Galatians 3:14-15).
The Gifts of the Spirit
WE BELIEVE....in the operation of the gifts of the Spirit as enumerated in 1 Corinthians 12-14 and as manifested in the Early Church.
Spirit-Filled Living
WE BELIEVE.... in the Spirit-filled life, a life of separation from the world, perfecting holiness in the fear of God as an expression of Christian faith (Ephesians 5:18; 1 Corinthians 6:14; 7:1).
Sanctity of Marriage
WE BELIEVE.... in the sanctity of marriage as established by the Holy Scriptures, that God created marriage, and that the only legitimate marriage is the joining of one man and one woman. (Genesis 2:24; Romans 7:2-3; 1 Corinthians 7:10-11; Ephesians 5:22-33).
Sanctity of Life
WE BELIEVE.... in the sanctity of human life, that God determines the boundaries of life and holds in His hands the two fragile ends of human experience. He is active in the conception of life and the conclusion of life, in birth and in death. This truth imparts extraordinary value to every life, independent of gender, race, socioeconomic position, age, or health status. Those who hold to biblical creation must attach great worth to human life and will stand in its defense. (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 139:13,15; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
Divine Healing
WE BELIEVE.... in the healing of the body by Divine Power, that divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers (Acts 4:30; Romans 8:11; 1 Corinthians 12:9; James 5:1 ).
Water Baptism & Holy Communion

WE BELIEVE...and practice two ordinances—(1) Water Baptism after repenting of one's sins and receiving Christ's gift of salvation, (Matthew 28:19, Acts 2:37-39) and (2) Holy Communion (the Lord's Supper) as a symbolic remembrance of Christ's suffering and death for our salvation. (1 Corinthians 11:28-32).
Tithes, Offerings, and Biblical Prosperity

WE BELIEVE.... in the Tithe (the first ten percent of our income) that belongs to the Lord, offerings that are given willingly, and alms that are given to the poor. We believe prosperity is the will of God for every believer and always to be associated with God’s purpose (Deuteronomy 8:18; 2 Corinthians 8:9; 9:6-15).
The Blessed Hope

WE BELIEVE....in the resurrection of those who have fallen asleep in Christ and their translation together with those who are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord is the imminent and blessed hope of the church (1 Thessalonians 4:16,17, 1 Corinthians 15:51,52).
Eternal Life

WE BELIEVE.... in eternal life for believers (John 5:24; 3:16) and eternal punishment for unbelievers (Mark 9:43-58; 2 Thessalonians 1:9; Revelation 20:10-15).
The Millenial Reign of Christ

WE BELIEVE....in the Second Coming of Christ which includes the rapture of the saints, which is our blessed hope, followed by the visible return of Christ with His saints to reign on earth for one thousand years.  This millenial regin will bring the salvation of national Israel and the establishment of universal peace (Zechariah 14:5, Matthew 24:30, Revelation 20:1-6, Romans 11:26,27, Micah 4:3,4)
Final Judgment

WE BELIEVE.... in a final judgment in which the wicked dead will be raised and judged according to their works. Whosoever is not found written in the Book of Life, together with the devil and his angels, the beast and the false prophet, will be consigned to the everlasting punishment in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.in the reality and personality of Satan and the eternal judgment of Satan and his angels (Matthew 25:41; Revelation 20:10-15).
The New Heavens and the New Earth

WE BELIEVE....according to His promise, and look forward to "new heavens and a new earth wherein dwelleth righteousness." (2 Peter 3:13, Revelation 21 & 22)

In Essential Beliefs - WE BELIEVE that there should be unity. Ephesians 4:4-6 In Non-Essential Beliefs - WE BELIEVE there should be liberty. Romans 14:1,  4,12
In All Our Beliefs
- WE BELIEVE that we must maintain love toward each other.
I Corinthians 13:2