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We believe that the entire Bible is the verbal inspiration of God. Through the providence of God, the Word of God has been protected and preserved, and is the only infallible rule of faith and practice.
2 Timothy 3:16-17, Peter 1:20-21
We believe there is only one true, living, sovereign, holy, and eternal existing God. He exists in three co-equal persons-Father, Son, and Holy Spirit-each being a distinct person. Each has a distinct function, but they are all of one essence and possess the same nature, perfection and attributes. The triune God is the creator and sustainer of all things, the source of all truth, and is worthy of worship, confidence, and obedience.
Deuteronomy 6:4-5, Genesis 1:31
We believe that Jesus Christ is God. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed many miracles, shed His blood on the cross to pay the debt for our sins, was buried, bodily resurrected, and ascended to the right hand of the Father. He will return literally, visibly, and personally in glory and in power.
John 1:1-2, John 1:14, Matthew 1:18-25, Philippians 2:5-9, Colossians 1:15, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, Acts 2:11
We believe that the Holy Spirit is God, co-equal with God and co-existent with the Father and the Son. We believe in the dynamic and personal work of the Holy Spirit in the life of an individual. This includes the concepts of a present day, active, and intimate relationship with God, which enables for service and endures with the ability for successful, everyday living.
John 14:16-19, John 16:7-15, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Romans 8:9, Romans 8:11, Titus 3:5
We believe that in the beginning God created mankind in His image. Mankind was originally created with the ability to live perfectly for God's glory.
Genesis 1:27, Genesis 1:31
We believe that Adam, the first man, sinned by disobedience. This act resulted in the fall of all mankind, therefore all people have sinned and lost their ability to live for the glory of God. Every person's sin incurs both physical and spiritual death until there is forgiveness and salvation by the grace of God.
Genesis 3:1-24, Romans 3:10-23, Romans 5:12-21, Romans 6:23
We believe that the salvation of lost and sinful people is a free gift from God's grace apart from human works, based solely upon Christ's vicarious and atoning death, effected by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit, and received only through faith in the person and finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross and His resurrection from death.
Ephesians 2:8-10; 2 Corinthians 5:21
We believe that the Lord expects us to grow in our relationship with Him after salvation. Believers are increasingly transformed into the image of Christ as they submit to the work of the Holy Spirit in their lives. We believe that full devotion to Christ and His cause is normal for every believer.
1 Kings 11:4; Philippians 2:1-11; 2 Corinthians 8:7
We believe that the church is the body of Christ and the family of God. It is made up of saved and baptized believers, who regularly join together for worship, fellowship, and ministry.
Matthew 16:18, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Hebrews 10:25
We believe that it is the responsibility and privilege of every Christian to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ and to seek to make growing disciples.
Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8
In addition to these important beliefs, we also believe that God has given the parents and the home the responsibility to bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. We believe that a consistent and whole education will occur when home, church, and school work closely together and are in agreement on the basic principles of life.
Ephesians 6:4; Proverbs 22:6
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Clear, challenging goals and effective feedback promote student learning.
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Students learn best when they are in a safe, orderly environment and are actively engaged in their learning.
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Curriculum and instruction must reflect God's truth and prepare students for a life of service to Christ.
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Various instructional techniques and forms of assessment should be used to accommodate different learning styles.
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Student learning is enhanced by positive teacher-student relationships.
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Our school must be committed to continuous improvement if we are going to enable students to become confident, lifelong learners.
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Critical thinking skills must be developed in order to enable students to think from a biblical perspective and to equip them to reach their full intellectual potential.
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Students must be taught self-discipline in order to develop Christ-like character.
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