We believe in one God, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

We believe God created the earth and loves people.

We believe Jesus is the son of God, and He came to earth and died to bring salvation to people.

We believe the Bible is the inspired word of God, which outlines God’s plan of salvation.

We believe that God’s way of salvation is found in the Bible. What you will see below is our understanding of what the Bible says is necessary for people to follow Jesus.

Hearing the Word of God

“Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.”–Romans 10:17

Believing in Christ

“They replied, ‘Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved–you and your household.’”–Acts 16:31

Repenting of All Sin

“Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’”–Acts 2:38

Confessing Christ

“’Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also acknowledge him before my Father in heaven.’”–Matthew 10:32

Being Baptized into Christ

“Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. If we have been united with him like this in his death, we will certainly also be united with him in his resurrection.”–Romans 6:3-5

Living the Christian Life

“For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.”–2 Peter 1:5-8

What is baptism?

Physically, baptism is the act of being immersed in–and then emerging from–water. However, baptism is far more than a physical event; it has spiritual and symbolic significance.

What does baptism mean?

Spiritually, baptism illustrates Jesus’ burial and resurrection and signals an individual’s new life as a Christian. It symbolizes a person’s desire to “die” to the old life and to be “raised up” into a new life as a believer in Christ, with God’s Spirit in their life.

Why do we get baptized?

To follow and obey Jesus. Check out Mark 1:9: “…Jesus came from Nazareth and was baptized by John in the river.” Also read Matthew 28:19-20, “Jesus said, ‘go then, to all people everywhere and make them my disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit…”

To have our sins forgiven. Take a look at Acts 22:16: “…be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on his name.”

To be saved. 1 Peter 3:21 says, “…this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also–not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.”

When should I get baptized?

There is no reason to delay! As soon as you have decided to trust Jesus with your life, you should be baptized. In the book of Acts, we are told “those who believed … were baptized … that day!” (8:35-38) If you are waiting until you are perfect or know enough or get things straightened out, you’ll never be ready. “And now what are you waiting for? get up, be baptized.” (Acts 22:16)

Becoming a Christian and being baptized do not guarantee that your life will be easy, that you’ll always get your way, or even that you’ll always have the right answers. Life will still be tough, but becoming a Christian does mean that you will have the Holy Spirit in your life making you into the person God wants you to be and connecting you with other Christians.

If you have any questions or want to talk to someone about getting baptized, we'd love to connect with you!