Doctrinal Beliefs

"Therefore you shall be careful to do as the LORD your God has commanded you; you shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left" (Deuteronomy 5:32).

What does the Bible really teach on life’s most important, fundamental topics? What are the underlying truths about our human nature, God and His plan for humanity? The answers are here in our biblically-rooted Doctrinal Beliefs.

Featured Content in Doctrinal Beliefs

World Held Captive: Soon to Be Set Free!
A World Held Captive: Soon to Be Set Free!
by Jerold Aust

Most Bible believers think this is God's world—but how can we reconcile that with all the crime, violence, wars, oppression, starvation and disasters we see all around us? The surprising fact is that, in terms of human society and its impact, this is not God's world, but a world that has been kidnapped by an unseen enemy. Here's the story of how it was kidnapped and how it will be set free!

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The Feast of Pentecost and Its Meaning For All Mankind
Arthur Suckling
The Feast of Pentecost and Its Meaning For All Mankind

Pentecost has three different names. Those names point to different aspect of what the day means.

Posted May 17, 2013 | 1 comments
Inherent Beliefs
A blog post by Whitney Creech
Inherent Beliefs

One of the most important things I’ve learned in my three years of marriage is that everyone has grown up learning different ways to do daily tasks: washing the dishes, doing the laundry, folding clothes, etc. I had to learn that my husband’s way of folding a t-shirt is just as effective as mine. In fact, his way actually saved some time. So I put my pride aside and quickly learned a more effective way to get laundry done. This is a simple example of how learning something new can actually be good, even though it’s not the way I was raised.
Posted May 17, 2013 | 0 comments
God's Spiritual Family: Will You Be in the Picture?
John LaBissoniere
A woman holding an old family photo.

While many people treasure photographs of family events and celebrations, there is one "family picture" God would like you to esteem more than any other. This marvelous image has everything to do with the astonishing future that awaits you.

Posted May 15, 2013 | 0 comments
Has Religion Lied to You?
Steve Myers
Darris McNeely

Is it possible your religion has misled you about God? Consider the Trinity doctrine. Is it biblical? You need to know.

Posted May 3, 2013 | 1 comments
Deification As Children of God
Tom Robinson

The wonderful truth laid out in this article (read the article "The Mystery of Human Existence: Why Are You Here?") will surely come as quite a shock to those who have heard only the traditional view of mainstream Christianity regarding the ultimate reward of the righteous.

Posted April 30, 2013 | 0 comments
"Made Lower - but Only for a While"
Tom Robinson

Note David's statement in Psalm 8:5 that man has been made "a little lower than the angels" or "heavenly beings," as the English Standard Version translates it.

Posted April 30, 2013 | 0 comments
The Mystery of Human Existence: Why Are You Here?
Tom Robinson
A silouette of a man looking at a sunset.

What is the meaning of life? Why were you born? What is your ultimate destiny? There is a real answer to these questions. The Creator God made you for an awesome purpose—a purpose He has revealed in the Bible.

Posted April 30, 2013 | 0 comments
Scripture: The grass withers and the flower fades, but the word of our God shall stand for ever -Isaiah 40:8
A blog post by Mitchell Moss
The grass withers, the flower fades: but the word of our God shall stand forever

The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

-Isaiah 40:8

Higher Resolution
Posted April 22, 2013 | 0 comments
A Civil Discussion About Gay Marriage
A blog post by Heather Disher

I’m guessing I’m not the only one who has felt overwhelmed and confused by the intense and dramatic language often used by friends dabbling in “Gay Rights” Activism. The controversy about “gay marriage” has stirred up and divided friends, families, and churches lately. I have often felt at a loss for words when trying to have a respectful discussion, as I sorted out the many disjointed and forcefully presented arguments. My hope is to help you to feel competent and calm in your own respectful discussions with your friends, family or coworkers.
Posted April 15, 2013 | 2 comments
You're Probably Not Saved, Yet
Steve Myers
Darris McNeely
Gary Petty

Are you sure you have eternal life? How do you know if you're saved? What is salvation, really? You need to know.

Posted April 12, 2013 | 4 comments

Videos in Doctrinal Beliefs

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The Moment After You Die

What happens after death? Whatever you think you know can be challenged from the one source that gives the real answer.

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Fate, Fortune and Your Future

What's ahead for your life? Turn to the only dependable resource that can show you what your future really holds.

Doctrinal Beliefs Sermons

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What Does the Bible say about Hell?
Presented by Robin Webber

What does hell mean to you? And what kind of a god would create a hell for humanity? What does the Bible say about hell?

Posted June 16, 2001 | 0 comments |
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Holidays or Holy Days
Presented by David Mills

Is it OK to celebrate Christmas?


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Posted December 21, 2011 | 4 comments

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