I. THE SCRIPTURE

We believe that the Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired, and is a perfect treasure of heavenly instruction. That it has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture of error for its matter. That it reveals the principles by which God will judge us. And therefore is, and shall remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and opinions shall be tried.

II. THE TRUE GOD

We believe the Scripture teach that there is one, and only one, Living God; an infinite, intelligent Spirit, whose name is Jehovah; the Maker and Supreme Ruler of heaven and earth; inexpressibly glorious in holiness, and worthy of all possible honor confidence and love. That in the unity of the Godhead there are three persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost; equal in every divine perfection, and executing distinct but harmonious offices in the great work of redemption.  

III. THE FALL OF MAN

We believe the Scripture teach that Man was created in holiness, under the law of this Maker; but by voluntary transgressions fell from that holy and happy state; in consequence of which all mankind are now sinners, not by constraint but by nature utterly void of that condemnation to eternal ruin, without defense or excuse.

IV. THE WAY OF SALVATION

We believe that the Scriptures teach that the salvation of sinners is wholly of grace. Through the mediatorial offices of the Son of God; who by the appointment of the Father, freely took upon him our nature, yet without sin. Honored the divine law by his personal obedience, and his death made a full atonement for our sins; that having risen from the dead, he is now enthroned in heaven; and uniting in his wonderful person the tenderest sympathies with divine perfection’s. He is in every way qualified to be a suitable, and compassionate, and all-sufficient Saviour.

V. JUSTIFICATION

We believe the Scriptures teach that the great Gospel blessing which Christ secures to such as believe in him is justification. That justification includes the pardon of sin, and the promise of eternal life on principles of righteousness; that it is bestowed, not in consideration of any work of righteousness which we have done, but solely through faith in the Redeemer’s Blood. By virtue of which faith his perfect righteousness is freely imputed to us of God; that it brings us into a state of most blessed peace and favor with God, and secures every other blessing needful for time and eternity.

VI. THE FREENESS OF SALVATION

We believe that the Scriptures teach that the blessings of salvation are made free to all by the Gospel. It is the immediate duty of all to accept them by cordial, penitent and obedient faith; and that nothing prevents the salvation of the greatest sinner on earth, but his own determined depravity and voluntary rejection of the gospel; which rejection involves him in an aggravated condemnation.

VII. REGENERATION

We believe that scriptures teach that in order to be saved, sinners must be regenerated, or born again. That regeneration consists in giving a holy disposition to the mind that it is effected in a manner above our comprehension by the power of the Holy Spirit in connection with divine truth. So as to secure our voluntary obedience to the Gospel; and that its proper evidence appears in the holy fruits of repentance and faith and newness of life.    

VIII. REPENTANCE AND FAITH

We believe the Scriptures teach that repentance and faith are sacred duties, and also inseparable graces, wrought in our souls by the regenerating Spirit of God. Whereby, being deeply convinced of our guilt, danger and helplessness and of the way of salvation by Christ. We turn to God with unfeigned contrition, confession, and supplication for mercy at the same time heartily receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as our prophet, priest and king; and relying on him alone as the only and all sufficient Saviour.

IX. GOD’S PURPOSE OF PEACE

We believe the Scriptures teach that election is the eternal purpose of god, according to which he graciously regenerates, sanctifies and saves sinners.

X. SANCTIFICATION

We believe the Scriptures teach that Sanctification is the process by which, according to the will of God, we are made partakers of his holiness. That it is a progressive work that it is begun in regeneration, and that it is carried on in the hearts of believers by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. The Sealer and Comforter, in the continual use of the appointed means especially the Word of God, self-examination, self-denial, watchfulness, and prayer.

XI. PERSEVERANCE OF SAINTS

We believe the Scriptures teach that such only are real believers are endure to the end. That their persevering attachment to Christ is the grand mark which distinguishes them from superficial profession. That a special Providence watches over their welfare and they are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. XII. THE LAW AND GOSPEL. We believe the Scripture teach that the Law of God is the eternal and unchangeable rule of his moral government, that is holy, just and good. That the inability which the Scriptures ascribe to fallen men to fulfill its precepts, arises entirely from their love of sin. To deliver them from which, and to restore them through a Mediator to unfeigned obedience to the Holy Law, is one great end of the Gospel, and the Means of Grace connected with the establishment of the visible church.        

XIII. A GOSPEL CHURCH

We believe the Scriptures teach that a visible church of Christ is a congregation of baptized believers, associated by covenant in the faith and fellowship of the Gospel; observing the ordinances of Christ; governed by his laws; and exercising the gifts, rights, and privileges invested in them by His Word; that its only scriptural officers are Bishops or Pastors, and Deacons whose Qualifications, claims and duties are defined in the Epistles to Timothy and Titus.

XIV. BAPTISM AND THE LORD’S SUPPER

We believe the Scripture teach that Christian baptism is the immersion in water of a believer, into the name of the Father, and Son, and Holy Ghost; to show forth in a solemn and beautiful emblem, our faith in the crucified, buried and risen Saviour, with its effect, in our death to sin and resurrection to a new life; that it is prerequisite to the privileges of a church relation; and to the Lord’s Supper, in which the members of the Church, by the sacred use of bread and wine, are to commemorate together the dying love of Christ; preceded always by solemn self-examination.

XV. THE CHRISTIAN SABBATH

We believe the Scriptures teach that the first day of the week is the Lord’s Day or Christian Sabbath, and is to be kept sacred to religious purpose, by abstaining from all secular labor and sinful recreations, by the devout observance of all the means of grace, both private and public, and by preparation for that rest that remaineth for the people of God.

XVI. CIVIL GOVERNMENT

We believe the Scriptures teach that civil government is of divine appointment, for the interest and good order of human society; and that magistrates are to be prayed or, conscientiously honored and obeyed; except only in things opposed to the will of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the only Lord of the conscience, and Prince of the Kings of the earth.

XVII. RIGHTEOUS AND WICKED

We believe the Scriptures teach that there is a radical and essential difference between the righteous and the wicked; that such only as through faith are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and sanctified by the Spirit of our God, are truly righteous in his esteem; while all such as continue in impenitence and unbelief are in his sight wicked, and under the curse; and his distinction holds among men both in and after death.

XVIII. THE WORLD TO COME

We believe the Scriptures teach that the end of the world is approaching; that at the last day, Christ will descend from heaven, and raise the dead from the grave for final retribution; that a solemn separation will then take place; that the wicked will be adjusted to endless punishment, and the righteous to endless joy; and that this judgment will fix forever the final state of men in heaven or hell, on principles of righteousness.