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What We Believe

The Church of God 14 Articles of Faith.

Articles of Faith

The Church of God 14 Articles of Faith

The following is a summary of its official declaration.

01

The Bible

The Bible is verbally inspired by God.

02

The Trinity

One eternal God exists in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

03

Jesus Christ

Jesus is God’s only begotten Son, conceived by the Holy Ghost and born of Mary, a virgin. He was crucified, buried, resurrected and ascended to heaven, where He intercedes beside the Father.

04

Repentance

Everyone has sinned. God requires repentance for forgiveness.

05

Salvation

Justification, regeneration and new birth come through faith in Christ’s blood.

06

Sanctification

Following new birth, sanctification comes through faith in Christ’s blood, Scripture and the Holy Ghost.

07

Holiness

God requires His people to live holy lives.

08

Holy Ghost baptism

This follows the cleansing of the heart.

09

Speaking in tongues

Spirit-given tongues provide the initial evidence of Holy Ghost baptism.

10

Water baptism

Repentant believers should undergo immersion in the name of Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

11

Divine healing

Christ’s atonement provides healing for everyone.

12

Communion and foot washing

Observing the Lord’s Supper and washing believers’ feet.

13

Christ’s return

Jesus will raise deceased believers, gather living saints and subsequently reign on earth for 1,000 years.

14

Resurrection and eternity

Bodily resurrection, everlasting life for the righteous and everlasting punishment for the wicked.

Questions are welcome

Whether you are exploring faith or have followed Jesus for years, we would love to meet you and talk with you.