BIBLE
Written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit.
It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living.
Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any mixture of error.
2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20, 2 Timothy 1:13, Psalm 119:105.
GOD
God is the Creator of the Universe. He
has eternally existed in 3 personalities: The Father, the Son, and the Holy
Spirit. The 3 are co-equal and are one God. - Genesis 1:26-27; 3:22, Psalm 90:2,
1 Peter 1:2, 2 Corinthians 13:14.
JESUS CHRIST,
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father and
Spirit. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the
perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross.
He arose from the dead after 3 days to demonstrate His power over sin and
death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again someday
to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of lords. - Matthew1:22, Isaiah 9:6,
John 1:1-5, Hebrews 4:14, 1 Corinthians 15:3.
SALVATION
Salvation is a free gift to us but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improving or good works. Only by believing in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness, repenting of our sins, confessing Christ as Lord, and being baptized into His name for the forgiveness of our sins, can anyone be saved from sin's penalty. - Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8, John 14:6, Titus 3:5, Galatians 3:26.
THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son. He is present
in the world to make people aware of their for a Savior. He also
lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides
the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth,
and guidance in doing what is right. He is the giver of every spiritual
gift. As Christians we seek to live under His control daily.
2 Corinthians 3:17, John 16:7, Acts 1:8f, 1 Corinthians 2:12.
THE LOCAL
CHURCH is an assembly of believers gathering together in communion with each other to give visible expression of Jesus Christ's body to their community and to stimulate growth in each other's lives.
