Our core beliefs align closely with the renowned Apostles' Creed, reflecting our strong endorsement.
Apostles' Creed (adapted):
- We affirm God, the Father Almighty, as the Creator of the universe.
(Genesis 1:1)
- We believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord—the Word made flesh.
(John 1:1-2 & 14; Matthew 16:15-17)
- Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary.
(Luke 1:30-35)
- He endured suffering under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, and died, being buried.
(John 18:28-40; John 19:1-6, 18; John 19:38-20:9; Romans 6:4)
- He descended to the realm of the departed and, on the third day, rose again.
(Revelation 1:18; Acts 2:31-32)
- He ascended to heaven, seated at the right hand of the Father, where we are united with Him.
(Acts 1:9-12; Acts 2:33; Ephesians 2:5-6)
- He shall return to judge the living and the deceased.
(1 Peter 4:5; 2 Timothy 4:1)
- We embrace the Holy Spirit—the "Comforter" sent by God to guide us into Truth, unveiling the depths of God's and Jesus Christ's wisdom.
(John 14:16, 26; John 15:26; John 16:13-14; 1 Corinthians 2:10)
- We uphold the Church (the Body of Christ), with Christ as its Head.
(Colossians 1:15-20)
- We affirm the fellowship of saints, forgiveness of sins, resurrection of the body, and eternal life.
(Ephesians 1:7; John 6:54; John 3:16)
Furthermore:
"We firmly hold that the Bible is a genuine Book, penned under the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit. It narrates the remarkable tale of God's interactions with humanity. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21)
We also embrace the concept that God's story can be categorized into three main periods (dispensations):
The First Era (dispensation) focuses on God's creation and His instructions to us.
At the outset, the Almighty Father, God, brought the heavens, the earth, and all its inhabitants into being, as chronicled in Genesis 1:1-25.
Following this, He crafted humanity in His own image and likeness and bestowed upon them a profound mission:
Genesis 1:28 states, 'And God blessed them. And God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth."'
We firmly believe that God has remained unwavering in His intention and purpose for humanity.
This initial era took a tragic turn due to humanity's transgression, documented in Genesis 3, leading to their expulsion from the Garden of Eden."
The Second Era (dispensation) – the era of the Law – focuses on God's pledge and covenant to restore us to His original creative intent.
The inception of this era is found in Genesis 3, where God declared that the Seed of the woman would overcome the serpent.
This captivating era leads us through a journey that encompasses the calling of Abraham, the Covenant established with him, and the solemn Oath taken.
Within this era, the nation of Israel is established, with the promise that the Savior, Jesus Christ, would be born among them.
This era witnesses the Tabernacle (Israel's Religious Order), the Law of Moses (their Guiding Principles), and the Prophets (who guided Israel according to God's decrees).
The conclusion of this era arrives with the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It dramatically culminates when Jesus proclaimed from the cross, "It is finished," and then passed away.
The Law finds its complete fulfillment, and the abundant life of Jesus Christ is inaugurated.
The Third Era (dispensation) (the present one) is known as the era of the Spirit, where the Holy Spirit continuously unveils and affirms the entirety and perfection of Christ's work.
This era is also referred to as the era of Grace.
Christ has offered the ultimate sacrifice, an eternal act. Through Christ, we are fully renewed and empowered to embrace God's initial purpose.
Christ now serves as our Advocate (Greek: “Parakletos”) before the Father and the atonement for our sins (1 John 2:1-2).
The Holy Spirit assumes the role of our Comforter and Advocate (Greek: “Parakletos”) on Earth. He resides within us, a constant presence (John 14:16-17).
In Jesus Christ resides the complete essence of God, and in Him, we find wholeness (Colossians 2:9-10).
The Holy Spirit practically applies all that Christ is and all He has accomplished to our daily lives, guiding us into this fullness and completion.
In summary:
We hold the belief that the Godhead (consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) functions in perfect equality, eternal unity, and coexistence as a single entity. Yet, each member fulfills a distinct and crucial role: the Father serves as the Executive, the Son as the Architect, and the Holy Spirit as the Contractor.
God the Father, as the Creator, sets every plan in motion;
Jesus Christ, the Architect, brings to life the Father's intentions;
The Holy Spirit executes and practically applies these aspects in our lives.
1 John 5:7 affirms this unity:
"For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one."
Our Statement of Faith finds its foundation in the Scripture of Colossians 1:27-28 (interpreted from various translations):
"Christ within us—our assurance of glorious things to come.
This is the heart of our Message.
Guided by deep practical wisdom, we instruct and herald the presence of Jesus Christ, the Lord. We offer guidance and admonishment, endeavouring to provide comprehensive insight into the ways and intentions of God. Our aim is for each individual to stand complete, mature, and perfected in Christ."