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Our Beliefs

What We Believe

At Grace City Church, we are built on the foundation of God’s Word, God’s presence, and God’s power. Our beliefs shape everything we do—from how we worship to how we serve our community. We are passionate about leading people into a life-changing relationship with Jesus, rooted in biblical truth, authentic community, and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
God
We believe in one eternal, all-powerful, all-knowing God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—by whom all things were created. He is ever-present, unchanging, perfect, and completely worthy of our trust. Above all, He is holy. God is completely good, loving, compassionate, and faithful to His people and His promises. He rules over all creation with justice and mercy, and He invites us into a life-changing relationship with Him.

Genesis 1:1; Deuteronomy 32:39; 1 Samuel 2:2; Isaiah 44:8; Luke 18:19; 1 Corinthians 8:6
Jesus
Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully God and fully man. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin. He lived a sinless life, died unjustly, and rose again to conquer sin and death, providing a way for man to be eternally reconciled to God. Through His death and resurrection, we have access to freedom, victory, and eternal life. He ascended to heaven and will return again to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Matthew 1:18-23; John 1:1-5; Romans 6:9-10; Luke 24:46-47; Acts 1:9-11; Revelation 1:7; Colossians 1:19-20
The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is fully God, equal with the Father and the Son. He is not just a force, but the very presence of God with us and in us. He convicts, comforts, empowers, and guides us into truth. The Holy Spirit produces fruit in the life of a believer and strengthens us to walk in holiness, boldness, and spiritual authority.

Genesis 1:2; John 14:16-17; John 16:7-15; Romans 8:11; Galatians 5:16-25; 1 Corinthians 2:12-14; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 2 Corinthians 3:17; Ephesians 1:13-14; Ephesians 3:16; 2 Timothy 1:7; Titus 3:5
The Bible
The Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. Written by human authors under the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit, it is the ultimate standard for truth, faith, and godly living. As God’s revealed Word, it speaks with final authority on all matters of belief, morality, and conduct. We do not conform Scripture to culture; instead, Scripture shapes how we live, think, and follow Jesus.

2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 119:105; Hebrews 4:12; Matthew 4:4
Humanity
Humanity is created in the image of God and is the supreme object of His creation. We were designed for fellowship with God but became separated through sin. Redemption is found only through Jesus Christ. Every person, from conception to natural death, possesses dignity and immeasurable worth. Our identity is not found in gender, sexuality, race, or status, but in being sons and daughters of God. As followers of Jesus, we are called to defend, protect, and value all human life with respect and love.

Genesis 1:26-31; Romans 5:12-21; Jeremiah 1:5; Ephesians 2:1-3; Matthew 25:40; Psalm 127:3; Psalm 139:13-16; Proverbs 31:8-9
Salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift to you if you accept it. This gift was given to everyone through the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We can never make up for our sin with self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can you be saved from sin’s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment you receive Jesus Christ into your life by faith.

John 14:6; Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:9-10
Eternity
We believe that people were created to exist forever – either in communion with God through forgiveness and salvation, which is only found in Jesus, or eternally separated from God by sin. God honors each person’s choice for separation or communion.

John 3:16; John 10:28-29; Romans 8:38-39; Philippians 1:6; Deuteronomy 30:19-20; Matthew 25:46; Revelation 21:1-4
The Church, It's Mission and Ministry
The Church is the representative of Jesus on earth, called to carry out the Great Commission and demonstrate the power of His name. We are a movement of imperfect people who have encountered Jesus and are carrying His presence into the world. We are called to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love others as ourselves (Matthew 22:37-39). In His name, we are empowered to cast out demons, heal the sick, and push back darkness, advancing the light of God’s kingdom.

God has appointed men and women as ministers, to lead the Church through the fivefold ministry gifts—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—given to equip and build up the Body of Christ. Leadership in the Church carries a sacred responsibility, and those called to ministry will one day answer to God for their stewardship. Spiritual leaders are held to a higher standard, called to lead with integrity, humility, and the fear of the Lord.

Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:42-47; Ephesians 2:19-22; Ephesians 4:11-12; 2 Timothy 4:2; Acts 20:28; James 3:1
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a gift for every believer, empowering us to walk in boldness, faith, and supernatural power. Through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, believers are equipped with supernatural gifts and power to live out their calling, demonstrating God’s kingdom on earth.

Luke 24:49; Acts 2:4; Acts 19:6; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
Divine Healing
Healing is not just something God does; it is who He is. Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross not only secured our salvation but also provided healing for the whole person: body, soul, and spirit. It is God’s will for all to be healed. Throughout Scripture, we see God’s desire to restore, renew, and bring wholeness to His people.

We believe that physical healing is part of God’s redemptive work, and we pray with faith and expectation, knowing that Jesus is still the Healer today. Whether through miraculous intervention, the laying on of hands, or the power of prayer, we stand on God’s Word, believing that healing is available to all through faith.
 
Malachi 4:2; Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:16-17; James 5:14-15; Exodus 15:26; 3 John 1:2, Psalm 103:2-3; Mark 16:17-18; Acts 10:38
Giving
Giving is an act of worship, trust, and obedience to God. Scripture teaches that as we bring the tithe and offering, we honor God as our provider and partner with Him to advance His kingdom. God is faithful to bless His people, providing abundantly as a harvest to the seed sown. We give not out of obligation but with faith and expectation, knowing that generosity opens the door for His provision and supernatural increase.

Proverbs 3:9-10; Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:6-8; Luke 6:38; Acts 20:35; Philippians 4:19
Sexuality and Biblical Morality
God calls us to live with purity and integrity in every area of life, including our sexuality. Scripture teaches that sexual immorality—including adultery, fornication, homosexual behavior, and pornography—falls outside of God’s design for human flourishing. Yet we firmly believe that God’s grace is greater than sin and that His power brings true freedom. We welcome every person with love, believing that no one is beyond the transforming work of Jesus.

Deuteronomy 22:5; Romans 1:26-27; Leviticus 18:22; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; 1 Timothy 1:3-17
Sacraments
Water Baptism

Baptism is an outward declaration of an inward transformation. The Bible teaches that all who repent and believe in Christ are to be baptized by full immersion, following His example and command (Matthew 28:19). Baptism symbolizes the believer’s identification with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection—dying to sin and rising into new life in Christ. It is not a means of salvation but a public act of obedience that signifies a life fully surrendered to Jesus. We baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, in accordance with Scripture."

Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:3-4; Acts 2:38; Colossians 2:12

Holy Communion

Communion is more than a ritual—it is an encounter with Jesus. The bread and the cup are symbolic of Christ’s body and blood, given for our redemption. When we take Communion, we remember His suffering and sacrifice on the cross, celebrate our salvation, and receive His life. The Lord’s table is also a moment of renewal, where believers examine their hearts, receive forgiveness, and experience the healing power of Jesus Christ. We believe in approaching Communion with faith and expectation, knowing that His presence is real and transformative in our lives.

Luke 22:19-20; 1 Corinthians 10:16-17; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Isaiah 53:5

Marriage

It is God who created both man and woman, and it is God who designed and blessed the first marriage and family. We affirm that marriage is defined in the Bible as a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, instituted by God and publicly entered into before God. Children are a gift from God, and we affirm that there are only two genders— male and female—as designed by God and determined at birth.

Genesis 1:27-28, 2:18, 2:24; Psalm 127:3, 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:5