At our church, you will hear the word "gospel" repeatedly because it is the most important truth that we can know and experience. The gospel is not merely a message that needs to be shared with non-Christians, but also with Christians. It is not something that mature Christians move on from, but rather something that they move deeper into. The gospel is the lens in which we should view theology, ministry, and all aspects of life.
The Apostle Paul defined the word "gospel" concisely in 1st Corinthians 15 3-5 when he wrote, "Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve." Simply put, the gospel is all about Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, and the implications it has for us.
We Believe - in one God - the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We Believe - that human beings are born with a fallen nature, and that are therefore inclined to evil, and that continually sin.
We Believe - that the atonement through Jesus Christ is for the whole human race and that whosoever repents and believes on the Lord Jesus Christ is justified and regenerated and saved from the dominion of sin.
We Believe - that the Holy Spirit bears witness to the new birth, and also to the entire sanctification of believers.
We Believe - that the Old and New Testament Scriptures, given by plenary inspiration, contain all truth necessary to faith and Christian living.
We Believe - that the finally impenitent are hopelessly and eternally lost.
We Believe - that believers are to be sanctified wholly, subsequent to regeneration, through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
We Believe - that our Lord will return, the dead will be raised, and the final judgement will take place.
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