At Coastal Community Christian Church, we are anchored in faith, united in love, and driven by a desire to share the light of Christ with all. Our beliefs are not just statements; they are the bedrock of our actions, the heart of our community, and the compass that guides us in our journey of faith.
The Nature of God
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, who are co-equal and co-eternal, sharing the same essence and will.
(Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14)
(Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14)
The Authority of Scripture
We believe that the Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God, authoritative for all aspects of faith and practice.
(2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:105)
(2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 119:105)
The Person and Work of Christ
This is where the We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, atoning death on the cross, bodily resurrection, and his ascension to the Father's right hand.
(John 1:1-14; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Hebrews 4:15; Acts 1:11)
(John 1:1-14; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Hebrews 4:15; Acts 1:11)
Salvation by Grace Through Faith
We believe that salvation is entirely by God’s grace, made possible by the atoning death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and received through faith. It is not earned by works or religious performance. Scripture presents faith as more than believing something is true. Saving faith is trusting reliance on Christ and submission to Him as Lord. This faith necessarily produces repentance, obedience, and good works. These are not the cause of salvation, but the good fruit that is evidence.
At the same time, we affirm that genuine believers still struggle with sin and grow in holiness over time. The distinguishing mark is not sinless perfection, but a changed heart that confesses sin, turns from it, and continues to pursue Christ. Therefore, a persistent pattern of willful and unrepentant lawlessness, where a person refuses repentance and remains settled in sin, contradicts a true profession of faith.
(Ephesians 2:8–10; Romans 6:1–4, 11–14; Romans 10:9–10; James 2:14–26; 1 John 2:3–6; Titus 3:5–8; Matthew 7:15-23)
At the same time, we affirm that genuine believers still struggle with sin and grow in holiness over time. The distinguishing mark is not sinless perfection, but a changed heart that confesses sin, turns from it, and continues to pursue Christ. Therefore, a persistent pattern of willful and unrepentant lawlessness, where a person refuses repentance and remains settled in sin, contradicts a true profession of faith.
(Ephesians 2:8–10; Romans 6:1–4, 11–14; Romans 10:9–10; James 2:14–26; 1 John 2:3–6; Titus 3:5–8; Matthew 7:15-23)
The Sacrament of Communion
We believe in the observance of Communion, or the Lord's Supper, as an ordinance given by Jesus Christ to be practiced by believers, symbolizing the new covenant between God and humanity as ratified by Christ's death and resurrection.
(1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Luke 22:19-20; Matthew 26:26-28)
(1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Luke 22:19-20; Matthew 26:26-28)
The Role of Baptism
We believe in baptism by immersion in water as a commandment of Christ for believers, marking the moment of regeneration and receipt of the Holy Spirit, a necessary step in obedience to the gospel and the process of salvation.
(Acts 2:38; Romans 6:3-4; Galatians 3:27)
(Acts 2:38; Romans 6:3-4; Galatians 3:27)
The Second Coming of Christ
We believe in the imminent, personal return of Jesus Christ, which motivates us to live holy lives and to evangelize the lost.
(1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 22:12; Matthew 24:42-44)
(1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 22:12; Matthew 24:42-44)
The Reality of Sin and Repentance
We believe in the reality of sin and the need for repentance. Sin separates humanity from God, but through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, individuals are reconciled to God.
(Romans 3:23; Acts 3:19; 1 John 1:9)
(Romans 3:23; Acts 3:19; 1 John 1:9)
The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
(John 14:26; Galatians 5:22-25; Romans 8:13-14)
(John 14:26; Galatians 5:22-25; Romans 8:13-14)
Christian Living
We believe in the call to live a holy life, to witness to the saving grace of Christ, and to serve others in love and humility.
(1 Peter 1:15-16; Matthew 28:19-20; Philippians 2:3-4)
(1 Peter 1:15-16; Matthew 28:19-20; Philippians 2:3-4)
The Church
We believe in the universal Church, the living spiritual body, of which Christ is the head and all baptized believers are members.
(Ephesians 4:4-6; 1 Corinthians 12:12-13; Matthew 16:18)
(Ephesians 4:4-6; 1 Corinthians 12:12-13; Matthew 16:18)
The Priesthood of All Believers
We believe that every believer in Christ is granted direct access to God through Jesus, our High Priest, and is empowered to serve in His ministry and mission in the world, reflecting the priesthood of all believers.
(1 Peter 2:9; Hebrews 4:14-16; Revelation 1:5-6)
(1 Peter 2:9; Hebrews 4:14-16; Revelation 1:5-6)
Evangelism and Mission
We believe that the church is called to share the gospel of Jesus Christ and make disciples of all nations. Every believer has a role in God’s mission, living as a witness to Christ through both words and actions as we love, serve, and proclaim the truth of the gospel to the world.
(Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:14–15; 2 Corinthians 5:18–20)
(Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:14–15; 2 Corinthians 5:18–20)
The Sanctity of Life
We believe in the sanctity of human life, created in the image of God, from conception to natural death.
(Genesis 1:27; Psalm 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:5)
(Genesis 1:27; Psalm 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:5)
The Sanctity of Marriage
We believe in marriage as a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, established by God as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of human society.
(Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4-6; Ephesians 5:31-33)
(Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4-6; Ephesians 5:31-33)
The Responsibility of Stewardship
We believe that Christians are stewards of their resources, talents, and time, called to manage them with wisdom and generosity, for the glory of God and the advancement of His Kingdom.
(Matthew 25:14-30; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7; 1 Peter 4:10)
(Matthew 25:14-30; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7; 1 Peter 4:10)
