Rooted in Truth, Growing in Faith
Discover what we believe about God, the Bible, salvation through Jesus Christ, baptism, and living a life shaped by faith and grace.
Our Faith
- We believe that our world belongs to God.
- We believe that God loves people and he demonstrated this love by sending His One and only Son into the world to die for our sins.
- We believe that God is knowable and a relationship with Him is possible through faith in Jesus as Savior. It is a gift!
- We believe that this plan of rescue is revealed in the Word of God of the Old and New Testaments. It is reliable, trustworthy and true.
Our Core Beliefs
- The Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God and is our authority for faith and life.
- There is one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, three persons in one God.
- Jesus Christ is fully God and fully human, born of the Virgin Mary, crucified for our sins, raised bodily from the dead, and coming again.
- Humanity is fallen into sin and cannot earn salvation through good works.
- Salvation is by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ, based on Christ’s saving work, not our own merit
- The Holy Spirit gives new life, produces faith, lives in believers, and equips the church.
- God is sovereign over creation and salvation, and his grace is at work redeeming his people and restoring his creation.
- The Church is the people of God, called to worship, fellowship, proclaim the gospel, serve others, and live under Christ’s authority.
- Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are sacraments given by Christ as signs and seals of God’s covenant promises.
- God’s covenant of grace extends to believers and their children, which is why CRC churches practice infant baptism as well as baptizing new believers.
- Jesus Christ will return, the dead will be raised, God will judge humanity, and his people will live with him in the renewed creation.
What is Reformed? The Reformed distinctive grew out of a movement in Northern Europe in the 16th and 17th century that emphasized God’s guiding hand in history and salvation. It is the belief that God’s word is infallible and authoritative in matters of faith and life, God’s grace is a gift and cannot be earned and that Jesus was sent into the world by the Father to deliver his people from their sins.
These beliefs and others are held in the Heidelberg Catechism, Belgic Confession and the Synod of Dort which we adopt.
OUR BELIEFS
How Salvation Works
God offers forgiveness as a free gift; we receive it through four movements.
There is no way to make it to heaven on our own. “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23
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Belief
Believing the truth about Jesus, relying upon Christ to save us, and trusting Him with our lives.
Romans 10:9-10,
1 Corinthians 15:1-4
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Repentance
Sorrow for sin, willingness to change, to turn from sin and live an obedient life in Christ.
Jeremiah 2:13, Acts 2:38,
1 Thessalonians 1:9
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Confession
Acknowledging Jesus as Lord and Savior of our life.
Publicly declaring our faith in Him before others.
Matthew 10:32–33
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Baptism
Becoming a disciple of Jesus includes a willingness to be baptized.
Matthew 3:13–17
IMMERSION IN WATER
Baptism
Baptism is a public step of faith and a symbol of new life in Christ. It represents leaving the old behind and walking in the life God has given you. It’s a powerful step of obedience that reflects your faith in Jesus and marks the beginning of new life with Him.
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What Is Baptism?
Baptism is an important step for anyone who has decided to follow Jesus. It’s a simple act with deep meaning, showing your faith and commitment. If you’re considering baptism or want to understand it better, please use our contact form at the button below.
