I. We Love the Triune God
1. The Trinity
We believe that there is one and only one living and true God. He is perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, justice, goodness, and love, and is worthy of all worship, trust, and obedience. God eternally exists in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are equal in power and glory, sharing the same divine nature while remaining distinct in person, relationship, and function. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit dwell in perfect unity and harmony.
Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5–6; Matthew 3:16–17; Matthew 28:19; John 1:1–3; John 10:30; John 14:11, 16–17; John 17:21-22; 1 Corinthians 8:5-6; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Ephesians 4:4–6; Colossians 1:15–17; Hebrews 1:1–3; Revelation 1:4–6
2. The Father
We believe in God the Father Almighty as the Creator of heaven and earth. He sovereignly rules over all things according to His perfect will and purpose. In love and mercy, He sent His Son for our salvation and adopts into His family all who trust in Christ. He faithfully cares for and disciplines His children, working all things for His glory and their good.
Genesis 1:1; Deuteronomy 8:5; Psalm 103:13; Isaiah 64:8; Matthew 6:9–13; 7:11; John 3:16; 5:17; Romans 8:14–17; 8:28–30; Ephesians 1:3–6; James 1:17; Hebrews 12:6, 10
3. Jesus Christ
We believe in Jesus Christ as the eternal Son of God who, in humility, became fully human while remaining fully divine. Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary, He lived a sinless life, perfectly obeyed the Father, and revealed God to humanity. Through His death on the cross, in willing obedience to the Father, He atoned for sin, bearing God’s judgment in the place of sinners. He was bodily raised from the dead, ascended to the Father’s right hand, and now reigns as Lord and intercedes for His people. He will come again to reign in power and glory.
Isaiah 7:14; 53:4–6; Matthew 1:18–23; John 1:1–14; 6:38; 8:58; 10:18, 30; Romans 3:24–26; 5:6–11; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5–11; Colossians 1:15–20; Hebrews 4:15; 7:25; 1 Peter 2:24; Revelation 19:11–16
4. The Holy Spirit
We believe in the Holy Spirit as fully God and the third person of the Trinity. He convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. He regenerates those whom God has chosen, gives them the faith to believe in Christ, indwells every believer, and empowers them to live a godly life. The Spirit illuminates Scripture, produces spiritual fruit in believers, and equips the church with gifts for ministry and service.
John 14:16–17; 16:7–14; Acts 1:8; 5:3–4; Romans 8:9–16; 1 Corinthians 2:10–13; 12:4–11; Galatians 5:22–25; Ephesians 1:13–14; 2:5-8; 4:30; Titus 3:5
II. We Trust the Scripture
5. The Word of God
We believe that the Bible, consisting of the 39 books of Old Testament and the 27 books of the New Testament, is the inerrant Word of God, written by human authors under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. It is completely truthful, trustworthy, and sufficient in all it teaches, and is the final authority for faith and life. Through Scripture, God reveals Himself, His will, and His saving purposes.
Psalm 19:7–11; 119:105; Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 5:17–18; John 17:17; Acts 17:11; 2 Timothy 3:16–17; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 1:20–21
III. We See Our Goodness & Fallenness
6. Creation
We believe that God created the heavens and the earth (and all that is in them) out of nothing by His powerful word. Creation was originally good and displays the glory and wisdom of God. Humanity is called to steward and care for the created world under God’s authority.
Genesis 1–2; Psalm 8:3–8; Psalm 19:1; Psalm 104:24; Isaiah 45:12; John 1:3; Colossians 1:16–17; Hebrews 11:3; Revelation 4:11
7. Humanity (Image of God)
We believe that human beings are uniquely created in the image of God as male and female. Every person possesses inherent dignity and value. Humanity was created to know, love, worship, trust, and obey God and to reflect His character in the world.
Genesis 1:26–28; 2:7; Psalm 8:4–6; Ecclesiastes 7:29; Matthew 22:37–39; Acts 17:24–28; James 3:9
8. The Fall & Sin
We believe that through the disobedience of Adam and Eve, sin entered the world, bringing corruption to all creation and spiritual death to all humanity. Every person is now born with a sinful nature and stands guilty before God. Sin separates humanity from God and leads to judgment apart from His saving grace.
Genesis 3:1–19; Psalm 51:5; Jeremiah 17:9; Romans 3:9–23; 5:12–19; 6:23; 8:22; Ephesians 2:1–3; James 1:14–15
IV. We Treasure the Gospel
9. The Gospel
We believe that the gospel is the good news that God saves sinners through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. When Jesus Christ came He ushered in the Kingdom of God.
