Doctrine

A brief outline of our doctrine;

Doctrinal Statement 

1. We accept the Bible as being inspired by God, and the foundation on which we take our guidance for living.
2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21 

2. We believe in one true God who exists as Father, Son and Holy Spirit; all equally God, but all fulfil different roles within the trinity.
Matthew 28:18-19; Mark12:29

3. We believe that Jesus was fully God and man at the same time.
John 1:14

4. We believe that all people are sinners before God by birth and practice.
Romans 3:9-23 

5. We believe that Jesus came to die in our place, taking the punishment for our sins, and that through faith in Jesus Christ, and only Jesus Christ, we can be forgiven and reconciled back to God.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; 1 Peter 3:16 

6. We believe that God the Holy Spirit comes and indwells every Christian, helping them to follow Jesus.
1 Corinthians 12:13; John 14:16-17; 2 Corinthians 3:18

7. We believe that Satan/demons work in opposition to Jesus Christ and His plans, and that they, and all who do not follow Jesus Christ, will end up separated from God for eternity.
Revelations 20:7-15

8. We believe that all people will stand before Jesus and be judged.
Hebrews 9:27

9. We believe that Jesus will return:
In the clouds to call His church to heaven – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
To the earth, and rule for all eternity – Revelations 21

One day every person will bow and acknowledge Jesus as Lord
Philippians 2:9-11

10. We believe there are only two practices/rituals that are part of the life of the church:
Water Baptism by immersion – Matthew 23:19; Acts 2:38;
Communion/Lords Supper – Luke 22:17-20; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34. Acts 2:42


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