"What I Believe"

The Holy Trinity: Father - Son - Holy Spirit

I believe the God of the Bible is the one and only true God, one in essence,

three in person. Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Isaiah 43:10-11; 1 Peter 1:2

The Authority and Reliability of the Bible

I believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God and is the reliable

authentic standard that equips me for every good work.

2 Timothy 3:16-17

The Glory and Fall of Humanity

I believe all people are created in God's image to know and worship God.

However, all have sinned, fallen short of God's glory, and are in need of a Savior.

Genesis 1:26-27; Romans 3:23-24

Salvation by Grace Alone

I believe a person comes into a right relationship with God by His grace,

through faith in Jesus Christ.

Ephesians 2:8-9

The Church: The Body of Christ

I believe the Church is the Body of Christ called out to accomplish

God's purposes on earth today.

Matthew 16:18; Ephesians 4:11-16

My Identity and Growth in Christ

I believe I am a new person because of my position as a child of God

and I am growing into the likeness of Jesus.

John 1:12; Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 5:17

The Lordship of Christ

I believe, as the Lord of my life, Jesus requires full surrender and devotion.

Luke 9:23-24; Colossians 3:17

The Sovereignty and Providence of God

I believe God is active and personally involved in my daily life.

Psalm 103:19; Matthew 6:25-34; 1 Peter 5:7

Living Out MY Faith in Good Works

I believe I am to demonstrate my faith in Christ through good works that

God has prepared for me.

Ephesians 2:10; James 2:17

Stewardship of God's Blessings

I believe that everything I am and everything I own belongs to God

and I am a steward of God's blessings.

Psalm 24:1; 1 Timothy 6:17-19; 1 Peter 4:10

Eternity and The Final Judgment

I believe in the existence of heaven and hell and that Jesus Christ 

is the righteous judge, who will return to establish His eternal kingdom.

Matthew 25:46; John 14:1-4