DOCTRINE OF FAITH

 The Scriptures

The Bible is the inspired Word of God.

2 Timothy 3:16  

The Godhead

There is one God manifested in three: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.

I John 5:7, John 1:14, Revelation 19:13  

Salvation

Jesus Christ is the only means of salvation. We can be cleansed from sin through repentance and His blood.

Romans 10:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 1:7  

Baptism of the Holy Spirit

The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a gift from God. It is given to believers in Christ and is evidenced of the speaking in other tongues as the Holy Spirit gives utterance.

Acts 2:4,  

Water Baptism

Baptism in water is by immersion. The ordinance is a symbol of the Christian’s identification with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection.

Colossians 2:12, Matthew 28:19, Acts 8:36-39, Romans 6:4  

The Lord’s Supper

The Lord’s Supper, consisting of bread and the fruit of the vine, is a memorial to Christ, His suffering and His death.

Colossians 2:12, Matthew 28:19, Acts 8:36-39, Romans 6:4  

Tithe 

Tithe is the tenth part of, or quota, that must be contributed to the church for the service of God and for the spreading of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Malachi 3:10  

Fasting and Prayer

Fasting along with prayer is the volunteer abstinence of food for a period of time as prescribed by God for spiritual growth.

Daniel 9:3, Isaiah 58:6-8, Matthew 17:18-21  

Resurrection of Jesus Christ

God raised Jesus from the dead on the third day.

1 Corinthians 15:4  

Sanctification

The indwelling of the Holy Ghost enables us to live holy, sanctified lives. Without holiness, no one can see the Lord.

Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:16, 1 Corinthians 1:30, 3:14  

Divine Healing

Deliverance and healing from sickness is provided for in the atonement and is the privilege of all believers.

Isaiah 53:4-5, James 5:14-16  

Heaven and Eternal Life

Heaven is the dwelling place of God and the eternal home of redeemed souls.

John 3:36, John 5:24, John 14:2, John 17:3  

Hell and Eternal Retribution

Hell is the place for eternal punishment for those who die in their sins without Christ.

Revelation 19:20, Revelation 20:1-15, Hebrews 9:27  

Return of the Lord

The imminent return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is promised in the scriptures.

John 14:3, Acts 1:11, I Thessalonians 4:13-17