God

There is one God, eternally existing in three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All three were present in creation. God is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe and everything in it.

Genesis 1:1, 26–27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, one with the Father and the Spirit. He is our Savior, born of a virgin, who lived a sinless life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose from the grave on the third day, defeating sin and death. He ascended into heaven and will return to reign as King.

Matthew 1:22–23; John 1:1–5, 14; Acts 1:9–11; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Ephesians 2:8–9; Colossians 2:9–10; Hebrews 1:4–5; 1 Timothy 6:13–15; 1 Peter 1:20–21

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is one with the Father and the Son. He dwells within those who accept Christ as Savior, serving as our comforter, guide, and advocate. The Spirit empowers believers for holy living, gives understanding of God’s Word, intercedes in prayer, and produces His fruit in our lives.

John 14:16–18, 16:7–15; Acts 1:8, 2:38; Galatians 5:22–26; 1 Peter 1:1–2; 1 Corinthians 2:6–16, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13

The Bible

The Bible is the inspired, authoritative, and infallible Word of God—His revelation of Himself to humanity. Written by more than 40 authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the 66 books of Scripture tell one unified story of redemption that points to Jesus Christ. God’s Word is living and active, timeless in truth, and our final authority in all matters of faith and practice.

Psalm 1:1–2, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5; John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Hebrews 4:12

Humanities Situation

Human beings are created in the image of God (Imago Dei) as the crown of His creation. Yet all have sinned, falling short of His glory, and are in need of redemption and restoration. Through Christ, we are invited back into the likeness of God that sin has distorted.

Genesis 1:27, 3:22–23, 5:1–2; Romans 3:21–26, 5:12; 1 Corinthians 15:49; Colossians 3:1–4

Salvation

Salvation is God’s free gift, provided through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. It cannot be earned or purchased, but is received through obedient faith. This faith is expressed through repentance, confession of Christ, and baptism by immersion. Salvation is available to all who receive Jesus as Savior and Lord.

John 3:16; Acts 4:12; Romans 5:10, 6:23, 10:10; Ephesians 2:8–10

Baptism

The Bible teaches that salvation is by grace through faith. Baptism is an essential step of obedient faith and is practiced by immersion, as modeled and commanded by Jesus. Baptism symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ: our old life is buried in water and we are raised as new creations in Him. Anyone who professes faith in Christ should be baptized without delay.

Matthew 3:13–17, 28:18–20; Acts 2:38, 8:12–13, 8:36–38, 10:44–48; Romans 6:3–4; 2 Corinthians 5:17

Communion (The Lord’s Supper)

Communion is an ordinance given by Christ to all believers as a remembrance of His sacrifice. The bread and cup represent His body and blood, reminding us of the debt He paid for our sins. As we partake, we remember Christ, examine ourselves, consider one another, and proclaim His death until He returns. As a church family, we share in communion weekly during worship.

Matthew 26:26–30; Mark 14:22–26; Luke 22:19–20; Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 11:23–29