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STATEMENT OF FAITH

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I believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21). It is the final standard for truth, doctrine, and daily living (Psalm 119:105; John 17:17). Scripture is not merely informative—it is transformative (Hebrews 4:12). It reveals the character of God, the condition of humanity, and the path of redemption through Jesus Christ.
 
I believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14). God is holy, sovereign, just, and merciful (Isaiah 6:3; Psalm 103:8; Daniel 4:35). He is the Creator and sustainer of all things (Genesis 1:1; Colossians 1:16–17). Humanity is created in His image with inherent dignity and purpose (Genesis 1:26–27).
 
I believe that all people have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12). Sin separates humanity from Him (Isaiah 59:2) and cannot be overcome through effort, morality, or personal achievement (Ephesians 2:8–9; Titus 3:5). Salvation is found in Christ alone (John 14:6; Acts 4:12).
 
I believe that Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man (John 1:1, 14; Colossians 2:9). Born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23), He lived a sinless life (Hebrews 4:15), died on the cross as the atoning sacrifice for our sins (Romans 5:8; 2 Corinthians 5:21), and physically rose from the dead on the third day (1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Luke 24:6–7). Through His death and resurrection, forgiveness and eternal life are offered to all who repent and place their faith in Him (John 3:16; Romans 10:9–10).
 
I believe salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone—not by works (Ephesians 2:8–9; Galatians 2:16). Those who trust in Christ are justified before God (Romans 5:1), adopted as His children (Romans 8:15–17), and sealed by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13–14). True faith produces spiritual growth, obedience, and a transformed life (James 2:17; 2 Corinthians 5:17).
 
I believe the Holy Spirit indwells every believer (1 Corinthians 6:19), empowering them for holy living (Galatians 5:16), discernment (John 16:13), leadership, and service (Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:4–7). The Spirit convicts of sin (John 16:8), guides into truth (John 16:13), and equips believers to fulfill their calling (2 Timothy 1:7).
 
I believe the Church is the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:27), called to worship God (John 4:23–24), make disciples (Matthew 28:18–20), serve others (Galatians 5:13), and proclaim the gospel (Romans 1:16). Every believer has a role in strengthening the body and advancing the mission of Christ (Ephesians 4:11–13).
 
I believe in the return of Jesus Christ (Acts 1:11; Revelation 22:12), the resurrection of the dead (John 5:28–29), eternal life for those who belong to Him (John 10:28), and eternal separation for those who reject Him (Matthew 25:46; 2 Thessalonians 1:8–9). This truth compels urgency, compassion, and faithful witness (2 Corinthians 5:20).
 
My ministry is rooted in the conviction that identity is found in Christ (Galatians 2:20), leadership flows from character (1 Timothy 3:1–7), and transformation happens when biblical truth is applied with courage and humility (James 1:22; Micah 6:8). I am committed to teaching sound doctrine (Titus 2:1), equipping leaders (2 Timothy 2:2), strengthening families (Deuteronomy 6:6–7), and pointing people to the hope found in Jesus alone (Colossians 1:27).