The Authority of Scripture
Matthew 24:35We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible and living Word of God—our authority for teaching, correction, training in righteousness and equipping the saints.
Our doctrine
Doctrine & beliefs
Christ-centered. Spirit-empowered. Rooted in the Word of God.
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.”
Psalm 127:1What we believe
Our core beliefs.
We are a Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered, Word-rooted movement devoted to building disciples who reflect the nature, power and mission of Jesus. Our foundation is God’s eternal truth.
The Nature of God
Psalm 145:8We believe in one true and living God, eternally revealed as Father, Son and Holy Spirit: holy, just, merciful and full of truth.
The Lordship of Jesus Christ
Colossians 1:27Jesus is the eternal Son of God, fully divine and fully human. He lived without sin, died for us, rose victorious and reigns with all authority. He alone is the way to the Father.
Salvation by Grace through Faith
Ephesians 2:8Salvation is God’s gift, received through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. We are justified by grace, transformed by His Spirit and called to righteousness.
The Person and Power of the Holy Spirit
Zechariah 4:6The Spirit regenerates, sanctifies, empowers and fills believers for holy living and ministry. We embrace His gifts and power for effective witness.
The Call to Make Disciples
Matthew 28:19Discipleship is Christ’s mandate. We raise faithful, Spirit-filled followers of Jesus who reflect His life and make disciples of others.
The Church — Christ’s Body and Bride
Ephesians 3:21The Church is called to holiness, unity, love and Kingdom authority. Every believer is part of Christ’s Body and equipped to serve.
The Kingdom of God
Matthew 6:33We live as Kingdom ambassadors, carrying Christ’s justice, healing and truth into every sphere of influence.
Holiness, Identity and Transformation
1 Peter 1:16We are called to live set apart, walking in purity, obedience, humility and love as the Holy Spirit shapes us into Christ’s image.
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