Faith
We hold the Holy Bible as the supreme and authoritative standard for faith, doctrine, and life. We also value the historic Christian faith as expressed through the ecumenical creeds and the Reformed confessions, including the Westminster Standards and the Three Forms of Unity.
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” — 2 Timothy 3:16
Faith In Action
Creation: We believe that God created the world good and that human beings were created in His image, male and female, with dignity and responsibility before Him. — Genesis 1:26–28
The Fall: We believe that humanity’s disobedience against God brought sin, suffering, brokenness, and death into the world. — Genesis 3:1–19; Romans 5:12
Human Dignity: We believe every human being is made in the image of God. Therefore, every person possesses inherent dignity and must be treated with love, justice, and respect. Yet all people are sinners and fall short of the glory of God. — Genesis 1:27; Romans 3:23
Redemption: We believe that God, according to His eternal purpose, established the way of redemption for His people through Jesus Christ. Salvation is by grace through faith in Christ. — Ephesians 1:3–10; Ephesians 2:8–9
Hope and Transformation: We believe there is hope in Christ and that lives can be transformed by the gospel. We also recognize that destructive philosophies and sinful choices can harm individuals, families, and communities. — Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 5:17
Faithful Service: We believe that one faithful person, living sacrificially and serving others, can have a significant influence in a community. — Matthew 5:13–16
Formation and Guidance: We believe that children and adults benefit from wise parents, teachers, mentors, guardians, friends, and faithful communities. — Proverbs 22:6; Titus 2:1–8
Life in Christ: We believe true joy, peace, and hope are found in knowing and honoring our Creator and trusting in Jesus Christ as the only Savior. — John 14:6; Acts 4:12
Mercy and Good Works: We believe God calls His people to care for others, especially in times of need, and to demonstrate their faith through mercy and good works. — Micah 6:8; James 2:14–17
Christ the Servant: We believe Jesus Christ came not to be served but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many. His example calls us to lives of humble, sacrificial service. — Mark 10:45; Philippians 2:3–8
Eternal Hope: We believe suffering and death will not have the final word. God promises a future in which His people will enjoy His presence and there will be no more death, mourning, crying, or pain. — Revelation 21:3–4