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Concerning the Bible

We believe that the Bible is the verbally inspired Word of God; that it is truth without any mixture of error. By inspiration we mean the books of the Bible were written by holy men of old, as they were moved by the Holy Spirit (II Timothy 3:16-17; II Peter 1:1921). We are fundamental and Bible-believing. We believe the King James Version to be the Bible for English-speaking people today.

Concerning God

We believe there is one and only one living and true God, infinite and intelligent, and all-powerful. He is the maker and supreme ruler of the universe, existing in three persons (Deuteronomy 6: 4;11 Corinthians 13:14).

Concerning the Holy Spirit

We believe that the Holy Spirit is a divine person, equal with God the Father and Son. He guides believers into all truth, and convicts sinners of sin, righteousness, and judgment (Genesis 1:1-3; John 16:8-13; I Corinthians 12:12-14; Romans 8:9,14, 16,26,27).

Concerning Christ

We believe the Lord Jesus Christ to be the eternal Son of God who is our mediator at the Father's right hand. He was virgin-born, lived a sinless life, and rose from the grave according to the Scriptures. He died on the cross and bore our sins, accomplishing our redemption. He ascended bodily after His resurrection. We believe in His personal, premillennial return (John 1:1,2; Romans 3:24-25; Ephesians 1:7; Acts 1:9-11; I Thessalonians 4:13-18).

Concerning the Fall of Man

We believe that man was created in the image of God, but by choice he fell into sin and death; therefore, every person inherits a sinful nature and needs salvation (Genesis 1:26,27; Romans 3:22,23; Ephesians 2;1-12).

Concerning the New Birth

We believe that in order to be saved, sinners must be born again. It is not a process, but is instantaneous. It is wholly of grace, and if any man be in Christ he is a new creature (John 3:3;11 Corinthians 5:17; I John 5:1; Colossians 2:13).

Concerning the Security of Believers

We believe that once saved, the believer is kept eternally by God's power and is secure forever (John 6:37-40; Romans 8:38,39; I Corinthians 1:4-8).

Concerning the Church

We believe that the local church is a congregation of born-again, baptized believers, practicing New Testament principles and doctrine, observing the ordinances, and exercising autonomy. We believe that the bride of Christ is composed of all born-again persons (Ephesians 1:22,23; I Corinthians 12:12-14; Acts 14:27; I Timothy 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-11).

Concerning Heaven and Hell

We believe in the eternal blessedness of the saved in heaven, and the eternal punishment of the lost in hell (John 14:1-6; Revelation 20:15).