Jesus

Jesus is fully God and without sin. When he died on the cross He died in the place of fallen humanity as their representative. He rose from the grave to give evidence of His

victory over sin and Satan and He is now at the Father's right hand as our Intercessor.

(John 1:1; 1 John 5:20; Luke 1:35; Matthew 1:20; 1

Peter 1:19-19; Romans 4:25)

God

God is one but exists in three persons, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Each is eternal existent,

one in essence, possessing the same nature and attributes. They do, however, have different roles, functions and activities.

(Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19)

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit indwells every believer and is at work confirming his or her relationship with God, and giving power for victory over sin.

(John 14:16-18; 16:8-14; Ephesians 4:30; 5:8)

The Bible

The Bible is God's word to us. It is God-breathed and useful for teaching, correcting, rebuking and training in righteousness.

(2 Timothy 3:16-17)

Sin and Salvation

All of humanity is created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) but because of human rebellion,  everyone is separated from God, sinful by nature and by practice, and is in need of the salvation provided by God in Jesus.

This salvation, a gift of God's grace, is received by simply believing in our hearts and confessing with our mouth that Jesus is Lord.

(Romans 3:23; 1 Peter 1:5;

 Titus 3:5)

The Church

The Church is God's vehicle to bring the Good News of God's salvation to our world. It is comprised of all persons who have received God's free gift of salvation in Jesus. These persons are united together in true community, a unity based on common life in Christ. The purpose of the church is to glorify God on earth, work for the flourishing of all humanity, make disciples and provide an environment of spiritual growth for those who embrace the Christian faith.

(Matthew 28:19-20;

 Ephesians 1:22-3)

Church Ordinances

The church carries out two symbolic acts, which significantly reflect our Christian faith.

Baptism by immersion signifies a Christian's identification with Jesus in His death, burial and resurrection.

(Romans 6:1-4; Colossians 2:12)

Communion is carried out by a regular sharing of bread and grape juice, symbolic of salvation accomplished and made available

by Jesus' death.

(1 Corinthians 11:23-26)   

Jesus’ Return

When Jesus comes back, His coming will complete the Kingdom he brought with him as he renews all creation into the new heavens and earth. His promise to return is an incentive for holy

living and faithful service. (John 14:1-6; 1 Thessalonians 4:14-18; Acts 1:11)