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About God. God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He is Holy in nature. He has eternally existed in three personalities: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
About Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people. He died on a cross, rose again, ascended to heaven, and is interceding for us.
About the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. As Christians, we seek to live under his control daily.
About the Bible. The Bible is God's word to us. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living.
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About Salvation. Salvation is God's free Gift to everyone who will believe that Jesus' shed blood brings forgiveness for our sins. Although it is free, we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his or her life.
About Entire Sanctification. The word "sanctify" means to be set apart or made Holy. There is a difference between accepting God's gift of salvation and living a life of service for God. Sanctification begins at the moment of salvation. Entire sanctification is when a person not only accepts God's gift of salvation but turns his or her whole life completely over to God.
About Free Will or Choice. Christ made all the arrangements necessary so that we can be saved, but He did not take away our freedom of choice. While God chose us, we must choose, accept, and live out our relationship with Him.
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