Christian Life Profile
THE ESSENTIALS WE BELIEVE
1. GOD
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14
2. JESUS CHRIST
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13
3. THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every Christian a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.
2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13;
Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18
4. THE BIBLE
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It is written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because God inspires it, it is the truth without any mixture of error.
2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 30:5
5. HUMAN BEINGS
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” This attitude separates people from God and causes all problems in life.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6, 59:1-2; Romans 3:23
6. SALVATION
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 sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6; Titus 3:5
7. THE CHURCH
The Church is made up of individuals who have been made right with God through faith in Jesus Christ. This is the body of Christ and Christ is the Head of His Church. The New Testament refers to the Church in three different ways. First, as the worldwide body of Christ. Second, as a group of Christians in a specific region. Third, as a small group of Christians in a local area.
Matthew 16:15-19; Acts 2:41-47; Romans 16:4; Galatians 1:2; Ephesians 1:22-23
8. ETERNITY
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally with God is heaven. Heaven and hell are real places of eternal existence.
John 3:16, 14:17; Romans 6:23, 8:17-18; 1 Corinthians 2:7-9; Revelation 20:15
9. STEWARDSHIP
God is the source of all blessings and all we have is His. God has placed us as stewards of His possessions. We are to serve God with our time, talents, and material possessions, giving what we have to build God’s Kingdom and to help others.
Malachi 3:8-12; Matthew 23:23; Acts 2:44-47; 2 Corinthians 8-9
10. FAMILY
God created family as the foundational institution of human society. Marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman. Children, from the moment of conception, are a blessing and heritage from the Lord. Parents are to teach their children spiritual and moral values and lead them by a consistent lifestyle based upon Biblical truth.
Genesis 1:26-28; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Matthew 19:3-9; 1 Corinthians 7; Ephesians 5:21-6:4
THE HABITS WE DO
HOW CAN I BECOME A CHRIST-FOLLOWER? Develop disciplined habits
You have put off the old self with its habits, and have put on the new self…which God is continually renewing in His own image, to bring you to a full knowledge of Himself.
- Colossians 3:9-10
1. BIBLE STUDY
If you continue in my Word, then you are my disciples indeed. And you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.
- John 8:31-32
2. PRAYER
If you remain in me, and my words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish, and you shall have it…in this way you become my disciples.
- John 15:7-8
3. FELLOWSHIP
Love each other just as much as I love you. Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are my disciples.
- John 13:34-35
4. SERVICE
Spiritual Gifts:
Now there are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but it is the same Holy Spirit who is the source of them all. There are different kinds of service in the church, but it is the same Lord we are serving. There are different ways God works in our lives, but it is the same God who does the work through all of us. A spiritual gift is given to each of us as a means of helping the entire church.
- 1 Corinthians 12:4-7
Giving:
None of you can be my disciple unless he gives up all his possessions.
- Luke 14:33
The purpose of tithing is to teach you to always put God first in your lives.
- Deuteronomy 14:23
THE VIRTUES WE ARE
1. JOY
Having inner contentment and purpose in spite of our circumstances.
John 15:11
2. PEACE
Being free from anxiety because things are right between God and me, and between others and me.
Philippians 4:6-7
3. FAITH
Being faithful to fulfill God’s will for our life and trusting we please God by our trust.
Proverbs 3:3-4; Hebrews 11
4. SELF-CONTROL
Having the power to control ourselves.
1 Thessalonians 5:6
5. LOVE
Unconditionally loving others.
1 John 4:10-12
6. PATIENCE
Being patient with others.
Proverbs 14:29
7. KINDNESS / GOODNESS
Choosing to consistently do the right thing in our relationships with others.
1 Thessalonians 5:15
8. GENTLENESS
Being thoughtful, considerate, and calm as we deal with others.
Philippians 4:5
9. HUMILITY
Choosing to esteem others above ourselves.
Philippians 2:3-4
10. HOPE
Coping with the hardships of life and death because of the hope we have in Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 6:17-20
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