Article I
The Authority and Inspiration of Scripture
We believe the Holy Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the inspired, authoritative, and trustworthy Word of God.
Scripture reveals the nature and character of God, His redemptive purpose for humanity, and the principles by which His people are called to live.
We affirm that Scripture is our supreme written authority in matters of faith, doctrine, Christian conduct, spiritual discernment, and ministry practice.
All teachings, revelations, prophetic expressions, and spiritual experiences must be examined and measured according to the written Word of God.
Scriptural Foundations: 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Psalm 119:105; Hebrews 4:12; Isaiah 40:8.
Article II
The One True God
We believe in one eternal, sovereign, holy, and living God, the Creator and Sustainer of all things.
God is revealed in Scripture as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—three distinct Persons, eternally united in one divine Being.
We affirm God's absolute sovereignty, infinite wisdom, perfect love, righteousness, justice, faithfulness, and holiness.
He alone is worthy of worship, obedience, honor, and glory.
Scriptural Foundations: Deuteronomy 6:4; Genesis 1:1; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Ephesians 4:4–6; Revelation 4:11.
Article III
Jesus Christ: Savior, Lord, and King
We believe Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, the Word made flesh, fully divine and fully human.
We affirm His virgin birth, sinless life, miraculous ministry, sacrificial death upon the cross, bodily resurrection on the third day, ascension into Heaven, and present ministry as our High Priest and Mediator.
Through His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ accomplished the work of redemption, making salvation and reconciliation with God available to all who believe.
We affirm that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church, the King of kings and Lord of lords, and that all authority in Heaven and on earth belongs to Him.
There is salvation in no other name.
Scriptural Foundations: John 1:1–14; Luke 1:34–35; Colossians 1:15–20; Acts 4:12; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Hebrews 4:14–16; Matthew 28:18; Philippians 2:9–11.
Article IV
The Person and Ministry of the Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit is fully God, the third Person of the Trinity, actively working in the world and in the lives of believers.
The Holy Spirit convicts humanity of sin, brings about regeneration, dwells within believers, sanctifies, teaches, comforts, guides, and empowers the Church.
We believe in the ongoing work, filling, and empowerment of the Holy Spirit for holy living, effective witness, spiritual discernment, and ministry.
We affirm that the gifts of the Holy Spirit remain available to the Church and are to operate according to biblical instruction, spiritual maturity, love, and divine order.
The evidence of a Spirit-governed life includes transformed character, obedience to Christ, and the fruit of the Spirit.
Scriptural Foundations: John 14:16–17, 26; John 16:7–13; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:1–4; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Galatians 5:22–25.
Article V
Humanity, Sin, and Redemption
We believe humanity was created in the image and likeness of God, possessing inherent dignity, value, and purpose.
God created humanity for relationship with Him and entrusted human beings with responsibility to steward His creation.
Through sin and disobedience, humanity became separated from God and subject to spiritual death.
We believe all humanity needs redemption and that restoration to God is possible only through the saving work of Jesus Christ.
Through Christ, believers are reconciled to the Father, receive new spiritual life, and are called to live according to their renewed identity.
Scriptural Foundations: Genesis 1:26–28; Genesis 3:1–24; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12; Romans 5:18–19; 2 Corinthians 5:17–21.
Article VI
Salvation by Grace Through Faith
We believe salvation is the gift of God, received by grace through faith in Jesus Christ and not earned through human works, religious performance, or personal merit.
Salvation involves repentance from sin, faith in the finished work of Christ, regeneration by the Holy Spirit, and reconciliation with God.
We affirm that those who receive Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord are called to follow Him through ongoing discipleship, obedience, and spiritual transformation.
Good works are not the means by which salvation is purchased, but the fruit of a life transformed by God's grace.
Scriptural Foundations: John 3:3–17; Romans 10:9–13; Ephesians 2:8–10; Titus 3:5–7; Acts 3:19; 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Article VII
The Kingdom of God and Divine Government
We believe the Kingdom of God is the sovereign reign and rule of God, revealed through Jesus Christ and made manifest through the work of the Holy Spirit.
The Kingdom calls believers beyond religious observance into a life of submission to the authority, principles, righteousness, and purposes of the King.
