Doctrinal Beliefs

What We Believe Matters
At the heart of our church is a deep commitment to the Word of God. Our doctrinal beliefs guide everything we do—from how we worship to how we live out our faith daily. These 23 points reflect our interpretation of Scripture and our desire to follow Christ faithfully in doctrine and practice.
Below, you’ll find a clear and detailed outline of our core beliefs. Each point is supported by Bible references, allowing you to explore the truths that shape our community.

We believe that love for one another, as Jesus loves us, demonstrates true discipleship, proves our love for God, and affirms our identity as New Testament churches. Love is the foundational command upon which all others are built.
Scriptures: Matthew 22:35–40; John 13:34–35; John 15:12; 1 John 4:7–21; 1 John 5:1–3; Revelation 2:4–5

We believe in the infallible, verbal inspiration of the whole Bible. It is the all-sufficient and final authority in matters of faith and conduct.
Scriptures: Psalm 119:160; 2 Timothy 3:16–17

We believe in one God who exists eternally as three co-equal persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Scripture: Matthew 28:19

We believe the Genesis account of creation as a literal, historical event, revealing God as the Creator of all things.
Scripture: Genesis 1 & 2

We believe Satan is a fallen angel, the enemy of God and humanity, and his ultimate destiny is the lake of fire.
Scriptures: Isaiah 14:12–15; Ezekiel 28:11–19; Matthew 25:41; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Ephesians 6:10–17; Revelation 20:10

We believe Jesus Christ was born of a virgin and lived a sinless life.
Scriptures: Matthew 1:18–20; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:22

We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man.
Scriptures: John 10:30; John 1:1, 14; 2 Corinthians 5:19

We believe the Holy Spirit is the divine Administrator for Jesus Christ in His churches.
Scriptures: Luke 24:49; John 14:16–17; Acts 1:4–5, 8; Acts 2:1–4

We believe miraculous gifts ceased with the completion of Scripture. Faith, hope, and love are the abiding spiritual gifts.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians chapters 12–14

We believe mankind was created in innocence but fell through voluntary transgression, making all people sinners by nature.
Scriptures: Genesis 1:26; Genesis 3:6–24; Romans 5:12, 19

We believe Jesus Christ's suffering and death was substitutionary for all, yet effective only for those who believe.
Scriptures: Isaiah 53:6; Hebrews 2:9; 1 Peter 2:24; 1 Peter 3:18; 2 Peter 3:9; 1 John 2:2

We believe in the bodily resurrection and ascension of Christ, and the future resurrection of believers.
Scriptures: Matthew 28:1–7; Acts 1:9–11; 1 Corinthians 15:42–58; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18

We believe in the premillennial, bodily return of Christ and the resurrection of the righteous and unrighteous.
Scriptures: John 14:1–6; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; 2 Thessalonians 2:8; Revelation 19–21

We believe sinners are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, accompanied by repentance toward God.
Scriptures: Luke 13:3–5; John 3:16–18; Acts 20:21; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8–9; Titus 3:5

We believe all who trust Christ are eternally secure in Him and cannot lose their salvation.
Scriptures: John 3:36; John 5:24; John 10:27–30; Romans 8:35–39; Hebrews 10:39; 1 Peter 1:5

We believe God disciplines His children and rewards obedience.
Scriptures: Matthew 16:27; Matthew 25:14–23; John 1:12; Hebrews 12:5–11; 2 John 8; Revelation 22:12

We believe Jesus founded His church during His earthly ministry. Each church is a local, visible assembly and independent body.
Scriptures: Matthew 4:18–22; Matthew 16:18; Matthew 28:19–20; Mark 1:14–20; John 1:35–51; Ephesians 3:21

We believe in two church ordinances: Baptism (by immersion) and the Lord’s Supper (a memorial restricted to church members).
Scriptures: Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 8:12, 38; Romans 6:4; 1 Corinthians 5:11–13; 1 Corinthians 11

We believe the two church offices are pastors and deacons, whose qualifications are set forth in Scripture.
Scriptures: 1 Timothy; Titus

We believe associations and committees should be under the authority of local churches.
Scripture: Matthew 20:25–28

We believe in freedom of worship without government interference and affirm civil obedience unless it contradicts Scripture.
Scriptures: Romans 13:1–7; 1 Peter 2:13–15

We believe marriage is a union between one man and one woman as defined in Scripture.
Scriptures: Genesis 2:21–24; Matthew 19:4–6; Mark 10:6–9; 1 Corinthians 7:2–4; Ephesians 5:22–31

We believe God creates each person as male or female. Any attempt to alter one’s God-assigned gender is sin.
Scriptures: Genesis 1:27; Genesis 5:2; Matthew 19:4; Mark 10:6; Job 40:8; Jeremiah 13:23