Why Beliefs Matter
In a world of endless opinions, we need solid ground to stand on. These beliefs aren’t just abstract ideas; they’re the foundation of who we are as a church. They shape how we worship, how we live, and how we love one another. Most importantly, they point us to Jesus, who is “the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6).
If you’re exploring faith, you don’t need to agree with everything here to belong. We welcome questions, doubts, and honest searching. Come as you are.
If you’re considering leadership or teaching, we ask that you can affirm these core truths without reservation. This ensures we’re unified in what we teach and how we shepherd God’s people.
THE GOSPEL IN BRIEF
God created us for relationship with Him, but sin separated us. We cannot save ourselves through good works or religion.
Yet God, in His love, sent His Son Jesus to live the perfect life we couldn’t live and die the death we deserved.
Jesus rose from the dead, defeating sin and death forever.
Now, everyone who repents and trusts in Jesus receives forgiveness, new life, and eternal hope.
This is the good news that changes everything.
(Romans 3:23-24, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4)
OUR CORE BELIEFS
1. THE BIBLE
We believe the sixty-six books of the Old and New Testaments are God’s inspired, authoritative Word and are inerrant in its original manuscripts, clear in its essential message, and sufficient for all matters of faith and life. Scripture alone is our final authority.
(2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Psalm 119:105)
2. THE TRIUNE GOD
We believe in one God who eternally exists in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each is fully God, yet personally distinct.
(Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14, John 1:1)
3. JESUS CHRIST
We believe Jesus is the eternal Son of God, conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He is fully God and fully man. He lived a sinless life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose bodily from the dead on the third day, conquering sin and death forever.
(John 1:1, 14; Philippians 2:6-8; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 17-20)
4. THE RESURRECTION
We believe Jesus physically rose from the dead, proving His victory over sin and death. His resurrection is the foundation of our hope and the proof of God’s power. Because He lives, we will live also.
(Romans 1:4, 1 Corinthians 15:14-20, 1 Peter 1:3)
5. THE HOLY SPIRIT
We believe the Holy Spirit convicts people of sin and draws them to Christ. He lives in all believers, empowering them to grow in Christlikeness and equipping them with spiritual gifts to serve the church and reach the world.
(John 16:8-11, Romans 8:9-11, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11)
6. HUMANITY AND SIN
We believe God created humanity in His image. Through sin, all people are separated from God and deserve death, both physical and spiritual. Every person inherits a sinful nature and desperately needs a Savior.
(Genesis 1:27, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23)
7. SALVATION BY GRACE ALONE
We believe salvation is a free gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ alone. It cannot be earned by good works or human effort. Eternal life comes through humble repentance and trust in Christ’s finished work on the cross.
(Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16, Acts 4:12)
8. JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY
We believe there is no salvation apart from faith in Jesus Christ. Death seals each person’s eternal destiny. Those who reject Christ will be separated from God forever. Those who trust in Christ will live forever in God’s presence.
(John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Matthew 25:31-46, Revelation 20:11-15)
9. THE RETURN OF CHRIST
We believe Jesus will return personally and visibly to bring history to its fulfillment and establish God’s eternal kingdom.
(Acts 1:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 21:1-5)
10. THE CHURCH
We believe the Church is the worldwide community of all who have been saved by Jesus and born again by the Holy Spirit. In Christ, we are one family, united across all ethnic, cultural, national, generational, and denominational lines.
(Ephesians 2:19-22, Galatians 3:28, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13)
11. SANCTIFICATION
We believe that when someone is born again, God begins a lifelong work of transformation. By the Spirit’s power, believers are made holy and continue growing in Christlikeness until they see Him face to face.
(1 Thessalonians 5:23, Philippians 1:6, 2 Corinthians 3:18)
12. BAPTISM AND COMMUNION
We believe Jesus gave the church two sacred ordinances:
Baptism: A one-time act of obedience symbolizing our union with Christ in His death and resurrection. We practice baptism by immersion and recognize baptisms performed in other Christian churches.
(Matthew 28:19, Romans 6:3-4)
Communion (The Lord’s Supper): A regular practice where we remember Christ’s sacrifice and anticipate His return. All believers are invited to partake.
(1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
13. MARRIAGE AND SEXUALITY
We believe God designed marriage as a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. Sexual intimacy is a gift from God intended for marriage alone.
(Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6, Hebrews 13:4)
We recognize that people hold different convictions on these matters. While we hold to this Biblical view in our teaching and leadership, all people, regardless of background or struggle, are welcome to worship with us and explore faith in Jesus.
QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT WE BELIEVE?
We’d love to hear from you! Christianity is a faith meant to be explored, questioned, and understood. Whether you’re new to exploring faith in Jesus, curious about God, or wrestling with doubts, we’re here to walk with you.
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