Purpose and Belief
Covenant is not a place or the building in which we meet. Covenant is a family God has gathered together with a united purpose and common beliefs.
Covenant is "people".
About GodTheology, Catechism, Doctrine, Confession
These are words that can often spark an image of the Christian church as an exclusive organization that requires its members to fit a rigid mold. At Covenant, we hope that you will come to find not a surface “religion” with lofty rules and regulations, but a personal “relationship” with God that drives all our decisions and actions.
We receive into membership anyone who acknowledges having entered into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and who has made a public profession of faith by being baptized. There is nothing to sign and no conditions or rules that can only be followed by an elite few. We believe if one has been received by God, then they should be received by the local church. Members are encouraged to understand and follow the foundational teachings and practices of the church, and to support the overall Covenant vision.
Purpose
VISION:
Covenant is a God-centered church, leading people into an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ, purposefully building bridges that connect Christ to our community, region and world.
Belief
About God
God is the Creator and ruler of the universe. He eternally exists in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, who together are God.
Genesis 1:1, 26,27 Genesis 3:22
Psalm 90:2 Matthew 28:19
1 Peter 1:2 II Corinthians 13:14
About Mankind
We are all made in the spiritual image of God to be like Him in character. We are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although mankind has tremendous potential for good, we are marred by an attitude of disobedience towards God called “sin”. This attitude separates us from God.
Genesis 1:27 Psalm 8:3-6
Isaiah 53:6a Romans 3:23
Isaiah 59:1-2
About Eternity
We all were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. The place of eternal separation from God is called Hell. Heaven is the place of eternal union and eternal life with God.
HEAVEN HELL
Matthews 25:41 John 3:16
Revelation 21:27 Romans 6:23
Revelation 20:15
About Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended back into Heaven and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22-23 Isaiah 9:6 John 1:1-5
John 14:10-30 Hebrews 4:14-15 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Romans 1:3-4 Acts 1:9-11 I Timothy 6:14-15
Titus 2:13
About Salvation
Salvation is a gift from God to mankind. 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 we be saved from sin’s penalty. A relationship with God as a Christian begins the moment we receive Jesus Christ into our life by faith.
Romans 6:23 Ephesians 2:8-9 John 14:6
John 1:12 Titus 3:5 Galatians 3:26
Romans 5:1
About Eternal Security
Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in this salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the self-effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives this security.
John 10:29 II Timothy 1:12
Hebrews 7:25; 10:10,14 I Peter 1:3-5
About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is present in the world to make mankind aware of our 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. The Christian seeks to live under His control daily.
II Corinthians 3:17 John 16: 7-13 John 14:16-17
Acts 1:8 I Corinthians 2:12 Ephesians 1:13
I Corinthians 3:16 Galatians 5:25 Ephesians 5:1
About the Bible
The Bible is God’s word to all mankind. It was 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 it is inspired by God it is truth without any error.
I Timothy 3:16 II Peter 1:20-21 II Timothy 1:13
Psalm 119:105, 160 Psalm 12:6 Proverbs 30:5
