The One True God
There is one God, eternally existing in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, co-equal and co-eternal.
Deuteronomy 6:4 · Matthew 28:19 · John 1:1–3 · 2 Corinthians 13:14
What We Believe
Built on the Word of God
Scripture is our final authority. Here is what we hold to, and where you can find it in the Bible.
Statement of Faith
Our foundation
Parousia Church stands on the authority of God's Word and the lordship of Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church. We believe the Bible is God-breathed, without error, and the final authority for all faith and life. 2 Timothy 3:16–17 · Colossians 1:18
The name Parousia comes from the Greek word for the coming of Christ. It expresses our joyful expectation that Jesus will return as the Bridegroom to receive His Church, His Bride, to Himself. John 14:1–3 · Matthew 25:1–13 · Ephesians 5:25–27 · Revelation 19:7–9
While we wait, we are committed to lives that are holy, faithful, and watchful, devoted to His mission and His kingdom. Titus 2:11–14 · 2 Peter 3:11–14 · Matthew 24:42–46
We affirm the historic Christian faith and the gospel of salvation through Jesus Christ alone, and we call all people to repentance, faith, and reconciliation with God. John 3:16 · Acts 4:12
We believe
Twelve core beliefs
Salvation
Salvation is the gift of God, received by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone, through His atoning death and resurrection.
John 3:16 · Ephesians 2:8–9 · Romans 5:1 · Romans 10:9–10 · Titus 3:4–7
Jesus Christ
Jesus is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man. He was born of a virgin, lived without sin, died on the cross, rose bodily, ascended to heaven, intercedes for us, and will return visibly in power and glory.
John 1:14 · Isaiah 7:14 · Hebrews 4:15 · 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 · Acts 1:9–11 · Hebrews 7:25
The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit convicts of sin, gives new birth, lives within every believer, empowers us for holy living and ministry, and gives spiritual gifts to the Church.
John 16:8–13 · Titus 3:5 · Romans 8:9–11 · 1 Corinthians 12:4–11 · Galatians 5:22–23
Humanity and Sin
Every person is created in the image of God with dignity and worth. Through the Fall, humanity is separated from God by sin, and only His grace can save.
Genesis 1:26–27 · Romans 3:23 · Romans 5:12 · Ephesians 2:1–3
The Church
The Church is the body of Christ, made up of all who are born again. It exists to worship God, make disciples, proclaim the gospel, serve others, and display God's kingdom.
Matthew 28:18–20 · Acts 2:42–47 · 1 Corinthians 12:12–27 · Ephesians 4:11–16
Expositional Preaching
We teach the Bible chapter by chapter and verse by verse, letting the text itself shape the message.
2 Timothy 4:1–2
Baptism and the Lord's Supper
Christ gave the Church two ordinances. Baptism identifies the believer with His death and resurrection, and the Lord's Supper proclaims His death until He comes.
Matthew 28:19–20 · Romans 6:3–4 · Luke 22:19–20 · 1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Holy Living and Mission
Believers are called to holiness, love, justice, humility, and witness, to be salt and light, and to carry the gospel to all nations.
Micah 6:8 · Matthew 5:13–16 · Romans 12:1–2 · 1 Peter 1:15–16 · Acts 1:8
The Parousia: The Return of Christ
Jesus Christ will return personally, visibly, bodily, and in glory. His coming will bring the resurrection of the dead, the final judgment, and the fullness of His kingdom. This is our blessed hope, and the reason we live ready.
Matthew 24:30–31 · Acts 1:11 · 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 · Titus 2:13 · Revelation 22:12, 20
Resurrection, Judgment, and Eternal Destiny
All people will be raised bodily. God will judge the world through Jesus Christ. Those who receive His grace will live with Him forever; those who reject it will be eternally separated from Him.
Daniel 12:2 · John 5:28–29 · Matthew 25:31–46 · Revelation 20:11–15 · Revelation 21:1–4
The New Creation
God will make a new heaven and a new earth where righteousness dwells, and His redeemed people will serve Him forever.
Isaiah 65:17 · 2 Peter 3:13 · Revelation 21:1–5 · Revelation 22:1–5
“Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.”
Matthew 24:42
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