Statement of Faith

Statement of Faith on the Trinity

We affirm the doctrine of the Trinity, which is the foundational belief in one God existing in three coequal, coeternal Persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. This doctrine is deeply rooted in the teachings of Scripture and reflects the complexity and unity of the divine nature.

The Bible clearly teaches that there is only one God. Deuteronomy 6:4 declares, “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.” This oneness is the basis of our faith in a single, undivided God. Yet, within this unity, God reveals Himself in three distinct Persons.

God the Father is the Creator of heaven and earth (Genesis 1:1) and is sovereign over all things. God the Son, Jesus Christ, is the eternal Word made flesh (John 1:14), who came to redeem humanity through His death and resurrection (John 3:16). God the Holy Spirit is the active presence of God in the world today, guiding, comforting, and empowering believers (John 14:16-17; Acts 1:8).

The Trinity is evident in the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His followers to baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). Each Person of the Trinity is fully God, yet there is one essence and one God, perfectly united in purpose and will.

This mystery of the Trinity is central to our understanding of God’s nature and our relationship with Him. Through the Father’s love, the Son’s sacrifice, and the Spirit’s power, we experience the fullness of God’s divine work in our lives.

The God who authorized the writing of the Old Testament is the same God, who authorized the New Testament, unveiling Himself to humanity through His ETERNAL son, Jesus Christ.

Statement of Faith on Jesus Christ

We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully divine and fully human, as affirmed by Scripture. Born of the Virgin Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit, He is the fulfillment of the prophecies and the embodiment of God’s promise of salvation. Jesus lived a sinless life, performing miracles and teaching the truths of God’s Kingdom. He was crucified under Pontius Pilate, suffering and dying to atone for the sins of humanity. His sacrificial death was the ultimate expression of God’s love and grace, as foretold in Isaiah 53:5 and confirmed in the New Testament.

On the third day, Jesus rose from the dead, conquering sin and death, and securing eternal life for all who believe in Him (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). His resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith and the guarantee of our future hope. Jesus ascended into heaven, where He reigns with the Father, interceding for us as our High Priest (Hebrews 4:14-16). We await His return in glory to judge the living and the dead, establishing His eternal Kingdom (Acts 1:11; Revelation 22:12).

Jesus Christ is the eternal son of God

Jesus Christ is God in the flesh 

Jesus Christ is the Messiah 

Jesus Christ, is the only way to Heaven – all other  ways lead to HELL!!!

John 14:6

I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” – JESUS John 14:6

Acts 4:12 KJV

Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.

Statement on Human Sinfulness

Romans 3:23-24 states, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God; being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.” This passage emphasizes the universal nature of human sinfulness and the need for divine grace. According to Scripture, every person has sinned and thus falls short of the perfect standard of God’s glory (Romans 3:23). Sin, which entered the world through Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:6), has since marred all humanity, leading to spiritual separation from God (Isaiah 59:2).

Our sinfulness is not merely a matter of individual failure but reflects a profound and pervasive condition of the human heart (Jeremiah 17:9). Despite this, Romans 3:24 reveals the profound truth of the Gospel: we are justified freely by God’s grace. This justification is made possible through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who bore our sins on the cross and provides the only means of reconciliation with God (2 Corinthians 5:21). Thus, our sinfulness underscores the immense need for Christ’s redemptive grace, which offers forgiveness and new life to all who believe.

Romans 10:13-15 King James Version (KJV)For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?

That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved

Romans 5:8 proclaims, “But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” This profound statement underscores the extraordinary nature of God’s love for humanity. It reveals that God’s love is not conditional upon our moral status or our righteousness. Instead, God’s love is demonstrated in its fullest form through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.

Before we had any merit or desire for reconciliation, while we were still estranged from God because of our sin, Christ willingly gave His life. This act of sacrificial love highlights the depth of God’s commitment to redeem us. As stated in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Christ’s death for sinners is the ultimate expression of divine grace and mercy. It signifies that God’s love is proactive and unconditional, reaching out to us even in our brokenness. This sacrificial love calls us to respond in faith and gratitude, recognizing that our salvation is a gift rooted in God’s boundless love.

As a church committed to the principles of Reformed theology, we embrace a rich tradition that emphasizes the sovereignty of God, the authority of Scripture, and the primacy of grace in our salvation.

