We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God in the original writings, and is the sole authority for the Christian in faith and practice. (Exodus 20; II Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12)
We believe there is one true God, the eternally existent creator of the universe, and redeemer of mankind. He has revealed himself as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:1; Exodus 3:14; John 3:16-17; Romans 8:9)
We believe in the resurrection of the body and that man’s only hope for redemption from an eternal hell is through the atonement of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was born to a virgin, lived a sinless life, died on the cross for all mankind, was resurrected from the dead, and exalted to the right hand of the Father to intercede for his followers. (John 14:1-4, 6; Romans 8:1; Ephesians 2:8-9; I Corinthians15: 50-58; Hebrews 1:3)
We believe there is eternal security for those who trust in Jesus Christ as Savior. (John 10:27-29; Romans 8:38-39)
We believe the Holy Spirit ministers to mankind to convict, regenerate, indwell, enlighten and empower believers, thus equipping them to obedience to God. The Holy Spirit baptizes believers into the Body of Christ at the time of regeneration, yet fills believers many times.
(John 15:26; Acts 4:31; Romans 8:26; Ephesians 5:18-21, I Corinthians 12-13)
We believe in the church as the spiritual body of Christ, the Head, and that participation in a local church is essential to continued spiritual growth. (Romans 12:6-7; I Corinthians 12; II Corinthians 9:7; Hebrews 10:24-25)
We believe that Christ will come again to establish an earthly kingdom, before God tosses Satan into the lake of fire and makes everything new. (Revelation 19:11; 20:4-6,10, 21:1-8)
Therefore in practice we are committed to:
--acknowledging Christ as personal Lord and Savior
--sharing the Gospel of Christ at every opportunity (Matt 28:19-20)
--glorifying God through worship, prayer, and obedience to His commandments by the empowerment of the Holy Spirit (I John5:3)
--building relationships within our family and with others based on the Biblical teachings of love, forgiveness, and accountability
--supporting a local church with prayer for the leaders and active participation with time and resources.
--loving the Lord our God with all our hearts, minds, and strength
--loving our neighbor as ourselves, sharing resources and time as God gives opportunity
--living separated unto the Lord and abstaining from all appearances of evil. (James:4:7)
11/18/04
