In essential beliefs (listed below) we have unity (Ephesians 4:4-6). In non-essential beliefs we have liberty (Romans 14:1, 4, 12, 22). In all our beliefs we show charity (1 Corinthians 13:2). (“grace and love” motivation instead of “law” mentality) 

We believe in the Bible as the verbally inspired Word of God. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian belief and living. Because it is inspired by God, all Scripture is authoritative and without error in any category of knowledge, including science and history. We believe the Bible is to be interpreted in a literal and normal way — this means to consider history, grammar, context, and harmony with other Scriptures as guidelines for interpretation. We believe that the Holy Spirit guides the believer to understand the Bible. (Matthew 5:18; John 10:35; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Revelation 22:18-19) 

We believe God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe, existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God, eternal in being, identical in essence, equal in power and glory having the same attributes and perfection. (Deuteronomy 6:4; 2 Corinthians 13:14) 

We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God and became man, without ceasing to be God, having been conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived a sinless human life, and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He physically arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin, Satan, and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again some day to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (John 1:1, 14, 18; Luke 1:35; Romans 3:24-26, 4:25) 

We believe the Holy Spirit is present and alive in the world today making men aware of their sin and need for a relationship with Jesus Christ. He also lives “in” every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides Christians with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He is the source of all spiritual gifts and apportions them to every believer to do His ministry. As Christians, we are to live under His control daily. (John 3:8, 14:16; 15:26-27, 16:7-15; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; Ephesians 4:30, 5:18) 

We believe that man was created in the image and likeness of God, but that in Adam’s sin the human race fell, inherited a sinful nature, became alienated from God, and is totally unable without God’s grace to regain its former position. (Genesis 1:26, 3:1-24; Romans 3:23, 5:12; Ephesians 2:12) 

We believe that salvation is a gift of God in grace and is received by man through personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, whose precious blood was shed for the forgiveness of our sins. We believe that we can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works — only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. (John 1:12, 3:1-17, 14:6; Ephesians 1:7, 2:8; Romans 5:1, 6:23, 10:9-10) 

We believe that all those who have genuinely put their trust in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord have become new creations (born again) in Christ and are kept eternally secure by the power of the Holy Spirit and the intercession of Jesus Christ. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. (John 10:27-30; Romans 8:1, 29-30, 38-39; Ephesians 4:30; Hebrews 7:25; 1 Peter 1:5) 

We believe that the Church is the “universal bride” and body of Christ — composed of all “born again” believers in Christ regardless of denominational affiliation or church membership. The local church is God’s primary means of leading people to Christ and presenting each believer mature in Christ. (1 Corinthians 12:4-27; Ephesians 1:22, 5:23-30; Matthew 16:18-19, 28:18-20; Acts 2:37-47) 

We believe in the bodily resurrection of all persons. Believers are to be resurrected to enjoy eternal life with God (Heaven) and unbelievers to experience judgment and eternal suffering apart from God (Hell). We believe Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. (John 2:25, 5:28-29; 1 Corinthians 15:52; 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Revelation 20:4-6, 15, 21:1-8)