1. The Holy Scriptures

We believe that the Holy Scriptures consist only of the Old and New Testaments. They are inspired by the Holy Spirit, inerrant in the original manuscripts, the Word of God, authoritative, and the standard for human conduct. The primary revelation of the Holy Spirit is through the Scriptures.
(2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:19–21; John 6:63)
 

2. The Triune God

We believe that there is only one God, eternally existing in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three Persons are of the same essence and equal in divine perfection.
(1 Corinthians 8:6; 1 John 5:7)
 

3. Jesus Christ

We believe that Jesus Christ is the second Person of the Triune God, the Son. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived among mankind on earth and died on the cross for the sins of humanity. After His death, He was buried and rose again from the dead on the third day. He is now seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding for believers. One day He will return to establish His kingdom on earth and judge both the living and the dead.
(Luke 1:26–28; Mark 16:19; 1 Corinthians 15:23–25; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18)
 

4. The Holy Spirit

We believe that the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Triune God and possesses personhood. He came upon the Church at Pentecost. He convicts people of sin, grants new life, dwells within believers, baptizes believers into one body, and sovereignly distributes various spiritual gifts for service in the Church. The Scriptures are inspired by the Holy Spirit, and He fills obedient believers, enabling them to live victorious Christian lives.
(1 Corinthians 12:7–11, 13; John 16:7–8)
 

5. The Fall of Man

We believe that man was created in the image of God, but fell through the temptation of Satan, the deceiver of the world. Sin and death thereby entered the world. Because of Adam’s sin, all humanity is under sin and totally depraved, requiring regeneration by the Holy Spirit in order to be saved.
(Genesis 1:26–3:6; Romans 5:10–19; Ephesians 2:2; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Revelation 20:10)
 

6. Satan

We believe that Satan was originally an angel who later fell through sin, and that demons are angels who rebelled with him. Satan and his evil spirits oppose God, His purposes, and His people. He is a deceiver and tempter who prowls throughout the earth seeking whom he may devour. He seeks by every means to hinder and destroy the plans of God and the people of God. Ultimately, Satan and his fallen angels will be defeated and judged; Satan himself will be cast into the lake of fire and brimstone forever.
(Genesis 3:1–6; Ezekiel 28:1–19; Job 1:6–7; Revelation 20:1–3, 7–8, 10)
 

7. Salvation by Grace

We believe that salvation includes the forgiveness of sins, the imputation of Christ’s righteousness, and the gift of eternal life. Salvation is received by faith alone and not by works. All who receive Christ as Savior and are regenerated by the Holy Spirit have eternal security in Christ and shall inherit the kingdom of God.
(John 3:3–16; John 10:27–29; Acts 16:31; Romans 4:3, 5; Romans 10:9–13; 1 Corinthians 1:30; Ephesians 1:7; Ephesians 2:8–9)
 

8. The Church

We believe that the universal Church was established by Jesus Christ. He is the Head of the Church, and the Church is His Body through which He ministers. All regenerated believers are members of the Body of Christ, manifested through local churches. Every believer has spiritual gifts and functions, and bears responsibility for the growth and maturity of the Body of Christ.
(Ephesians 1:22–23; Ephesians 4:1–16; Galatians 3:28)
 

9. The Ordinances

We believe that the Church observes two ordinances: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. Through baptism, regenerated believers publicly testify that they have been crucified, buried, and raised with Christ, and that they no longer live for themselves but for Christ who lives in them. The Lord’s Supper commemorates the death of the Lord until He comes again; the bread and the cup symbolize His body and His blood.
(Romans 6:3–11; 1 Corinthians 10:16–17; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26)
 

10. The Great Commission

We believe that Christ commanded the Church to go into all the world, preach the Gospel to all nations, baptize those who believe, and teach believers. The Great Commission includes evangelism, church planting, and discipleship, all of which are equally important.
(Matthew 28:18–20; Mark 16:15–16)
 

11. The Second Coming of Christ

We believe that the return of Christ may occur at any moment and will be visibly witnessed by all people. Believers should therefore live godly lives, faithfully laboring in the work of the Lord rather than speculating about the day of His return.
(Acts 1:11; 1 John 4:3; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18)
 

12. The Resurrection of the Dead

We believe that those who are saved will be resurrected unto eternal life and enjoy everlasting blessing in heaven, while those who are not saved will also be resurrected, but unto eternal punishment in hell.
(1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Revelation 20:4, 11–12; Jude 14–15)