Beliefs
HOLY SCRIPTURES
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and therefore, without error and, as such, is infallible, absolutely supreme and sufficient in authority in all matters of faith and practice. ~ 2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:20,21
THE GODHEAD
The Godhead exists eternally in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are one God, having the same nature and attributes and are worthy of the same homage, confidence and obedience. ~ Matt. 3:16,17; 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14
MAN
Man was originally created in the image and likeness of God. He fell through sin and, as a consequence, incurred both spiritual and physical death. Spiritual death and depravity of human nature have been transmitted to the entire human race with the exception of the Man Christ Jesus. ~ Gen. 1:26, 2:7; Romans 3:10-19,23; 5:12
SALVATION THROUGH JESUS
Salvation has been provided for all men through the sacrifice of Christ upon the cross. It is the only perfect redemption and substitution atonement for all the sins of the world, both original and actual. Those who repent and believe in Christ are born again of the Holy Spirit and receive eternal life. ~ 1 Peter 2:24; John 14:6
REPENTANCE AND FAITH
Man can be born again only through faith in Christ. Repentance, a vital part of believing, is a complete change of mind wrought by the Holy Spirit, turning a person to God from sin. ~ Acts 17:30; Gal. 3:22,26; Ephesians 2:8; 1 John 5:10-13
BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT
The baptism in the Holy Spirit is an experience in which the believer yields control of himself to the Holy Spirit. Through this he comes to know Christ in a more intimate way, and receives power to witness and grow spiritually. The initial evidence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit is speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. ~ Matt. 3:11; John 16:13-15; Acts 1:8; 8:12-17; 10:46
THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT
The gifts of the Spirit are supernatural abilities given by God through the exercising of which believers are enabled to minister effectively and directly in particular situations. They serve the dual action of building up the Church, and of demonstrating the presence of God within His Church. ~ 1Cor. 12:4-11; 14:12, 24-25
DIVINE HEALING
Divine healing provided in the atonement of Christ is the privilege of all believers. Prayer for the sick and gifts of healing are encouraged and practiced. ~ Matt. 8:16,17; 1Cor. 12:28-30; James 5:14
