Belief Statement

13. God’s holy angels defend and help God’s people (Psalm 34:7, 91:11; Matthew 18:10; Hebrews 1:14)

14. Satan and other fallen angels are dangerous but doomed. Christ is the victor (Ephesians 6:10-18; Colossians 2:15; 1 Peter 5:8; Revelation 12:10-12)

15. Christ will return visibly to rule the world and to make all things new (Matthew 24:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Revelation 21:1-5)

16. God’s people will rejoice forever in heaven; God’s enemies will suffer forever in hell (Daniel 12:2-3; Matthew 25:31-46; Revelation 22:1-5; 2 Thessalonians 1:9)

1.7. God’s covenant addresses not only individuals but also their families (Genesis 17:7; 18:19; Deuteronomy 7:9; Joshua 24;15; Psalm 103:17; Acts 11:14; 16:15,31)

18. As individuals, as couples, and as families, we need daily conversation with God through Bible reading and prayer (Psalm 1; Daniel 6:10; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Ephesians 6:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:17)

19. We are called to a life of love, as depicted in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17; Mark 12:30-31; John 14:15; Romans 13:8-10; 1 Corinthians 13)

20. We are called to spread the gospel to people who don’t yet follow Christ (Psalm 96:3; Matthew 5:14; 28:18-20; 1 Peter 3:15)

21. We are called to a world view and way of life which seeks to honor Christ in every area of thought and action (Psalm 24:1; Colossians 3:17; 2 Corinthians 10:5)