At the core of Reformed theology lies the belief in the absolute sovereignty of God. We affirm that God is the supreme ruler of the universe, actively involved in every aspect of creation and history. This sovereignty extends to the salvation of humanity, as God’s predestined plan unfolds according to his divine will. Our trust in God’s sovereignty provides us with comfort and assurance, knowing that nothing happens outside of his control.

Furthermore, Reformed theology places a high value on the authority of Scripture. We believe that the Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God, serving as our ultimate guide for faith and practice. Through the Scriptures, God reveals his character, his redemptive plan for humanity, and his will for our lives. As such, we are committed to studying, teaching, and obeying the teachings of Scripture in all areas of our life and ministry.

Central to Reformed theology is the doctrine of grace. We affirm that salvation is entirely the work of God’s grace, not based on our merit or works. Through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God offers forgiveness and reconciliation to all who believe. This grace is freely given, undeserved, and available to all who repent and place their trust in Christ alone for salvation.

Additionally, Reformed theology emphasizes the importance of the church as the community of believers called to worship, fellowship, and mission. We believe in the priesthood of all believers and the necessity of the church’s ministry in proclaiming the gospel, administering the sacraments, and nurturing believers in their faith journey.

In summary, as a church rooted in Reformed theology, we affirm the sovereignty of God, the authority of Scripture, the primacy of grace in salvation, and the vital role of the church in God’s redemptive mission. These foundational truths guide our beliefs, practices, and mission as we seek to glorify God and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ to the world.

Summary: The Gospel

God created us (Genesis 1:27), and we sinned and became separated from God
(Romans 3:23), but through Jesus perfect life, death, and resurrection, we can be
reconciled to God by believing in Jesus and receiving forgiveness of our sins. (John
3:16-17).

The Gospel is the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ, by putting their
faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 10:9).

To grasp the essence of the Gospel, it is essential to comprehend the profound
love, grace, and mercy that God has bestowed upon all individuals who willingly and
freely embrace Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.

In the opening chapters of Genesis, God brought forth the world, and it was filled
with beauty and goodness, after completing His work, God’s most magnificent creation
was humankind.

God enjoyed a unique bond with these creatures made in His image, whom He
held dear as the apple of His eye, they were called Adam and Eve, however, a tragic
event unfolded as this sacred relationship was tainted and severed by the rebellious
actions of Adam and Eve.

They chose to disobey their Creator, resulting in the introduction of sin into the
world, the most devastating consequence of their actions was the inheritance of this
fallen nature of sin by all subsequent generations of humans.

God, being inherently holy, just, and perfect, is compelled to administer punishment
for sin, upon every individual who has transgressed against Him. (Ezekiel 18:20 –
Romans 6:23)
Nevertheless, in His great mercy and love, God made a promise of redemption in
Genesis 3. He proclaimed that in the future, there would come a curse breaker,
someone who would triumph over the power of sin and death.

This promised Savior would bear the weight of our sins and effectively bridge the
gap that separates us from a God of love.

The individual whom God sent was none other than Jesus Christ. He is the
embodiment of perfection, holiness, sinlessness, and blamelessness, being the Son
of God, Messiah, and the sacrificial Lamb of God.

Jesus willingly took on the role of a servant, specifically the suffering servant, living
a life that surpasses what we could ever attain.
He willingly faced the death that we all deserved, serving as our mediator,
removing the burden of sin, and acting as our redeemer. (John 3:16-17, Galatians 4:4-
7 and Isaiah 53:5)

The Good news is that Jesus Christ has not only paid our sin debt in full on the
cross but through His sacrifice, He has redeemed us from the enslavement of sin and
rescued us from the eternal consequences of Hell.

This is truly remarkable and joyful news. (Romans 8:29-33).

The four canonical Gospel
The Gospels are historical ancient texts that are written by Matthew, Mark, Luke,
and John.
These four eyewitnesses provide narratives of Jesus’ life and ministry, sharing
what they personally observed and heard from Jesus during His earthly life prior to His
ascension to Heaven (Acts 1:9-10)
Matthew’s Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament
prophecies and the promised Messiah.

The Gospel of Mark provides a shorter but comprehensive account of Jesus life
and teachings, emphasizing his miracles and role as the suffering servant.
The Gospel of Luke offers a more detailed historical account of Jesus life and
teachings, drawing on eyewitness testimony and other sources.
And the Gospel of John presents a unique perspective on Jesus emphasizing his
divinity and the importance of faith in him as the eternal Son of God