Worshiping and the place of worship have always seemed important to people of all ages. Many attractive churches, large beautiful temples and magnificent cathedrals have been built to express man’s interest in religious worship. But we learn from the conversation of Jesus with the Samaritan woman that in the Gospel age the place of worship is not as important as the attitude in which man worships God. Jesus said that the true worshipers of God are those who worship in Spirit and in truth (John 4:23). The term, “Worship in Spirit and in truth,” suggests that the worshiper is not regulated by outward rules or practices, by ceremonial or traditional rites as in times of old, nor by attending services in a magnificent building, but by service from the heart—having a new heart, expressing thanks to God for his abounding grace, as well as imploring Him for guidance and sustaining grace. This is done by singing and praying and by preaching and giving testimony. It is a heart and mind service, speaking the whole truth from a new heart, instead of lip service and a show of form often heard and seen of some worshipers.

November 8, 2018 in  Doctrinal 8 minutes

We believe and teach: 1. The Bible That the Bible is the Word of God and the only infallible guide for man; that it is divinely inspired, authentic, and authoritative; that without this direct revelation from God we would be ignorant of sin, repentance, and God’s plan of salvation through Jesus, as well as the creation of the universe and the origin and eternal destiny of man. 2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:12; Matthew 24:35; John 12:48; Psalm 119:105, 130; 2 Peter 1:21. 2. God (Divine Trinity)

November 8, 2018 in  Doctrinal 11 minutes

In the last year of his ministry, Jesus said that He would build a church and that the evil forces would not overcome it (Matthew 16:18). This Church received a literal form at Pentecost when about 3,000 souls repented and were baptized upon receiving the gospel that Peter preached (Acts 2:41). The account states that the Lord added to the Church daily “such as should be saved” (Acts 2:47).

November 8, 2018 in  Doctrinal 11 minutes

The foundation of the church of God is Jesus Christ. The Bible clearly teaches on this subject. Peter speaking about Jesus said, “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus said, “Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:16, 18).

November 2, 2018 in  Doctrinal 8 minutes

The principle of the day of rest is first mentioned in Genesis where God set the example of resting after a week of labor. “And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made” (Genesis 2:3).

November 2, 2018 in  Doctrinal 7 minutes

One of the most important aspects of living a Christian life is that of submission. The Apostle Paul in Ephesians 5:21 encourages us to submit ourselves one to another in the fear of God. A humble heart and an appreciation for what the Lord has done makes submission possible.

November 2, 2018 in  Doctrinal 3 minutes

“He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved” (Mark 16:16). Various scriptures in the Bible refer to baptism. Ephesians 4:4-6 speaks of one faith and one baptism. The scriptures speak of three different aspects of baptism. The first is Holy Spirit baptism, which brings about the new birth in the life of the believer (Titus 3:5). Water baptism is the visible symbol of the Holy Spirit baptism, which is commanded to those that believe. Jesus also calls his disciples to a baptism of commitment and suffering (Mark 10:38-39). The same full commitment of the heart and life to God is required in all three. In this, they agree and become one baptism.

November 2, 2018 in  Doctrinal 7 minutes

In the beginning God created the earth, the sky, and the sun, moon and stars. He created all the animals and every living thing. He created man in his own image. “And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good” (Genesis 1:31). God made no mistake when He created man with a beard. We as the creatures created by God are not to reply against Him and say, “Why hast thou made me thus?” (Romans 9:20). We need to respect the distinctions between male and female as created by God.

November 2, 2018 in  Doctrinal 2 minutes