a guide for Christian living and faith

truly reveals God's purpose in the world:
to free us from sin through Christ.

revealed in many ways, mainly through Jesus.

No set beliefs about God--
all experience the deity differently

the Son of God, part of God's own divinity;

the Son of Man, living on earth as human;

our Savior, is with us always

of belief in Christ and repenting of sins;

acceptance of Jesus as Lord of our lives

of all Christians in love of Christ.

Doctrines and human differences should not be allowed to divide believers from each other

in the life and work of the church.

All members are "ministers" -- entitled to interpret the Scriptures and perform church functions

For mature individuals who are old enough to make their own decisions.

By immersion in water -- the accepted New Testament practice.

A public confession of faith in Jesus Christ and commitment to discipleship.

Symbolic of Christ's death, burial and resurrection, and of faith in life to come.

remembrance of Christ and His life on earth

fellowship-- drawing the congregation closer together

thanksgiving for forgiveness of sins and renewal of life

dedication to Christ's way.