STATEMENT OF FAITH
- Hadassah Michelle
- 2 days ago
- 5 min read
(Apostolic • No Denomination • Rooted in the Early Church)
Our Foundation
We confess faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God, and we seek to follow the Way delivered once to the saints, as practiced by the original Church before it was bound by political power, institutional control, or man-made religious systems.
We do not align ourselves with modern denominational identities, creeds formed by empire, or traditions that contradict the testimony of Scripture. Our faith is grounded in the teachings of Jesus, the apostles, and the prophets, as preserved in the Holy Scriptures.
God "One God", Three Distinct Persons
We believe in one God who has always existed, holy and sovereign, who manifests distinctly and eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
The Father is God.Jesus Christ is God.The Holy Spirit is God.
They are three distinct Persons, not one Person appearing in different modes, coexisting eternally, united in essence, will, authority, and glory.
Scripture References:Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; John 1:1–2; John 14:16–17; 2 Corinthians 13:14
Jesus Christ
We believe Jesus Christ is God, the eternal Word who has always existed and was made flesh. He lived without sin, proclaimed the Kingdom of God, died for our sins, rose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven, and will return in glory.
Scripture References:John 1:1–3, 14; John 8:58; Colossians 2:9; Philippians 2:5–11; Hebrews 1:1–3
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit is God, always existing, distinct in Person, and fully divine. He convicts, regenerates, sanctifies, leads, empowers, teaches, and equips believers.
The Holy Spirit continues to operate fully today just as in the early Church, without cessation or reduction.
Scripture References:Acts 5:3–4; John 14:16–17; Acts 2:17–18; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Hebrews 2:4
The Spirit of Adoption and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
We believe there is a biblical distinction between receiving the Spirit of adoption and being baptized in the Holy Spirit.
At salvation, believers receive the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry “Abba, Father,” and are regenerated, sealed, and brought into right relationship with God as His children.
We also believe that the baptism of the Holy Spirit is a distinct work, empowering believers with power from on high for witness, ministry, boldness, and supernatural operation. This baptism is not limited to the moment of initial salvation and is accompanied by manifestations and gifts as the Spirit wills.
Both are works of the same Holy Spirit, serving distinct purposes—adoption and regeneration, and empowerment and operation.
Scripture References:Romans 8:15–16; Galatians 4:6; John 20:22; Acts 1:4–5; Acts 2:1–4; Acts 8:14–17; Acts 19:1–6
The Holy Scriptures
We believe the Scriptures are God-breathed, inspired by God, and authoritative for doctrine, correction, instruction, and training in righteousness.
We believe in the full Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, without omission or reduction.
We also acknowledge the existence of other ancient writings and scrolls referenced in Scripture, such as the Book of Enoch and others, which testify to God’s dealings and must be discerned carefully and tested by the Spirit and the Word of God.
Scripture References:2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Jude 1:14–15; Luke 24:44; Revelation 22:18–19
Salvation — Blood, Word, Spirit, and Full Obedience
We believe salvation is accomplished through the blood of Jesus Christ, revealed through the Word of God, applied by the Holy Spirit, and received through repentance, faith, and continued obedience.
The blood of Christ cleanses from sin.The Word of God washes and sanctifies.The Spirit of God regenerates and gives new life.
That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Only those born of the Spirit can see, perceive, and enter the Kingdom of God.
We affirm that only full obedience to Christ secures salvation. Salvation can be rejected, forfeited, or lost through unbelief, willful disobedience, or turning away from the truth. A soul that was once saved can be lost.
Scripture References:Matthew 26:28; John 3:3–8; John 15:4–10; Romans 11:20–22; Hebrews 10:26–29; James 2:17–26
Grace — Neither Abused nor Diminished
We believe the grace of God is sufficient, powerful, and necessary for salvation and transformation.
We reject hyper-grace, which excuses sin, denies repentance, obedience, perseverance, and leads to presumptuous sin—intentional sin committed with full knowledge—which Scripture calls a great transgression.
We also reject hypo-grace, which diminishes grace through legalism, fear, or self-effort, as though righteousness could be attained apart from Christ.
True grace saves and trains, producing holiness, obedience, and endurance.
Scripture References:Titus 2:11–14; Romans 6:1–4; Psalm 19:13; Jude 1:4; Hebrews 12:14; 1 John 1:9
Born of Water, Word, and Spirit
We believe that being born of water refers to being born of the Word of God, which washes, cleanses, and makes one whole, together with the work of the Holy Spirit.
This is not the physical water of the earth, but the living water spoken of by Jesus—the Word and Spirit of God that give eternal life, as revealed to the woman at the well.
Scripture References:John 3:5–8; John 4:10–14; Ephesians 5:25–27; James 1:18
Water Baptism
We believe water baptism does not save. Salvation is by the blood of Christ and the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.
Water baptism is a commanded act of obedience and a public declaration to God and the world of repentance, faith, and identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Scripture References:Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:3–4; Acts 2:38; 1 Peter 3:21
The Signs That Follow Believers
We believe the signs that follow believers include, but are not limited to:
Speaking in tongues
Casting out demons
Healing the sick
Raising the dead
Laying on of hands
Diverse miracles and works of power
Supernatural protection according to God’s will
These signs testify to the Kingdom of God and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Scripture References:Mark 16:17–18; Acts 2:4; Acts 9:40; Acts 20:9–10; Acts 10:44–46; Hebrews 2:4
The Church — The Living Temple
We believe the Church is the Body of Christ, and believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit.
God does not dwell in temples made with human hands, but dwells within His people, calling them to holiness and reverence.
Scripture References:Acts 7:48–50; Acts 17:24; 1 Corinthians 3:16–17; 1 Corinthians 6:19–20
Discernment and Testing the Spirits
We believe believers must test the spirits and discern all things using the Word of God, which judges all teachings, spirits, manifestations, and beings.
Scripture References:1 John 4:1; Hebrews 4:12; 1 Corinthians 2:14–15
Study and Readiness
We believe believers must study to show themselves approved, rightly dividing the Word of truth, remaining watchful and prepared.
Scripture References:2 Timothy 2:15; Acts 17:11
Heaven and Hell
We believe in the reality of both heaven and hell, eternal destinations determined by one’s response to Jesus Christ and perseverance in faith.
Scripture References:Matthew 25:46; John 5:28–29; Revelation 20:11–15
The Catching Up of the Saints (Rapture)
We believe in the catching up of the saints (rapture), when the dead in Christ will rise and living believers will be transformed and gathered to the Lord.
This event is distinct from the visible return of Christ.
Scripture References:1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; 1 Corinthians 15:51–53; John 14:1–3
The Return of Christ and the Thousand-Year Reign
We believe Jesus Christ will return visibly to establish His Kingdom and reign for one thousand years, and His saints will reign with Him.
Scripture References:Revelation 20:1–6; Isaiah 11:4–9; 2 Timothy 2:12
Final Declaration
We believe in the full Word of God, the full power of the Holy Spirit, obedience unto life, perseverance in faith, the reality of heaven and hell, the catching up of the saints, the return and reign of Christ, and a people being prepared to stand holy and faithful before Him.
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