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 | If you are wondering about our beliefs, several of them are listed below. Founded upon the Holy Scriptures, we stand and hold these ideals in our minds and hearts.[Continued] -First Church Staff |
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Moral Standard for the Saints of God We are to honor and give glory to God because our bodies are the temples of the Holy Ghost (Romans 12:1,2; I Corinthians 6:19-21; 10:31). If we walk in the Spirit, we will not fulfill the works and lusts of the flesh (Galations 5:16). The works of the flesh that do not glorify God are found in several passages of Scripture (Romans 1:24; I Corinthians 6:9,10; Galations 5:19-21; Revelations 21:8).
The works of the flesh that are condemned and named include: homosexuality, adultery, worldly attitudes, evil communication (gossip, angry outbursts, profane and filthy words), murder, drunkenness, stealing, and witchcraft.
When we respect the liberty in Christ that is ours as a benefit, it should not be an occasion for one to slip back under the dominion of the power of Satan (John 8:32, 36; Romans 6:14; 8:2). We are not to become entangled again under the yoke of bondage (Galations 5:1).
In light of this God given liberty, it is imperative that the saints refrain and abstain from all alcoholic beverages and any habit forming or mood-altering substances - chemical substances are forbidden for the saints of God. These vices are out of character and do not perpetuate a positive moral ethic for those who are sanctified. Saints must never participate in activities such as gambling or playing the lottery. These things will corrupt the temple of god and enslave the Spirit that had once made us free (Isaiah 28:7; James 1:21).
The foundation of First Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ is built upon the timeless truths found in the inspired Scriptures. The "Holiness of God" is our creed (the basic essential tenets of our faith which is supported and undergirded by the authority of God's Word) in and for our daily living. Our theology (the study of God's discipline for holy living and views that certify our doctrine as written in the Scriptures) is rooted and grounded in our knowledge and comprehension of the mystery of the Oneness in the Godhead, repentance for sins and water baptisms in the Name of Jesus Christ and then receiving the baptism of the Holy Ghost with the initial evidence of speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance, and living a holy life in this present evil world until Christ comes for His Church - whether we be alive or asleep.
Many who had once loved and held the Truth of God dear to their hearts and maintained the faith in its orthodox perspective in principles, have let down the standard, giving heed to many seducing spirits.
It is the global and objective of this body, with God to be our helper to: - hold to and stand for Truth that the devil has obscured from they eyes of many in these last and evil days;
- to hold Scripture as the ruling guide for our conduct; re-affirm our standard of holiness in doctrine, principles, and conduct;
- to have its Minsters and members reflect this standard of holiness in their daily walk with God;
- to have ministers and member prayerfully guard their lives and not to be conformed to this world in selfish gain, willful pride, worldly appearance, worldly attitudes, nor to associate with those who are deliberate in their attempt; and not attack the Church, which God has purchased with His blood.
Peace Be Unto You and With Your Spirit |
