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Doctrine and Beliefs
We believe that the Bible is the means of written communication from God to man. It gives the will, plan, and purpose for the human family the words written were inspired by Him. Therefore we must act and live according to what has been laid down in the Holy Scriptures. From this we have obtained the basis of our doctrine and beliefs.
Act 2:42 “And they continued steadfast in the Apostles Doctrine.”
The Holy Bible
The Holy Bible is the word of God. It records the creation of the world and explains where the earth and humans came from (Genesis 1:1 & 27). Man (the human race) was created in the image and likeness of God to obey Him and keep his commandments, according to the outline of the scriptures (Ecclesiastes 12:13, 2 Timothy 3:16).
Sin
The first time man disobeyed God was in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 2:17 – “the day you eatest thereof thou shalt surely die”). From the sin of Adam the whole world has been guilty of sin until now (Romans 3:23). But as we have become accustom to death, the loss of natural life there is a greater death to take note of and that it the eternal damnation which is the true penalty of sin (Romans 6:23).
Apostles' Doctrine
God throughout the ages has spoken to his people in general through mouthpieces known as prophets (Hebrews 1:1). They would relay and enforce the plans and actions of God regardless of how the people felt. The prophets’ objective was to please God not man. Jesus Christ came to redeem the whole world and not just a nation. Therefore He instructed the Apostles in all things concerning his laws, the people, and conduct. Our doctrine, which is that of the Apostles, reflects this experience. "And they continued steadfastly in the Apostles' Doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayer" (Acts 2:42).>>> Next Page
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