Our Beliefs
At Central Baptist Church, our beliefs are rooted in the truth of God’s Word and the historic Christian faith. We are committed to sound biblical teaching and to living out these truths in faith, obedience, and love as we share the Gospel.
Core Beliefs
These core teachings reflect what we believe the Bible clearly reveals about God, humanity, and salvation. Together, they form the foundation of our doctrine and guide how we worship, teach, and live as a church. The following sections provide a clear summary of these convictions, helping to explain the essential truths that shape our faith and practice at Central Baptist Church.
Scripture
We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and inerrant Word of God, given by divine revelation through holy men of God. It is completely trustworthy and without error in its original writings. Scripture is the final authority for all matters of faith, doctrine, and Christian living. It is sufficient to teach us how to know God, be saved, and live in a way that pleases Him.
The Father
We believe in God the Father, the first Person of the Trinity, who is the Creator and Sustainer of all things. He rules over the universe with wisdom, holiness, and perfect sovereignty. The Father is loving, merciful, and faithful to all His promises. He desires a relationship with His people and works all things according to His will.
The Son
We believe Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin, and lived a sinless life. Through His death on the cross, He offered Himself as a substitute for sinners, and He rose bodily from the dead. He is now exalted at the right hand of the Father and will return in power and glory.
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity and is fully God. He convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment, and brings about the new birth in those who believe. The Spirit indwells every believer, guiding, teaching, and empowering them for godly living and service. He also equips the church with spiritual gifts for the building up of the body of Christ.
The Trinity
We believe there is one true and living God who eternally exists in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three Persons are equal in power and glory and are of one essence. Each Person has distinct roles, yet they work in perfect unity. The doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith and revealed in Scripture.
Man
We believe that man was created in the image of God, with inherent dignity and purpose. Humanity was made to know, worship, and glorify God. However, man is not inherently good and is dependent upon God for life and righteousness. Every person is accountable to God as their Creator and Judge.
Sin
We believe that sin entered the world through the disobedience of man and has affected all humanity. Every person is a sinner by nature and by choice, falling short of God’s perfect standard. Sin separates man from God and brings spiritual death and condemnation. Without God’s intervention, man is unable to save himself.
Salvation
We believe that salvation is a gift of God’s grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ alone. It is not earned by works but is based entirely on the finished work of Christ on the cross. Those who repent of their sins and trust in Christ are forgiven, justified, and made new. Salvation results in a transformed life and the assurance of eternal life.
The Church
We believe the church is the body of Christ, made up of all true believers. It exists to worship God, proclaim the Gospel, and edify believers through teaching and fellowship. The local church is called to observe the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper. It is also called to live in unity, holiness, and mission in the world.
Creation
We believe that God created the heavens and the earth and all living things by His word. Creation was intentional, ordered, and declared good by God. Man was uniquely created and did not arise by chance or evolutionary processes. All creation exists to display the glory, power, and wisdom of God.
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