Mount Zion Church
These are non-negotiable beliefs that all members of our church must adhere to. They are based on the Bible and are the basis of fellowship among us - that we may all speak the same thing (1Corintians 1:10, Acts 2:42) The Bible is our source for our doctrines and our practice.
We believe that the Bible is God's message to every human being. It is the only, inspired, authoritative, and infallible Word of God. (2 Tim.3:16)
We believe there is only one eternal God in three persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Mt.28:19, 2 Cor.13:14)
We believe that Jesus Christ was fully God and fully man. He was born of a virgin and lived a sinless life. He performed miracles as described in the gospels. He died for our sins, demonstrating His love for all people. He physically arose from the dead on the third day. Later, He ascended into heaven to sit at the right hand of the Father. Now He is the Head of the church and intercedes for believers. (Col.1:15-20, Jn.1:1-19, 10:30-33, 1Cor. 15:3-4)
We believe that from birth, individuals are in a sinful state. We believe that spiritual rebirth by the Holy Spirit is essential for personal salvation.
To receive salvation from this state, people must recognize that they are guilty of sinning before God, repent and trust that Christ has taken on Himself the punishment for their sins by dying on the cross. This salvation includes the forgiveness of sins and eternal life. God gives freely this salvation because of His grace. Good works cannot procure it. (Jn.3:16, Rom.6:23, Eph.2:8-9)
We believe that the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on the cross also provides healing for soul and body, in answer to believing prayer. (Mt.8:17, 1Pet.2:24, Jam.5:14-16)
We believe that the Holy Spirit lives in all believers to comfort, teach, and enable them to live a holy life. He also distributes spiritual gifts to believers according to His will. (Jn.14:26, 16:13, 1Cor.12:4-11)
We believe that all believers together are part of the universal church. The Bible also instructs all believers to gather together in local assemblies for worship, prayer, teaching, fellowship, and celebration of baptism, communion, weddings, and funerals. (Act.2:42-47, Heb.10:25)
We believe in the Second Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. He will return to earth in bodily form, in power and glory, to rule for one thousand years.
We believe in the resurrection of the saved and the lost. The former to everlasting life with Christ, and the latter to everlasting separation from God. (Mt.25:46, Jn.14:1-6, Act.24:15)
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Our Beliefs
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