We believe in unity in essential beliefs and liberty in non-essential beliefs. God of the Bible God is the creator and ruler of the universe, embodying holiness, love, limitless power, wisdom, and goodness. He has eternally existed as three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—co-equal and united as one God. (Psalm 90:2, Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14) Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He is fully God and fully human, lived a sinless life, and offered himself on the cross as the ultimate sacrifice for sin, reconciling humanity to God. He rose from the dead, demonstrating victory over sin and death, ascended to heaven, and intercedes for us at the Father’s right hand until He returns to judge all humanity. (Matthew 1:21,23; Mark 10:45; 1 Peter 2:24; 1 John 5:20) Salvation Salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone. Through His death, Christ provided the perfect sacrifice for sin. We are saved by trusting in Christ and turning from our self-directed lives. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ by faith. (Romans 6:23; John 3:16; Romans 5:8; Titus 3:4-7) Sin We believe all people are born with a sin nature, which separates us from God, leading to spiritual, physical, and eternal death. Sin encompasses thoughts and actions contrary to God’s commandments and nature. (Romans 3:23; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; Colossians 3:5) Heaven and Hell Every soul is created to live forever, either separated from God by sin or united with Him through salvation. Heaven is the eternal kingdom Christ has prepared, while hell is a place of eternal punishment for those who reject the gospel. (Mark 9:43; 1 Thessalonians 1:9; John 14:2-4; Revelation 7:13-17) Authority of the Bible The 66 books of the Old and New Testaments are God’s supreme Word, written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The Bible uniquely and infallibly reveals God’s plan and how to live it out. Our beliefs, practices, and mission are grounded in its teachings. (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 1 John 2:3-7; Psalm 119:105)