Calvary Assembly International Doctrines and Beliefs
The Bible Teaching
We believe that the entire Scripture, both Old and New Testament are written by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. 2 Timothy 3:16-17
About God
Psalm 33:6-9As revealed unto us by the Bible, we believe that there is only one God, Who is the Creator of both visible and invisible creatures. Genesis 1:1
About Jesus Christ
We believe that He is the Son of God; Who took away our sins, and the Savior of the world. We also believe that He was born by Mary the Virgin. He is God revealed in the flesh. Through Him all things were created. John 1:1-14
We believe in His death on the Cross, and resurrection, by which He brought redemption. Isaiah 53:4-10
About the Holy Spirit
We believe that The Holy Spirit is the third Person in the Trinity. He has the same power, the same glory with God the Father and God the Son. John 14:16-17
The Holy Spirit has a great work to perform. He Teaches, He Speaks to men, and bears witness in us. Acts 16:6-7
About Trinity
We believe that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost are one God, but made of three persons – hence they are One in Trinity. Genesis 1:26-29
About the Devil
We believe that there is a devil, who seeks the down fall of every man. He brought sickness, sin and death into the world. Genesis 3:1-16
A time would soon come when he shall be thrown into the pit and chained for one thousand years. Revelation 20:1-3
About Man
God created man in his own image. Genesis 1:26
Repentance unto God
We believe that man has sinned and fall short the glory of God. Therefore man must repent by pleading for forgiveness in the name of Jesus Christ. Romans 3:23
Justification or New Birth
We believe by God's grace we are cleansed from our sins by which we are able to stand before God as though we have never sinned. Acts 13:39
Sanctification (Holiness)
Sanctification is another grace of God by which our souls are progressively and completely cleansed. We believe sanctification initially occurs at Salvation, but is also a progressive lifelong process. John 17:15-17
Water Baptism
The Kinds of Baptism
We believe in baptism by the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Matthew 28:19
Baptism by Trinity
We believe that all members of this Church should receive immersion Water Baptism, in the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, as believers who would not add to, or take out of the Word of God. Matthew 28:19
The Reason for Water Baptism
Water baptism stands for a sign and an example of two things:
- It is a sign of true repentance of a sinner from his or her sins. Acts 2:38 Acts 22:16Loading...Loading...
- Anybody who is baptized is joined with Christ in His death, burial and resurrection. Romans 6:1-11 Colossians 2:12Loading...Therefore anybody baptized is dead to the world. Galatians 6:14Loading...Loading...
Baptism of the Holy Spirit
All born-again souls should ask for the Holy Spirit from above, as the Apostles were ordered to wait in Jerusalem until they were filled from above. It is the promise of the Father. It is God's gift which He gives to those who obey Him. Luke 24:49
About Prayer
A Christian without condemnation of heart has a right to thank God and be in adoration and in prayer unto the Lord always. Zechariah 12:10
Those who are unable to pray annoy God. Isaiah 43:22
About Restitution
Restitution is a sign of true repentance. This is payment for what is damaged. Exodus 22:3
Divine Healing
Divine healing is Biblical. Matthew 4:23
Flee from Appearance of Evil
The Bible teaches us to abstain from all appearance of evil. 1 Thessalonians 5:22
But follow after righteousness, faith, love, purging ourselves from unclean things so that we may be vessels unto honor, sanctified, and prepared unto every good work— 2 Timothy 2:21-22
Therefore we must not see our Church members in dancing halls, or cinema halls, reveling, for such things are works of the flesh. All people doing such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19-21
Swearing and Cursing Forbidden
All Christians should not swear or curse or blaspheme for we were not taught of Jesus in such a way.
Bless, and curse not— Romans 12:14
Swear not at all, neither by Heaven, nor by the earth or any other swearing. But let your yes be yes, and No be No so that you do not run into condemnation. Matthew 5:34
Due Reverence to Parents and Authorities
All Christians are to obey the law of the country, obey the government and authority. They should honor their parents and elders. 1 Peter 2:13-14
Rebellion Against Church Authority Forbidden
Rebellion against Church Ministers is against the Will of God. Those who rebelled against Moses did not escape punishment. Numbers 12:1-10
Debts Forbidden
Any member of this Church must not willfully enter into any debt which he finds difficult to repay for the Bible teaches us:
owe no man anything, but to love one another— Romans 13:7-8
About Debt:
- Monetary Debt
- Debt of promise or Vow Psalm 116:14 Loading...
