First Church of God

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is equal with the Father and Holy Spirit. He was born of a virgin, completely human and completely God, lived a sinless life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again someday. He is the Name above all names, the King of kings and Lord of lords.

Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-31; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Cor. 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13; Col. 1:15-20



		God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. There, three are equal and are one in God. Genesis 1:1, 26, 27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:18-19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14

		Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is equal with the Father and Holy Spirit. He was born of a virgin, completely human and completely God, lived a sinless life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again someday. He is the Name above all names, the King of kings and Lord of lords. Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-31; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Cor. 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13; Col. 1:15-20

		The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth and guidance in doing what is right. He works to produce His "fruit" in us and gives every believer a spiritual gift for building up the body. We seek to be led daily, empowered and controlled by Him. 2 Corinthians 3:17; Acts 1:8; John 16:7-13, 14:16, 17, 26; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Galatians 5:22-25; Ephesians 5:18

		The Bible is God's Word to us. It was written by authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any virtue of error. It is our manual for living and we practice daily Bible reading, study and memorization. Hebrews 4:12; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:9, 105, 160; Proverbs 30:5

		People are made in the image of God, to be like Him in character and to enjoy a relationship with Him. People are the supreme object of God's creation. All people have incredible potential for good, yet all are bent toward an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin." This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life. Genesis 1:17; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a, 59:1-2; Romans 3:23

		People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with God is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. John 3:16; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15; Philippians 3:20; Luke 16:22-23