A. THE SCRIPTURES

We believe the Bible to be the inspired Word of God, infallible in its original writing. (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:21)

B. THE GODHEAD

We believe in the one everliving, eternal God, infinite in power, holy in nature, attributes, and purpose in His absolute deity. That this one true God has revealed Himself as Father in creation; as Son in redemption; and as the justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the word, received up into glory; (I Timothy 3:16) that the fullness of deity was revealed and manifest in the Lord Jesus Christ; and that Jesus is the Name of God for this dispensation.

C. FALLIBILITY OF MAN

We believe in the fallibility of all mankind. Through the transgression and fall of Adam in the Garden of Eden, all men are declared to be sinners, therefore, in order to be restored to favor with God, all must be born again. (John 3:3-5)

D. SUFFERING OF CHRIST

We believe in the vicarious suffering of Jesus Christ the Son of God, that through His shed blood, an atonement for sin had been made for all mankind. (Isaiah 53:1/2; Matthew 26:28; and Hebrew 9:11-28)

E. THE CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION

We believe that Jesus Christ was rejected by the world, especially His own nation, was tried and suffered under the hands of Pilate, died on the cross by crucifixion, was buried, rose again the third day; His resurrection being confirmed by many definite proofs. He was seen by many witnesses for about forty days after His resurrection, after which He ascended up on high, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God, there to intercede and advocate for all believers. (Hebrews 12:2)

F. GRACE

We believe that our present dispensation is a time of grace, that we are saved by grace through faith, not of works lest any man should boast. (Ephesians 2:4-10)

G. NEW COVENANT

We believe that God took away the first (covenant) that He might establish the second (Hebrew 8: 6-10, 10:9) that under the new covenant in this dispensation none of the statues of the Mosaic Law are binding. "But now we are delivered from the law, that being dead wherein we were held; that we should serve in newness of Spirit, and not in the oldness of the letter: Romans 7:6. "For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone that believeth" (Romans 10:4) "The law and the prophets were until John: since that time the Kingdom of God is preached" (Luke 16:16)

H. THE CHURCH

Jesus said, "Upon this Rock I will build My church." We believe that it is a Spiritual house (church) to offer up Spiritual Sacrifices. (I Peter 2:5). See John 4:23 and Hebrews 13: 15-16.

I. CHURCH MEMBERSHIP

a. Repentance

We believe in and teach repentance and faith toward God as the first step for the sinner, as there is but one true entrance into the great Spiritual Church which is the body of Christ. (Ephesians 1: 22-23) God accepts a sinner only when he repents, therefore Repentance and Remission of sins should be preached in Jesus' Name. (Luke 24: 45-47; Acts 2; 37-38)

b. Baptism

We believe in Water Baptism by immersion, and that it should be administered in the name of Jesus Christ or Lord Jesus Christ as practiced by the Apostles. See Acts 2:38, 8:16, 10:48, I Corinthians 1:13, Colossioans 3:17.

c. Baptism of the Holy Ghost

We believe in and teach the baptism of the Holy Ghost for believers, witnessed by the physical sign of speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. (Acts 2:4, 10:46, 19:6) This procedure is recognized as being the teaching of the Apostles regarding the New Birth and as placing us as members of the New Testament Church. (Acts 2:41, 47; I Corinthians 12:13,18)

J. HOLINESS

Dearly beloved, let us clean ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit perfecting holiness in the fear of God, for God hath not called us unto uncleanliness; but unto holiness. Follow peace with all men and holiness without which no man shall see the Lord. (II Corinthians 7:1; I Thessalonians 4:7; Hebrews 12:14; I Peter 1: 15-16.)

K. DIVINE HEALING

Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement and is a privilege for believers. As the Lord made our bodies, it is not incredible that He should heal them. (Isaiah 53:5; Mark 16: 15-18; James 5:14)

L. SPIRITUAL GIFTS

We believe the nine gifts of the Spirit should be manifested in the church today, and that all Spirit-filled believers should earnestly covet the best gifts for the edification and up-building of the church. (I Corinthians 12:8-11, 14:1)

M. FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT

We believe the Spirit-filled believers will produce the fruit of the Spirit in their lives and their walk will be according to godliness and holy living. (Galatians 5:22-23; I John 2:6; I Peter 1:16; Titus 2: 11-13; II Corinthians 7:1)

