Statement of Faith
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, was conceived of the Holy Spirit, and born of the Virgin Mary, was crucified, died, was buried, was resurrected, ascended into heaven, and is now seated at the right hand of God the Father and is true God and true man.
We believe the Bible in its entirety to be the inspired Word of God and the infallible rule of faith and conduct.
We believe in the resurrection of the dead, the eternal joy of the saved and the eternal punishment of the lost.
We believe in personal salvation of the believers through the shed blood of Jesus Christ, His death, burial and resurrection; and that this is the only means of obtaining salvation.
We believe in the Baptism with the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking with other tongues, and it is given to all believers who believe for and ask for it.
We believe in sanctification through the Word of God and by the Holy Spirit, and we believe in personal holiness, purity of heart and life.
We believe in the Blessed Hope – the Rapture of the Church and the inevitable Second return of the Lord Jesus Christ, to extend His Kingdom Rule over the entire earth.
OUR CORE VALUES
Scripture: We strongly value and believe that the Bible is the Word of God that gives life to the world. Through the Bible we discern the voice and actions of God in human history. Through the Bible, we learn who we worship. From the worship of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, we learn how to live as citizens of His Kingdom on earth.
Pentecost: The Holy Spirit has called the FOR A to be a people who live and walk in the Spirit. We believe all the gifts of the Spirit are active today. We believe the Holy Spirit empowers the Body of Christ corporately and individually to fulfill the mission of God on the earth.
Holiness: Holiness is beautiful. God chose us and set us apart for His glory. Our lifestyles reflect the character of the God who called us to Himself. We believe that He calls us to be holy in order to reveal His grace, mercy and love to a broken world.
Christ's Kingdom: We know that Christ rules over all creation. Our call is to manifest the reality of His reign. By serving our communities, embracing diversity and reaching the lost, we embody Christ's Kingdom on earth.
Justice: As a church, we are called to corporately and individually see justice established. We intercede for those who have no voice. We stand with the poor, the weak and the oppressed. We will not be silent in the face of injustice. We will be a place of hope.
Generosity: All of our resources, whether material or spiritual, are gifts from a loving God. We do not live fearfully based on our lack. We live gratefully based on God's provision. We commit ourselves to be obedient as tithers, joyful in giving and generous in heart. As He gave, we give.