What We Believe

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21st Century Church of Christ Core BelieFS

Bible

We believe the Bible to be the complete Word of God.
That the 66 books of the Old and New Testament were inspired by the Spirit of God as originally written
That the Bible is the final authority in all matters of faith and conduct · 2 Timothy 3:16

God

We believe in one God, Creator of all, holy, sovereign, eternal, His name is Yahweh. He is in unity with the Son and the Holy Spirit

Jesus Christ

We believe in the absolute and essential deity of our Lord Jesus Christ

In His eternal existence, with the Father in pre-incarnate glory
In His work of creation, in His virgin birth, sinless life, substitutionary death and bodily resurrection
In His triumphant ascension, mediatorial ministry and personal return

The Holy Spirit

We believe in the personality of the Holy Spirit

Who convinces of sin, of righteousness and of judgment
Who regenerates, indwells, seals, sanctifies, illuminates and comforts those who believe in Jesus Christ
Who baptizes believers at conversion into the Body of Christ and bestows upon them His gifts sovereignly as He wills and fills those yielded to Him

Mankind

We believe that Adam was divinely created in the image of God

That by the sin of disobedience he fell from that state
That all his posterity inherited spiritual depravity and defilement
That all men therefore are guilty before God and condemned to physical and spiritual death

Ten Commandments

We believe that the commandments are still useful and practical in our every day lives

Written by the Finger of Yahweh
Contained in the Ark of the Covenant which is in Heaven
Restated in the New Testament as a template for good works and avoidance of sin
Existed before being given to the Israelites at Sinai
Abraham followed God's statutes and commandments and was counted as righteous
Noah understood the laws of clean and unclean meats

Sabbath

We believe in resting from work, though not required, just as God did on the seventh day

Remember the Sabbath to keep it holy. You can only remember something that already existed.
Israelites knew not to collect manna on the seventh day before Sinai
Sabbath was made at creation

Feasts

We believe the feasts of the Lord Yahweh hold special significance for the people of God.

Not only historical commemorations but also carry prophetic significance
Point to the work of Christ and the Kingdom of God
Instituted by Yahweh as times of celebration, remembrance, and worship

For a list of the feasts and a brief description of each, click here.

Messianic Community (The Church)

The church or messianic community is the body of Christ.

The collective body of believers, both Jewish and Gentile
We acknowledge Yeshua (Jesus) as the Messiah
Believes Christ's death and resurrection as the means of salvation for all believers
Observes the teachings and commandments of Jesus as stated in the New Testament
Engages in practices or ordinances such as baptism, foot washing, and communion
Transcends cultural, ethnic, and national boundaries with Christ as our Head

Salvation

We believe that salvation is by the sovereign grace of God

That by the Father, Christ voluntarily suffered a propitiatory death
That justification is by faith alone in the all-sufficient sacrifice and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ
That those whom God has effectually called shall be divinely preserved and ultimately perfected in the image of the Lord

To read our statement of faith that covers the teachings of the church in detail click here.

Yahweh, the god of abraham

The name "Yahweh" is a profound and sacred name for God in the Hebrew Bible, known as the Tetragrammaton, which consists of four Hebrew letters: Yod, Heh, Vav, Heh (יהוה). This name is considered so sacred by Jewish tradition that it is not pronounced as it is written. Instead, when reading the Scriptures, Jews commonly use the name "Adonai," meaning "Lord," to show reverence.

Exodus 3:14 presents a pivotal moment where the name Yahweh is revealed to Moses. God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM." And He said, "Thus you shall say to the children of Israel, 'I AM has sent me to you.'" This name signifies God's eternal existence, self-sufficiency, and unchanging nature. It is a declaration of His sovereignty and uniqueness, highlighting that He is the ultimate reality upon which all other existence depends.

Throughout the Bible, Yahweh is depicted as the Creator of the universe, the God who delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, and the One who established a covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The use of "Yahweh" in the Scriptures emphasizes God's personal relationship with His people, His faithfulness, and His desire to be known and worshipped by humanity.

Jesus Christ (yeshua hamaschiac)

Jesus Christ is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of the prophecies of the Old Testament. He is recognized and worshipped by Christians as the Son of God, the second person of the Holy Trinity, and the Savior of humanity through His death and resurrection. The name "Jesus" means "Yahweh saves" or "Yahweh is salvation," reflecting His divine mission, while "Christ" is a title derived from the Greek word "Christos," meaning "Anointed One," equivalent to the Hebrew "Messiah."

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John provide detailed accounts of Jesus' life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection. Born to the Virgin Mary in Bethlehem, His early life was spent in Nazareth. His public ministry, which lasted approximately three years, was characterized by teaching, healing, and proclaiming the Kingdom of God. Jesus' message emphasized love, compassion, forgiveness, and the need for repentance and faith in God. He challenged social norms, religious legalism, and the practices of the time that were contrary to the essence of God's law.

One of His most quoted teachings is found in John 14:6, where He says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." This statement encapsulates the Christian belief that salvation and eternal life are found solely through faith in Jesus Christ.

His crucifixion was the culmination of His earthly ministry, a sacrificial death for the sins of humanity. However, His resurrection three days later, as reported by the Gospels, is the cornerstone of Christian faith, symbolizing victory over sin and death. Acts 1:9-11 describes His ascension into heaven, where He is seated at the right hand of the Father, interceding for believers and promising to return.

Jesus Christ's teachings and actions continue to inspire love, service, and hope among millions around the world, making Him not only a historical figure but the living and reigning Lord of all creation.

Holy Spirit (ruach hakodesh)

"Ruach HaKodesh" is a Hebrew term that translates to "Holy Spirit" or "Holy Ghost" in English. In the Bible, the concept of the Holy Spirit plays a significant role, both in the Old and New Testaments, depicting the presence and power of God in the world and within individuals.

In the Old Testament, the term "Ruach" refers to the "Spirit of God" or "breath of God," signifying God's active presence in creation, prophecy, and giving life. For example, Genesis 1:2 mentions, "And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters," indicating the Spirit's involvement in the act of creation. Similarly, the prophets of the Old Testament often spoke of being filled with the Spirit of God, enabling them to proclaim God's messages.

The New Testament reveals a more personal and enduring presence of the Holy Spirit among believers. Jesus promised His disciples the Holy Spirit as a Helper, Counselor, and source of strength and guidance. In John 14:26, Jesus says, "But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you." This promise was fulfilled on the day of Pentecost, as described in Acts 2, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles, empowering them to preach the Gospel with boldness and perform miracles.

The Holy Spirit is considered the third person of the Trinity, fully God, alongside the Father and the Son (Jesus Christ). The Spirit's roles include convicting the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8), guiding believers into all truth (John 16:13), regenerating and renewing believers (Titus 3:5), and distributing spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-11) for the edification of the church and the fulfillment of its mission.

The presence of the Holy Spirit in a believer's life is a hallmark of the Christian faith, providing assurance of God's love, fostering spiritual growth, and enabling a life that reflects the character and purposes of God.