Overview: We believe in the redemption of man through the atonement of Jesus the Son of God as the sacrificial lamb of the ages, as revealed to us by the inspired Word of God, the Bible.

Theology: We believe that God has reserved the integrity of His written word for over 4,000 years, with the expressed purposed of study and examination of it's content, so as to attain to the specific revealed knowledge it contains, II Ti 2:15. There is natural theology (what is observed in nature) and there is revealed theology that which is found in scripture. Systematic Theology is  a complete thorough examination of all doctrines and their interrelationship in scripture. No one doctrine stands alone, they are all fibers woven together into one cloth. This method of study follows sound hermeneutic principles to exegete the thoughts and intent of any particular verse or subject. Adhering to fundamental grammar principles of original language and contextual flow will minimize the potential for error and move us closer to a proper understanding.

Church: We believe in the institution of God's church to be the embodiment and personification of His nature and attributes. This representation is the true power and authority on earth, where His revealed glory resides. His tabernacle, the collective called out body of believers (the ecclesia) continue from age to age the ministry of reconciliation through the spirit of truth that empowers it.

Salvation: God the Father is the architect and initiator of salvation "Salvation is of the Lord" Jon 2:9; "Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins" I Jo 4:10. The confession of faith found in the New Testament proclaims Jesus as the Son of God; Mt 16:16; Jo 20:31; Ac 9:20, etc... these and many more bare record that "God hath given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He that hath the Son hath life and he that hath not the Son hath not life" I Jo 5:12,13. This confession is only valid when one submits to the doctrines of the new covenant and are obedient to the faith. Just saying words is not enough. This belief is manifested by observing the edicts and commands given to us by Jesus and the Apostles, as the Ethiopian eunuch and the Philippian jailor did by submitting to baptism to confirm their belief. Faith must continue to be evident through the constant application of the precepts of God through the course of life for one to have assurance of salvation.

Godhead:The comprehension of the Godhead is a systematic progression of revelation throughout scripture. In Ex 6:2,3 God spoke to Moses and told him that Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob knew him by the name "God Almighty" but now He was further revealing himself as "Jehovah". This progression started with God (el), God Almighty (el shaddai), Jehovah (the tetragram YHWH), Lord (adonai), etc.. The manifestation of these names continued to reveal more of the nature and character of the One Lord God of De 6:4 (the shema). Not until we come to the N.T. do we receive full light in understanding the attributes of Him as seen through His creation Ro 1:20, and most profoundly through His Son, "the expressed image of his person" He 1:3.

  No one scripture can and does completely express the Godhead. The totality of all language, symbols, imagery, allegories, metaphors, parables, and types collectively develop our understanding, With that said I Co 8:6 does emphasize a critical aspect of the nature of the Godhead, "But unto us there is but one God the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him". The "of whom" and "by whom" speak of the workings of the Godhead, how the Father empowered the Son, Jo 3:35; but he is the exception to all the power subjugated to the Son, I Co 15:27, making the Son  his "heir of all things" He 1:2,3 and this was done "according to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord", Ep 3:11. The appellation of Father and Son is the revealed language most often used in the N.T. that best illustrates the nature of the Godhead, which is a Father and Son relationship. The Apostle John states "And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ.  This is the true God, and eternal life." I Jo 5:20, David prophesied of this in Ps 45, and the writer of Hebrews declares it's fulfillment "But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God is for ever and ever...therefore God, even thy God hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows" He 1:8,9. Therefore we have come to know God the Father through Jesus the Son God, and though there is a distinction between the Father and Son both are proclaimed God. It is imperative however to elaborate on how the "Son of God" is identified as God and how the "Father" is identified as God. This would require an exhaustive study of this subject. For further explanations please contact us.

 Eschatology: This study of end things has significant ramifications on faith. We believe in the fulfillment of all things during the generation from Jesus ascension to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Jesus said "For these be the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled" Lu 21:22. The Bible is didactic in that it's principles are applicable to any and all generations, but it's prophecies are specific in that they identified the judgments of God,  conditional to His covenant, that were manifested in the time frames revealed to the prophets. Those prophetic statements found both in the old and new testament came to a completion and are in an historical context and forever stand as a memorial of God, bearing witness that violation and disregard for His covenant leads to utter destruction.

Church Government: Of the three main forms of governing(Episcopalian,Presbyterian, and Congregationalism) we adhere to Congregationalism. We do not have external rule over our assembly. We believe all churches to have equal authority and equal responsibility to enact the governing principles explicated in scripture. The rule of elders Tit 1:5 (ruling teachers) is to provide an holy enviorment that is unfettered from carnal ambitions which corrupt Godly fellowship. We do recognize the body of Christ at large and would suffer the word of exhortation, and correction from some outside our assembly, understanding that the rebuke, reproof of the spirit is not exlusive to our local assembly, as we also recieve edification from others outside of our fellowship. The role of the pastor is to manitain a spiritual flow of ministry in worship, teaching, and harmony amongst the congregation, yet is one of several counselors to contribute to guidance and direction of the flock and not the exclusive controling authority, this is a collective function.

Pursuit of Excellence Clause: While we are confident in our beliefs we're not arrogant. We allow for the continual scrutiny and examination of all our positions. This openness can only lead to a positive outcome. If peradventure we are not representing a particular doctrine in part or full correctly, then the examination and scrutiny that has brought to light our error will be implemented and we will yield to change. If however further examination and scrutiny does not elucidate error on our part and we have effectively defended our position in true apologetic fashion, then we will have benefited through the opportunity to once again enhance our skill in handling the Word of God properly. The open exchange of thought and ponderance of scripture, when approached with the proper demeanor of humility, can become fruitful and rewarding in furthering our comprehension of God's Kingdom. We pray for the courage to change when our presupposition's, flawed belief systems, and traditions have been exposed by the true light.