Happening Ecumenical Statement of Faith

We believe:

In one God, eternally existing in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19, John 4:24, 2 Corinthians 13:14)

Humankind was created to have fellowship with God, but because of sin is now separated from God and in need of forgiveness. (Genesis 3:1-24, Romans 5:12-18, Romans 8:3-4, 1 John 1:8,)

God offers forgiveness for sin through His Son Jesus Christ. His death on the cross was the necessary sacrifice. (John 3:16, Philippians 2:8)

We are saved from eternal separation from God when we confess our sins, accept God’s forgiveness, and ask Jesus Christ to be Lord of our lives. (Acts 3:19,    Romans 10:9, 1 John 1:9)

We are commanded in scripture to be filled with the Holy Spirit. This happens as we surrender our will to God’s and ask Him to direct and empower our lives.  (John 3:5-8, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:38, Ephesians 1:13-14)

When we accept God’s grace through Jesus Christ, the Spirit of Christ comes to live in our hearts by faith. (Romans 8:10, 1 Corinthians 3:16)

As God’s people we are commanded to "go therefore and make disciples of all nations." We joyfully share the good news of God’s gospel to all of those God brings to our lives. (Matthew 28:19-20)

All scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction and for training in righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12)