The Bible
Inspired • Inerrant • Infallible
We believe that the Holy Bible was written by men supernaturally inspired; that it has truth without any admixture of error for its matter; and therefore is, and shall remain to the end of the age, the only complete and final revelation of the will of God to man; the true center of Christian union and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and opinions should be tried.
2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV)
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”
Salvation
By Grace • Through Faith • In Christ Alone
We believe that salvation is the free gift of God, offered to all through the finished work of Jesus Christ. Jesus willingly took our sins upon Himself, died on the cross in our place, was buried, and rose again. Salvation cannot be earned through good works, religion, baptism, or human merit. A person is saved by the grace of God through personal faith in Jesus Christ, receiving Him as Lord and Savior.
Ephesians 2:8–9 (KJV)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
The True God
One God • Three Persons • Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
We believe there is one, and only one, living and true God, an infinite, intelligent Spirit, the Maker and supreme Ruler of heaven and earth. He is glorious in holiness and worthy of all possible honor, confidence, and love. In the unity of the Godhead there are three persons—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—equal in every divine perfection and executing distinct but harmonious roles in the great work of redemption.
1 John 5:7 (KJV)
“For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.”
The Fall of Man
Created in Innocence • Fallen Through Sin • In Need of Redemption
We believe that man was created in innocence under the law of his Maker, but by voluntary transgression fell from his sinless and happy state. As a result, all mankind are now sinners, not by constraint but by choice, and are therefore under just condemnation without defense or excuse and in need of the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
Romans 3:23 (KJV)
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;”
Satan
A Fallen Being • The Adversary • Ultimately Defeated
We believe that Satan was once holy and enjoyed heavenly honors, but through pride and ambition sought to exalt himself against God and fell from his position. He is now the prince of the power of the air, the unholy god of this world, and the great tempter of mankind. He is the enemy of God and His people, the accuser of the saints, and the author of false religions. His final destiny is eternal judgment in the lake of fire.
1 Peter 5:8 (KJV)
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:”
The Church
A Body of Believers • Christ as the Head • Called to the Great Commission
We believe that a local church is a congregation of baptized believers associated by a covenant of faith and fellowship in the Gospel. The church is committed to observing the ordinances of Christ, teaching His Word, exercising the gifts and privileges given through Scripture, and carrying out the Great Commission. Jesus Christ is the true Head of the church, and every local church has the God-given right of self-government, free from outside control or interference.
Colossians 1:18 (KJV)
“And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence.”
Marriage
God-Ordained • One Man and One Woman • A Lifelong Covenant
We believe that marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God and defined in Scripture as the union of one man and one woman. Marriage is intended to be a lifelong covenant relationship and reflects the relationship between Christ and His church. We believe that husbands and wives are called to love, honor, and remain faithful to one another according to the principles of God’s Word.
Genesis 2:24 (KJV)
“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”
The Return of Christ
Personal • Imminent • Pre-Tribulation
We believe in the bodily resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ and in His personal, imminent return. We believe that Christ will return in the air to receive His church unto Himself before the Tribulation, and that following the Tribulation He will return visibly and bodily to the earth to establish His kingdom.
1 Thessalonians 4:16 (KJV)
“For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:”
Security of the Believer
Saved by Grace • Kept by Christ • Eternally Secure
We believe that all who are truly born again through faith in Jesus Christ are kept by the power of God and are eternally secure in Christ. Salvation is not maintained by human works, but rests upon the finished work of Christ and the promises of God. The believer is sealed by the Holy Spirit and can have assurance of eternal life.
John 10:28 (KJV)
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.”
Eternity
Heaven • Hell • Everlasting Life
We believe in the bodily resurrection of both the saved and the lost. Those who have received Jesus Christ as Savior will spend eternity in the presence of God, while those who die without Christ will face eternal separation from God and everlasting punishment. Heaven and Hell are real, eternal destinations, and every person’s eternal destiny is determined by his or her relationship with Jesus Christ.
Matthew 25:46 (KJV)
“And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal.”
Our Foundation
These beliefs reflect the biblical convictions that guide the teaching and ministry of Faith Bible Church. In all matters of faith and practice, we look to the Word of God as our final authority and seek to faithfully follow Jesus Christ in all that we do.