What We Believe

The following are the core beliefs of Bethel based on the foundational truths taught in the bible. All of our teaching and ministry is rooted in and flows out of these biblical doctrines.

We believe there is only one God, who revealed Himself
to humanity in the person of Jesus Christ.
Deuteronomy 6:4; 1 Timothy 3:16; John 14:9

We believe salvation is only found in Jesus Christ and is appropriated to humanity by God's grace through
the New Testament new-birth experience.
Acts 4:12; Ephesians 2:8; John 3:3-7

We believe the new-birth experience is comprised of repentance, water baptism by full immersion in the name of Jesus Christ, and the infilling
of the Holy Spirit. This is the New Testament pattern for all believers
to follow as a result of their faith in Christ.
Acts 2:38; Luke 13:1-5; Acts 10:44-48; Acts 19:5-6

We believe when someone receives the baptism of the Holy Spirit, that person will speak with other tongues under
the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:4; Acts 19:6; Isaiah 28:11

We believe disciples of Christ are called to live a holy,
pure life before God and all humanity.
2 Corinthians 6:14-17; Hebrews 12:14

We believe the church will be raptured by Christ prior to the great tribulation and will exist with Him forever in eternity.
1 Thessalonians 4:15-18; 1 Corinthians 15:51-52; 1 Thessalonians 1:10

We believe God's power is still active in the church and healings, signs, and miracles are available to
God's people through faith in Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 13:8; 1 Corinthians 2:4; 1 Peter 2:24