N. COMMUNION

Whereas the word Communion expresses Fellowship; we believe in Communion with God through the Spirit as typified in the shadow of the Old Testament and taught by Jesus and the Apostles in the New Testament. In order to have this Fellowship with God we must be partakers of the Flesh and Blood of Jesus through the Spirit, as there is no Spiritual Life outside of Him. We believe that the literal emblems of bread and fruit of the vine used at the Passover were shadows of good things to come, and as they were partakers of these emblems Jesus said, "this is MY BODY, which is broken for you," and This is MY BLOOD which is shed for the remission of sins." (Matthew 26:17-29; Mark 14:12-25; Luke 22: 1-20; I Corinthians 11:23-27) That, since Christ, our Passover, is sacrificed for us (I Corinthians 5:7), the Passover instituted at the time of the exodus of Israel from Egypt (Exodus Chapter 12) is fulfilled in the Kingdom of God. "The Kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Ghost." (Romans 14:17) When we are all baptized into the one body by the Holy Ghost we are made to drink of the one Spirit. (I Corinthians 12:13) So then, the cup of Blessing which we bless is the Communion (fellowship) of the Blood ofChrist and the bread which we break is the Communion (fellowship) of the Body of Christ. (I Corinthians 10:16) For we being many, are one bread, and one body; for we are all partakers of that one bread. (I Corinthians 10:17) Hence, we believe in partaking of the flesh and the blood of the Lord THROUGH THE SPIRIT as referred to by the scripture. (John 6: 48-63) We hold then, that partaking of natural, or literal elements is not essential to our Salvation, and therefore, refrain from partaking thereof; but with due Christian courtesy we respect those who may hold the opposite view.

O. FOOT WASHING

Since Jesus did not wash the disciples' feet in public, in the Temple or Synagogue, and since there is no Scriptural reference to it other than as a common custom, we believe He was giving us an example of Love and Humility. (Luke 22: 24-27; John 13:12-15; I Timothy 5:10) Hence; we do not support the practice of washing feet in public as a church ordinance.

P.SECOND COMING OF CHRIST

We believe in the second personal coming of the Lord as taught by the Scriptures. (Acts 1:11; I Thessalonians 4:16; Hebrews 9:28)

Q. RESURRECTION

We believe in the Resurrection of the dead. (Job 19:26; Isaiah 26:19; Daniel 12:2; Revelation 20:11-15)

R. JUDGEMENT

We believe that all will appear before the judgement seat of Christ to be judged according to the deeds done in the body. (Ecclesiastes 12:14; II Corinthians 5:10; Revelation 20: 11-15)

S. THE SABBATH

We do not hold that our Salvation is contingent upon keeping of certain days, or times. (Romans 14: 5-6; Galatians 5:1; Colossians 2:16)

T. MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE

We believe that divorce and remarriage is unscriptural and forbidden, except where fornication (as defined by the Scripture) is proven to be the cause of separation. (Matthew 19:2-17; I Corinthians 5:1)

U. MORAL STANDARD

We believe in the highest possible standard of moral living, therefore we do not tolerate the Doctrine of Free Love, Spiritual Companionship, Social Purity or any other kindred teachings that might lead to immoral conduct.

V. BELIEVERS SECURITY

We believe that it is possible for those who have been enlightened, and have tasted of the good Word of God to fall from their steadfastness in Christ. (Hebrews 3:12-19; II Peter 3:17) Therefore, the believer is secure from the judgements of God only as he maintains his fellowship with Christ.

W. MEAT AND DRINKS

We believe in total abstinence from all alcoholic drinks. We believe that the eating of meats referred to by Moses under the Law and the drinking of tea or coffee is not obligatory to our Christian experience. However, anyone may refrain from these things at his or her own discretion but must not try to impose such personal opinions upon others.

X. REDEMPTION OF THE BODY

We believe we shall receive our Redeemed Bodies at the Second appearing of our Lord. (Romans 8:22-23; I Corinthians 5: 1-5, 15: 43-55: I thessalonians 4:16-17)

Y. WAR

We believe that war comes from the enemy of mankind and that it is condemned by the Word of God: That if smitten on one cheek, we as Christians should "turn the other also." (Matthew 5;39; Luke 6:29) Thou shalt not kill. (Matthew 5:21) We therefore, desire to be loyal to our Government and above all, loyal to God, and since the Scriptures forbid us to kill, we recommend that our members accept the provision offered then by the Laws of our Government which gives them the privilege to register as a conscientious objector to War in Any Form, or to register as an objector to Combat Duty where the bearing of Arms is required.

Z. FINALLY

We believe in the seven principles of the doctrine of Christ, (Hebrews 6:1-2) with all their connections throughout the New Testament as revealed by the Holy Spirit from time to time.