Our Beliefs
Grace Community Church is a member church of the Presbyterian Church in America, one of the fastest growing denominations in the United States. Below is a basic summary of what we believe.
We are Bible-Based
We believe the Bible is God’s Word, completely trustworthy and without error. The Bible is the ultimate authority for all that we believe and practice in life.
We Are Historic
We hold to the historic statements of faith from the early church, such as the Apostle’s Creed and Nicene Creed.
We are Reformed
We stand within the rich tradition of the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century, particularly the theological tradition of John Calvin. The Westminster Confession of Faith which was written in the 17th century is a beautiful expression of the central teachings of the Bible, and has served as the doctrinal standard for Presbyterians for hundreds of years.
What We Believe about God
The Bible teaches us that there is one God who eternally exists in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. God is the maker, sustainer and redeemer of all things. He is infinite and unchangeable. He is holy, just, good, merciful, loving, compassionate and perfect in every way. He is beyond comprehension, yet he has been pleased to draw near and make himself known in ways we can comprehend. We are truly amazed with our awesome God.
What We Believe About People
The Bible teaches us that human beings are created in the image of their creator to enjoy God and honor Him in their entirety. The human race, however, is estranged from its creator through the overwhelming power of sin that originated from Adam and Eve. Left to ourselves, we would not fulfill the magnificent purpose for which we were created, but instead perish forever.
What We Believe About Jesus
We believe Jesus is fully God and fully man. Jesus took on human flesh and entered the world as a small baby. He lived a sinless life, obeying God’s law completely, suffered the wrath of God and died on the cross. On the third day he rose from the dead. All of this was for us and for our salvation, to atone for sin and to offer the free gift of eternal life.
What we believe about Salvation
From beginning to end, salvation is of the Lord and is received by faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by good works — although good works are evidence of faith. Salvation is a free gift, won by Christ and applied to believers by the Holy Spirit. It is also holistic in that it encompasses every aspect of human life.
What We Believe about the Church
The people of God from all ages, all walks of life and from every nation and tongue who are saved by the blood of Jesus Christ are part of the true Church. Jesus is the head of the Church while believers are part of “the body of Christ.” Christians join together in local communities or churches to worship the Lord, to grow together in his likeness, and to enjoy serving Him together.