We affirm that God's Kingdom carries a distinct culture expressed through righteousness, peace, joy, holiness, truth, justice, love, and obedience.
We believe Christians are called to seek first the Kingdom of God, represent Christ faithfully, and bring their decisions, relationships, responsibilities, and assignments into alignment with His Word.
Kingdom authority is exercised under the Lordship of Jesus Christ and must reflect His righteousness, humility, love, and servant leadership.
We affirm that the Church is called to bear witness to God's Kingdom in every sphere of society without confusing spiritual authority with domination or coercive control.
Scriptural Foundations: Matthew 6:10, 33; Matthew 4:17; Luke 4:43; Romans 14:17; Colossians 1:12–13; Revelation 11:15.
Article VIII
The Church, the Ekklesia, and Apostolic Community
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, consisting of all who have been redeemed through faith in Jesus Christ.
Christ alone is the Head of His Church.
We affirm that the Church is called to worship God, teach His Word, nurture believers, cultivate spiritual maturity, demonstrate His love, and fulfill the Great Commission.
We believe authentic Christian community is established through covenantal commitment, biblical fellowship, mutual accountability, prayer, discipleship, and service.
We recognize the Ekklesia as a people called by God to represent His Kingdom, proclaim His truth, and participate in His redemptive mission.
We believe healthy apostolic communities should equip, strengthen, commission, and send believers while maintaining biblical integrity, responsible leadership, and Christ-centered accountability.
Scriptural Foundations: Matthew 16:18–19; Acts 2:42–47; Ephesians 1:22–23; Ephesians 2:19–22; 1 Corinthians 12:12–27; Hebrews 10:24–25.
Article IX
The Fivefold Ministry and Spiritual Leadership
We believe Jesus Christ gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to equip believers for the work of ministry and to build up the Body of Christ.
We affirm the continuing importance of these ministry functions for developing mature disciples, strengthening the Church, establishing sound doctrine, advancing evangelism, and equipping believers for their assignments.
We recognize apostolic and prophetic ministry as important expressions of Christ's equipping work within His Church.
All ministry leadership must remain submitted to Jesus Christ, accountable to Scripture, and exercised with humility, integrity, love, and servant-hearted responsibility.
We reject manipulation, spiritual abuse, self-exaltation, and the misuse of spiritual authority.
The purpose of ministry leadership is not to create dependency upon individuals, but to develop believers who are established in Christ and equipped to fulfill God's purposes.
Scriptural Foundations: Ephesians 4:11–16; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Acts 13:1–3; 1 Peter 5:2–4; Mark 10:42–45.
Article X
Prophetic Ministry, Revelation, and Spiritual Gifts
We believe the Holy Spirit continues to distribute spiritual gifts for the edification, encouragement, strengthening, and service of the Body of Christ.
We affirm the biblical operation of prophecy, discernment, words of wisdom, words of knowledge, gifts of healing, miracles, tongues, interpretation, and other spiritual gifts described in Scripture.
We believe genuine prophetic ministry reveals and honors Jesus Christ, agrees with Scripture, and operates with humility, accountability, and spiritual discernment.
Prophetic expressions must be tested and evaluated. No personal revelation, spiritual experience, or prophetic declaration may supersede the authority of Scripture.
We affirm that spiritual gifts are given for service and that love, holiness, maturity, and obedience are indispensable to their responsible operation.
Scriptural Foundations: 1 Corinthians 12:7–11; 1 Corinthians 13:1–13; 1 Corinthians 14:1–5, 29–33; 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21; 1 John 4:1; Revelation 19:10.
Article XI
Prayer, Spiritual Warfare, Healing, and Deliverance
We believe prayer and intercession are essential expressions of fellowship with God and participation in His purposes.
We affirm the biblical responsibility of believers to remain spiritually watchful, resist the works of darkness, and stand firmly in the victory of Jesus Christ.
Spiritual warfare is exercised through faith, truth, righteousness, prayer, the Word of God, and the power of the Holy Spirit.
We believe God is able to heal, restore, and deliver, and we affirm the continuing ministry of prayer for those who are afflicted, oppressed, or in need.
We recognize that all ministry of healing and deliverance must be conducted with compassion, discernment, biblical integrity, and care for the dignity and well-being of individuals.
