Article I
The Holy Scriptures
We believe the Bible ~ both Old and New Testaments ~ is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is the complete and final revelation of God's will for humanity, sufficient for all matters of faith, doctrine, and godly living. Scripture alone is our supreme authority.
"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness." ~ 2 Timothy 3:16
Article II
The Holy Trinity
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three fully equal and co-eternal persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. Each person is fully God, distinct in person yet one in essence, nature, and purpose. The Godhead is the foundation of all creation and redemption.
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." ~ Matthew 28:19
Article III
The Lord Jesus Christ
We believe in the full deity and true humanity of Jesus Christ. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins, rose bodily from the dead, ascended to the right hand of the Father, and will return in glory. He is the only Saviour and Lord of all.
"For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily." ~ Colossians 2:9
Article IV
Salvation by Grace Through Faith
We believe that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Salvation is the gift of God; received by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. No human effort, works, or merit can secure eternal life. Repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ are the conditions of salvation.
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." ~ Ephesians 2:8
Article V
The Believer's Identity in Christ
We believe that every born again believer is united with Christ; in His death, resurrection, and ascension. The believer is a new creation, indwelt by the Holy Spirit, and seated with Christ in heavenly places. Our identity is not found in the flesh but in Christ. We are sons of God, priests before the Father, and ambassadors of His Kingdom.
"It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me." ~ Galatians 2:20
Article VI
The Holy Spirit
We believe in the person and present-day ministry of the Holy Spirit. He convicts the world of sin, regenerates the believer at new birth, indwells every believer permanently, empowers for godly living and service, and distributes spiritual gifts for the building up of the body of Christ. We believe in the full, present-day ministry of the Spirit in all His fullness ~ including the gifts of the Spirit as described in 1 Corinthians 12.
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you." ~ Acts 1:8
Article VII
The Church | Body of Christ
We believe in the universal Church; the body of Christ, comprising all true believers across every nation, tribe, and tongue. The local expression of the Church exists to worship God, teach the Word, disciple believers, and demonstrate the Kingdom of God on the earth. We are not a denomination but a community of believers united by Christ Himself.
"And he is the head of the body, the church." ~ Colossians 1:18
Article VIII
The Kingdom of God
We believe the Kingdom of God is both a present reality and a future consummation. Jesus declared that the Kingdom is at hand. Believers are called to live as Kingdom citizens now ~ demonstrating the righteousness, peace, and joy of the Kingdom through the power of the Holy Spirit, in every sphere of influence. The Kingdom is not limited to the church building; it is wherever the King reigns.
"For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit." ~ Romans 14:17
Article IX
The Priesthood of Every Believer
We believe that every born again believer is a priest and son or daughter of God. There is no spiritual hierarchy between clergy and laity in the body of Christ. Every member is called, gifted, and sent to minister. We are all ministers of reconciliation and co-workers with Christ in His redemptive purposes. The fivefold ministry serves to equip the saints, not replace them.
"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession." ~ 1 Peter 2:9
Article X
Resurrection and the Return of Christ
We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ and in the resurrection of all the dead; the saved to eternal life in the presence of God, and the unsaved to eternal separation from God. We believe in the personal, visible, and glorious return of the Lord Jesus Christ in power and great glory, as He promised and as the Scriptures declare.
"Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live." ~ John 11:25
Article XI
Marriage and Family
We believe that marriage is a sacred covenant established by God between one man and one woman, reflecting the covenant relationship between Christ and His Church. The family is the foundational unit of society and the primary place of discipleship. We are committed to building strong, Christ centred marriages and families through sound biblical teaching, counselling, and community ~ and to the restoration of homes that have been broken.
"Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." ~ Genesis 2:24