- Debt of time Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Loading...
- Debt of not preaching the Gospel 1 Corinthians 9:16-17 Loading...
Outfits
We believe that any born again is clothed with white garment which is the Righteousness of Christ. It is received freely, a gift unto them that lead a victorious life. Revelation 19:7-8
Laying of Hands and Anointing the Sick
We believe in the laying on of hands and anointing the sick on the head in the Name of the Lord and that prayer of faith shall save the person. James 5:14-16
Holy Matrimony
Marriage is honorable in all— Hebrews 13:4
Therefore all members who wish to marry should do so in the church. They are not to follow the worldly pattern of drunkenness or dress naked or dancing to worldly music. 1 John 2:15-17
Prophecy in the Church
We believe in all the prophecies in the Bible; likewise we believe that we can be given the gift of prophecy by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 14:29
Church Discipline
If there be found any member disobeying these teachings he may be disciplined privately, but if any backslider would not admit discipline and restitute his way, he may be disciplined openly as it is written in Matthew 18:15-18
One Husband, One Wife, Correct Divorce and Re-Marriage
The Word of God teaches us that monogamy has been the order since the beginning of the Law of Christ. Divorce is permissible only when a life partner has committed adultery. Matthew 5:31-32
Holy Communion or the Lord's Supper
It is instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ shortly before His death. He commanded all Christians to gather together regularly to share the bread and wine till He comes back again. Luke 22:17-20
The Church of God
The born-again souls are called the Church of God. Ephesians 1:22-23
The Dedication or Separation
Dedication is very important for the children of God for the Lord is Holy. John 17:19
The Dead in Christ
We believe that a brother who sleeps in the Lord is with Christ already. Philippians 1:21-23
But I would not have you to be ignorant brethren concerning them which are asleep that ye sorrow not even as there which have no hope— 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Resurrection
Jesus lived a sinless life and died by crucifixion for the sins of the world. He was resurrected from the dead on the third day and exalted to heaven with God. There is resurrection of the Body. Jesus taught us plainly that the buried body will be raised up from the tomb at the last day. John 5:28-29
Only Holy people will be at the resurrection those who belong to Jesus when He appears; but the sinners shall resurrect in hell, a place where people whose names are not found in the Lamb's Book. Revelation 20:4-6
The Second Coming of Christ
The Second coming of Jesus Christ will be visible to all in like manner as He was seen ascending up to heaven. Acts 1:9-11
Christ's Return in the Sky
The Saints or Bride of Christ will be raptured to meet Christ in the sky. 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17
His Return to the Earth
He will return to the earth to judge the sinners and the ungodly. Revelation 19:11-21
The Millennial Reign (Christ's 1,000 Years' Reign)
After Christ appears upon earth, He would set up His Kingdom with the Holy people for one thousand years. Revelation 20:1-6
The Coming Judgements
We believe that there will be judgements:
The Judgement of the Believers and Unbelievers
This would start immediately believers are caught up in the sky, they shall stand before Christ. After this judgment they will descend down with Christ upon the earth. 2 Corinthians 5:10
The Judgement of the Nations
This will be the time when Jesus appears upon earth between the millennial reign and final judgement. Acts 17:31
The Judgement of the Unbelievers or the White Throne Judgement
This will happen after Christ's one thousand years reign at the White Throne. Revelation 20:11-15
New Heaven and New Earth
The Word of God teaches us that after judgement, this wicked world will be removed. God will create a new Heaven and a new earth in which holiness will exist. Matthew 24:35
Eternal Life and Eternal Punishment
The Bible teaches us that there is eternal punishment as well as eternal life. Matthew 25:46
Dedication of Children
We believe that after a child is born on the 8th day, the parent should bring them unto the House of the Lord for dedication unto the Lord. 1 Samuel 1:22
Special Thanksgiving
You can render a special thanksgiving to God in the congregation of His people. Gifts should be given according to people's ability and willingness. 1 Chronicles 16:8