god
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Biblical Sources:
Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 3:22 / Psalm 90:2 / Matthew 28:19 / I Peter 1:2 / II Corinthians 13:14
jesus christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus Christ was miraculously conceived and born of the Virgin Mary. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose bodily from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Biblical Sources:
Matthew 1:22-23 / Isaiah 9:6 / John 1:1-5, 14:10-30 / Hebrews 4:14-15 / Luke 1:42 / I Corinthians 15:3-4 / Acts 1:9-11 / I Timothy 6:14-15 / Titus 2:13
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 men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.
Biblical Sources:
II Corinthians 3:17 / John 16:7-13, 14:16-17 / Acts 1:8 / I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16 / Ephesians 1:13, 5:18 / Galatians 5:25
the bible
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any error.
Biblical Sources:
II Timothy 1:13,3:16 / II Peter 1:20-21 / Psalm 12:6, 119:105, 160 / Proverbs 30:5
human beings
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude that separates people from God and causes many problems in life.
Biblical Sources:
Genesis 1:27 / Psalm 8:3-6 / Isaiah 53:6, 59:1-2 / Romans 3:23
salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift to us but we must accept it. We can never make up for sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offering of forgiveness, can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. 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 life by faith.
Biblical Sources:
Romans 5:1, 6:23 / Ephesians 2:8-9 / John 1:12, 14:6 / Titus 3:5 / Galatians 3:26