Our confidence rests in the finished work and sovereign authority of Jesus Christ.
Scriptural Foundations: Ephesians 6:10–18; 2 Corinthians 10:3–5; James 4:7; James 5:14–16; Luke 4:18; Acts 10:38; 1 John 4:4.
Article XII
Holiness, Sanctification, and Christian Transformation
We believe every believer is called to a life of holiness, spiritual maturity, and continual transformation into the likeness of Jesus Christ.
Sanctification is the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit through which believers are set apart for God and progressively conformed to His character.
We affirm the importance of integrity, purity, humility, forgiveness, righteous conduct, love, self-control, and obedience to the Word of God.
We believe transformation must extend beyond outward religious expression to the renewal of the mind, restoration of the inner life, and alignment of thoughts, desires, decisions, and actions with divine truth.
We are called to reflect the character of Christ in both private and public life.
Scriptural Foundations: Romans 12:1–2; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Galatians 5:16–25; 1 Peter 1:15–16; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 12:14.
Article XIII
Biblical Ordinances and Sacred Worship
We believe the Lord Jesus Christ established sacred ordinances for His Church, including water baptism and the Lord's Supper.
We affirm water baptism as a public testimony of faith in Jesus Christ, identifying the believer with His death, burial, and resurrection.
We observe the Lord's Supper in remembrance of Christ's sacrificial death, proclaiming His redemptive work and anticipating His return.
We believe worship is a sacred response to God's worthiness and must be offered in spirit and truth.
True worship is expressed not only through corporate gatherings, prayer, and praise, but also through a lifestyle of reverence, obedience, and devotion to God.
Scriptural Foundations: Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 6:3–4; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26; John 4:23–24; Acts 2:38–42; Romans 12:1.
Article XIV
Kingdom Stewardship, Righteousness, and Societal Transformation
We believe believers are called to exercise faithful stewardship over the resources, gifts, opportunities, and responsibilities entrusted to them by God.
We affirm that Kingdom living extends into family, education, government, business, economics, media, arts, culture, and community life.
Christians are called to serve as witnesses of righteousness, justice, mercy, truth, compassion, and ethical responsibility in society.
We believe spiritual influence must be demonstrated through Christlike character, excellence, service, and a commitment to the well-being of others.
We affirm generosity, faithful stewardship, responsible leadership, and compassionate service as expressions of Kingdom citizenship.
Our responsibility is to represent the Kingdom faithfully, serving our communities and contributing to their flourishing while honoring the dignity and freedom of others.
Scriptural Foundations: Matthew 5:13–16; Matthew 25:14–30; Micah 6:8; Jeremiah 29:7; Colossians 3:17, 23–24; 2 Corinthians 9:6–8.
Article XV
Discipleship, Education, and Global Mission
We believe the Church has been commissioned by Jesus Christ to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them to observe His commandments.
We affirm that Christian discipleship includes biblical instruction, prayer, mentorship, character formation, spiritual development, and practical obedience to the Word of God.
We believe believers must be equipped not only to receive sound doctrine, but also to apply biblical truth within their personal lives and God-given assignments.
We affirm the importance of global missions, evangelism, humanitarian outreach, leadership development, education, and community transformation.
We are committed to carrying the message, compassion, and transforming power of Jesus Christ across generations, cultures, communities, and nations.
Scriptural Foundations: Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 2:2; Ephesians 4:12–13; James 1:22–27; Isaiah 61:1–3.
Article XVI
The Return of Jesus Christ and Eternal Hope
We believe in the personal, visible, and glorious return of Jesus Christ.
We affirm the resurrection of the dead, the final judgment, and the eternal fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.
We believe eternal life is promised to those who belong to Jesus Christ and that Scripture teaches the reality of final judgment.
We anticipate the consummation of God's Kingdom, when Christ's victory will be fully revealed and God will establish the new heaven and new earth.
This eternal hope calls believers to remain faithful, spiritually prepared, diligent in service, and steadfast in proclaiming the Gospel.
Scriptural Foundations: John 14:1–3; Acts 1:9–11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; 1 Corinthians 15:20–26; Revelation 20:11–15; Revelation 21:1–5; Titus 2:11–13.
