Here are some of our basic beliefs at Providence. You do not have to believe exactly as we do to come along to our church but please realise that we as a church will not change our beliefs on the items listed below:

GOD

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe.  He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.  These three are co-equal and are one God.

(Genesis 1:1, 26,27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14)

MANKIND

We are all made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character.  We are the supreme objects of God's creation.  Although mankind has tremendous potential for good, we are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin.  This attitude separated us from God.

(Genesis 1:27; Psalm :3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1,2)

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.

(John 3:16, Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15 (Hell); Matthew 25:41; Revelation 21:27 (Heaven))

JESUS CHRIST

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with God the Father.  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 to Heaven's glory 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; 1 Timothy 6:14,15; Titus 2:13)

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 or forgiveness can we be saved from sin's penalty.  Eternal life with God 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)

ETERNAL SECURITY

Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in his 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; 2 Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 7:25; Hebrews 10:10,14; 1 Peter 1:3-5)

THE HOLY SPIRIT

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God.  He 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 the power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right.  The Christian seeks to live under His control daily.

(2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; John 14; John 16; John 17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:3; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:1)

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 mixture of error.

(2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105-160; Psalm 12:6; Proverbs 30:5)