Doctrine can be a funny thing. It seems that a church cannot exist without it, but if too much emphasis is placed on it, the result can be alienation and division in the body of believers. We never desire to compromise what we believe to be the truth, but nor would we seek to be belligerent.

We have discovered in the area of doctrine that there are two main categories: fundamental and incidental doctrines. A fundamental doctrine is one that is so important that disagreement on it can affect fellowship. An incidental doctrine is one that may be important, but disagreement should not cause a problem with fellowship. A summary statement of our fundamental doctrines revolve around the person and work of Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, was crucified for the sins of all men, was buried and rose again on the third day, and is now seated at the right hand of God awaiting His second coming. We ascribe to other doctrines that are common within the Christian faith. They include the divine inspiration of scripture, the importance of water baptism, the table of communion, the baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit, the gifts of the Spirit, and the call of all believers to live a spirit-filled life.

Additional resources on this topic can be found on the  "More of What We Believe" page.

If you have some particular questions about our church’s beliefs, please do not hesitate to give us a call. It is not our heart to elevate one doctrine over another, but rather to exalt Jesus Christ in all that we do and say.