Other Important Beliefs

1. About The Bible

The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the source of truth for Christian beliefs and living.

(See 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105, 160; Proverbs 30:5)

2. About Human Beings

People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. Unfortunately, that image has been marred in all of us by an attitude of disobedience we call sin. This attitude separates us from God. We will reach our full potential as human beings only when we allow that image to shine through in our lives. The more we share love, care, and compassion with others, the more we become like the God in whose image we are made. The process of spiritual discovery is life long.

(See Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1-2)

3. About Salvation

Unfortunately, it is impossible for any of us to reach our full potential on ourown. In and of ourselves, we lack the power to become better people. God, however, reaches out to us. Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from their sin. When we turn from our self ruled life and turn to jesus in faith we are saved.

(See Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 1:12, 14:6; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1)

Bedrock Beliefs

Woodbine Church affirms the following as our Bedrock Beliefs. These we believe at the core of our being and rely on when we face the the challenges of life.

We believe God loves us and wants a personal relationship with us. God’s love for us is supremely expressed through the life, death, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ

We believe God created us for a specific purpose and the Holy Spirit will guide us to discover those purposes.

We believe in the power of prayer to fellowship with God, find strength and help in times of need, and intercede for others. We believe prayer moves the heart of God.

We believe in the community of believers in Christ who offers us comfort, support, strength, and growth in discipleship.

We believe through Christ we have forgiveness of sins, and are promised inner peace, joy, and hope. We believe God’s grace is sufficient for any situation in life and, in each, He works for redemption.

We believe God’s Word is our final authority and the sufficient guide in all matters of life and faith.