What We Believe In

The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration through holy men of old who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. In this Word, God has committed to man the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scriptures are the supreme, authoritative, and the infallible revelation of His will. They are the standard of character, the test of experience, the definitive revealer of doctrines, and the trustworthy record of God's acts in history.

There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three co-eternal Persons. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all, and ever present. He is infinite and beyond human comprehension, yet known through His self-revelation. He is worthy of worship, service, and praise forever.

God the Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and loving. As Father, He cares tenderly for His children and hears their prayers. He is accessible to all who seek Him in faith.

Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the eternal Word, who existed from the beginning with the Father. He became flesh, fully revealing God to humanity and living a perfect life as our example. He died on the cross as our substitute, rose from the dead, and ascended to minister in the heavenly sanctuary. He will return in glory to redeem His people.

The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Godhead, who inspired the writers of Scripture, empowers the church, and convicts hearts of sin. He guides into all truth, distributes spiritual gifts, and empowers believers for service. He is the guarantee of our salvation and the Comforter promised by Christ.

God created all things in six literal days and rested on the seventh. The creation account is literal history, not symbolic or figurative. God designed the earth to be inhabited, and the universe displays His glory. As Creator, God has sovereign authority over all that He made.

Man and woman were created in the image of God with individuality, freedom of choice, and dignity. Though created perfect, humanity chose to sin, bringing death and separation from God. Through Christ, restoration and eternal life are offered to all who accept Him as Savior and Lord.

The great controversy between Christ and Satan is a cosmic battle that began in heaven and will end on earth. This conflict affects every person and determines the destiny of the universe. God permits evil for a time to demonstrate His love and justice, ultimately eradicating sin forever.

Christ lived a perfect life and died as our substitute, bearing the penalty for our sins. His resurrection proves His victory over death and assures believers of eternal life. His sacrifice provides the only means of reconciliation with God and the hope of salvation.

Salvation is a free gift through faith in Christ. Through the Holy Spirit, believers experience conversion, justification, and sanctification. This transformational experience produces love, joy, peace, and the fruit of the Spirit, evidenced by a life of obedience and service.

As Christians, we are called to grow in likeness to Christ through prayer, study of Scripture, fellowship, and service. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to overcome sin and develop Christlike character. Spiritual growth is a lifelong process of becoming more like our Savior.

The church is the body of Christ, called to proclaim the gospel and make disciples of all nations. Under Christ's leadership, the church is unified in mission and purpose. The local church provides fellowship, nurture, and a context for spiritual gifts to be exercised.

The remnant church keeps God's commandments and bears the prophetic message of Revelation. Called to prepare the world for Christ's return, this end-time movement proclaims the three angels' messages and awaits the soon return of their Lord.

All believers are united in Christ regardless of background, race, or status. Unity is expressed through love, mutual respect, and shared mission. The church is called to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace, reflecting Christ's love to the world.

Baptism is a symbolic act of identification with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. By immersion, believers publicly declare their faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior. It represents the forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit, uniting believers with the church family.

The Lord's Supper commemorates Christ's sacrifice, symbolizing His broken body and shed blood. Partaking together, believers remember Christ's love and anticipate His return. The communion service is a time of self-examination, repentance, and fellowship with Christ and one another.

God bestows spiritual gifts to every believer for the building up of the church. These gifts, including prophecy, teaching, service, and leadership, are distributed according to God's will. All members are called to use their gifts in ministry for the common good.

The gift of prophecy is one of the spiritual gifts, given to the early church and restored in the remnant church. Through this gift, God reveals truth, convicts error, and guides His people. The prophetic writings, especially Revelation, provide essential guidance for end-time believers.

God's law, summarized in the Ten Commandments, reveals His character and will for humanity. The law is eternal, reflecting God's unchanging standard of righteousness. It serves as a guide for Christian living and reveals our need for a Savior.

The seventh day of the week is the Sabbath, instituted at creation and commemorated as a sign of God's sanctifying power. From Friday sunset to Saturday sunset, believers rest and worship, remembering creation and redemption. The Sabbath is a sign of obedience and a preview of the eternal rest.

Everything belongs to God; we are stewards of His resources. This includes time, talents, treasures, and the environment. Faithful stewardship involves returning a portion of our income to God, using our gifts in service, and caring for God's creation.

Christians are called to live lives that reflect Christ's character. This includes honesty, integrity, purity, and respect for others. Our behavior should honor God and be a witness to the world. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to live above the standards of the world.

Marriage is a sacred institution between one man and one woman, designed by God. The family is the foundational unit of society, where children are nurtured in faith and values. Christian families model Christ's love and prepare the next generation for service.

After His ascension, Christ began His ministry in the heavenly sanctuary, where He intercedes for His people. In 1844, He entered the Most Holy Place to begin the investigative judgment, preparing to return and redeem His people. This understanding deepens our appreciation of Christ's salvation.

Christ will return personally, visibly, and gloriously. This event marks the end of sin and the beginning of eternal life. The dead in Christ will be resurrected, and the living righteous will be translated. Every eye will see His return, and He will gather His people to Himself.

Death is an unconscious state until the resurrection. At Christ's return, the righteous dead will be resurrected to eternal life, and the unrighteous will face the second death. The hope of resurrection gives meaning to life and removes the fear of death.

The millennium is the 1,000-year period between Christ's return and the final judgment. During this time, the righteous reign with Christ, and the unrighteous remain in the grave. After the millennium, the unrighteous face judgment, and sin is finally destroyed.

God will create a new heaven and new earth, where righteousness dwells forever. The redeemed will live in perfect communion with God and each other, free from sin and suffering. The new earth will be the eternal home of all who accept God's salvation through Jesus Christ.