Isaiah 52:7; Mark 1:14–15; John 3:16–18; Acts 2:22–39; Romans 1:16–17; 1 Corinthians 15:1–4; Galatians 1:6–9
10. Salvation
We believe that salvation is entirely the work of God’s grace. Those who repent of their sins and trust in Jesus Christ are forgiven, justified, reconciled with God, adopted into God’s family, and given new life through the Holy Spirit. Believers are made more like Jesus throughout their lives and will be perfected at Christ’s return.
John 1:12–13; 3:3–6; Romans 5:1; 8:29–30; 2 Corinthians 5:18–21; Ephesians 2:8–10; Philippians 1:6; Titus 3:4–7; Hebrews 10:14; 1 Peter 1:3–5
11. About Other Spiritualities
We believe that Jesus Christ is the only Savior and the only way to reconciliation with God. While people of many religions sincerely seek spiritual truth, salvation is found only through faith in Christ.
John 14:6; Acts 4:12; 1 Timothy 2:5–6; Colossians 2:8–10; 1 John 5:11–12
V. We Are the Church Together
12. The Church
We believe that the Church is the body of Christ composed of all believers in every place and time. A local church is a community of believers committed to corporate worship, teaching, fellowship, prayer, mutual care, accountability, and mission. Christ is the head of the church, and believers are called to live in unity.
Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:42–47; 1 Corinthians 12:12–27; Ephesians 2:19–22; 4:11–16; Hebrews 10:24–25; 1 Peter 2:9–10
13. Baptism
We believe that baptism symbolizes union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. While not an act that confers or is required for salvation, it is done in obedience to Christ, serving as a public testimony of faith. Our church baptizes believers through immersion in water.
Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 2:38–41; 8:36–39; Romans 6:3–4; Colossians 2:12; Titus 3:5
14. The Lord’s Supper
We believe that the Lord’s Supper is a symbolic meal instituted by Jesus Christ to remember His sacrificial death and to proclaim it until He returns. Our church invites all believers to participate with reverence, self-examination, and gratitude.
Matthew 26:26–29; Luke 22:19–20; Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 10:16–17; 11:23–29
15. Mission
We believe that God’s mission is to reconcile the world to Himself and that He has called the Church to partner with Him in that mission by proclaiming the gospel and making disciples of all nations. Our church encourages believers to do this through prayer, generosity, witness, and service.
Matthew 28:18–20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:46–49; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:14–15; Revelation 7:9–10
VI. We Live the Christian Life
16. Christian Living
We believe that believers, both individually and together as a community, are called to live lives of holiness, love, humility, and obedience to Christ. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are to reflect Christ’s character in every aspect of life.
Micah 6:8; Matthew 5–7; Romans 12:1–2; Galatians 5:22–23; Colossians 3:12–17; 1 Peter 1:15–16
17. Christian Freedom
We believe that Christians are freed from condemnation and the bondage of sin through Christ. This freedom is not for self-indulgence but for joyful obedience and service to God and others.
John 8:31–36; Romans 6:6–14; 14; 1 Corinthians 8:12-13; Galatians 5:1,13–14; 1 Peter 2:16
18. Religious Liberty (Church & State)
We believe that Jesus and His Kingdom is the individual Christian’s and the Church’s highest allegiance, calling, and hope. The church and civil government have distinct roles under God, and the state should not coerce religious belief or control the church.
Matthew 6:33; 22:21; Acts 5:29; Romans 13:1–7; 1 Timothy 2:1–2
VII. We Long for the Day
19. Resurrection
We believe that Jesus Christ rose bodily from the dead and that all people will one day be raised to stand and face God’s judgment.
John 5:28–29; John 11:25–26; 1 Corinthians 15:20–26; 2 Corinthians 5:10; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18
20. Heaven & Hell
We believe that those who trust in Christ will dwell forever in the presence of God in heaven, while those who reject Him will face eternal separation from God in hell.
Matthew 25:31–46; Luke 16:19–31; John 14:1–3; 2 Thessalonians 1:7–9; Revelation 20:11–15
21. The Renewal of All Things
We believe that when Christ returns, God will fully renew creation, defeat evil, and establish His eternal kingdom. The redeemed will dwell with God in the new heavens and the new earth.
Isaiah 65:17; Romans 8:18–23; 2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 21:1–5; 22:1–5
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*Written & proposed, August 2026. Will be voted on by members in 2027.