Core Beliefs
The following are the core beliefs of Legacy Church based on the foundational truths taught in the Bible. All of our teachings and ministry is rooted in and flows out of these biblical doctrines.
God
There is one eternally existing God (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10; 1 Timothy 1:17) who exists in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14). He is the Creator of all things, visible and invisible, and alone is worthy of all glory and praise (Genesis 1:1; Colossians 1:16; Revelation 4:11).
God is perfect in love, power, holiness, goodness, wisdom, justice, and mercy (Exodus 34:6–7; Psalm 145:8–9, 17; 1 John 4:8). He is unchanging—the same yesterday, today, and forever (Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17).
God is perfect in love, power, holiness, goodness, wisdom, justice, and mercy (Exodus 34:6–7; Psalm 145:8–9, 17; 1 John 4:8). He is unchanging—the same yesterday, today, and forever (Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17).
Baptism
Water baptism is for believers (Acts 2:41; Acts 8:12; Acts 18:8). It is a public declaration of what Jesus has done in the life of a Christian. Through full immersion, we identify with Christ’s death and burial (Romans 6:3–4; Colossians 2:12), and as we are raised from the water, we proclaim our new life in Him (Romans 6:4; 2 Corinthians 5:17).
Baptism by immersion reflects the biblical pattern (Matthew 3:16; John 3:23) and visibly portrays the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ (Romans 6:3–5). It is an act of obedience after salvation (Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 10:47–48). While closely connected to salvation, baptism does not save (Luke 23:42–43; Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9–10).
Baptism by immersion reflects the biblical pattern (Matthew 3:16; John 3:23) and visibly portrays the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ (Romans 6:3–5). It is an act of obedience after salvation (Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 10:47–48). While closely connected to salvation, baptism does not save (Luke 23:42–43; Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 10:9–10).
Communion
Communion is an integral part of Christian worship. It was instituted by Jesus Himself and commanded for His followers to observe (Luke 22:19–20). Through the bread and the cup, we remember His body given and His blood shed for us. The Lord’s Supper calls us to reflect on the cross, examine our hearts, and proclaim His death until He comes again (1 Corinthians 11:23–28).
As we partake, we are identifying with Christ—sharing in the benefits of His sacrifice and affirming our unity with Him and with one another as His body (1 Corinthians 10:16–17). Communion does not save us, but it is a sacred reminder of the gospel and a visible expression of our faith in the crucified and risen Lord.
(1 Corinthians 10:16–17; 11:23–28; Luke 22:19–20)
As we partake, we are identifying with Christ—sharing in the benefits of His sacrifice and affirming our unity with Him and with one another as His body (1 Corinthians 10:16–17). Communion does not save us, but it is a sacred reminder of the gospel and a visible expression of our faith in the crucified and risen Lord.
(1 Corinthians 10:16–17; 11:23–28; Luke 22:19–20)
The Bible
We believe the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the Word of God—fully inspired, without error in the original writings, and the final authority for faith and practice (2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:21). God’s Word is living, powerful, and sufficient for all we need for life and godliness (Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 1:3–4).
The Bible is the foundation upon which the church stands and the standard by which it is governed (Nehemiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 3:15). It sanctifies, instructs, corrects, and equips the believer for every good work (John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16–17). Because it is God’s revealed truth, Scripture stands above all human opinion, tradition, and authority. When earthly laws or cultural values contradict God’s Word, we hold fast to the authority of Scripture (Acts 5:29; Isaiah 28:13; 1 Peter 1:23–25).
The Bible is the foundation upon which the church stands and the standard by which it is governed (Nehemiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 3:15). It sanctifies, instructs, corrects, and equips the believer for every good work (John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16–17). Because it is God’s revealed truth, Scripture stands above all human opinion, tradition, and authority. When earthly laws or cultural values contradict God’s Word, we hold fast to the authority of Scripture (Acts 5:29; Isaiah 28:13; 1 Peter 1:23–25).
Sin & Salvation
We believe all people are sinners by nature and by choice, falling short of God’s holy standard and standing under His righteous judgment (Romans 3:23; Ephesians 2:1–3). Sin separates us from God and leaves us spiritually dead and unable to save ourselves.
But God, in His mercy, offers salvation to all who come to Him in repentance and faith (Acts 3:19; Acts 20:21). Salvation is a gift of grace, not the result of works, and is received by trusting in the Person and finished work of Jesus Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8–9).
At the cross, Jesus Christ died in our place as our substitute, bearing our sins and absorbing the wrath we deserved (Isaiah 53:5–6; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:24). He is the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the whole world (1 John 2:2). Because of His death and resurrection, forgiveness and new life are freely offered to all. The invitation is open—whoever will may come (John 3:16; Matthew 11:28; Revelation 22:17).
All who turn from their sin and trust in Christ are forgiven, justified, and made new (Romans 5:1; 2 Corinthians 5:17).
But God, in His mercy, offers salvation to all who come to Him in repentance and faith (Acts 3:19; Acts 20:21). Salvation is a gift of grace, not the result of works, and is received by trusting in the Person and finished work of Jesus Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8–9).
At the cross, Jesus Christ died in our place as our substitute, bearing our sins and absorbing the wrath we deserved (Isaiah 53:5–6; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:24). He is the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the whole world (1 John 2:2). Because of His death and resurrection, forgiveness and new life are freely offered to all. The invitation is open—whoever will may come (John 3:16; Matthew 11:28; Revelation 22:17).
All who turn from their sin and trust in Christ are forgiven, justified, and made new (Romans 5:1; 2 Corinthians 5:17).
The Church
We believe the Church is the visible body of Christ on earth, called out from the world and sent back into it to glorify God and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ (Matthew 5:16; Matthew 28:19–20; Ephesians 1:22–23). Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church, and every believer is a member of His body (Colossians 1:18; 1 Corinthians 12:12–13).
The Church exists to worship God, teach and obey His Word, make disciples, and build up believers in love (Acts 2:42; Ephesians 4:11–16). It is a spiritual family where Christians are strengthened through fellowship, prayer, the teaching of Scripture, and the ordinances of baptism and communion (Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26).
The Church is also called to be a light in the world—living holy lives, serving others, and boldly proclaiming the message of salvation in Christ alone (Matthew 5:14–16; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 1 Peter 2:9). Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Church carries out Christ’s mission until He returns.
(Acts 2:42; Matthew 28:19–20; Ephesians 4:11–16; 1 Corinthians 12:12–13; Colossians 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:20)
The Church exists to worship God, teach and obey His Word, make disciples, and build up believers in love (Acts 2:42; Ephesians 4:11–16). It is a spiritual family where Christians are strengthened through fellowship, prayer, the teaching of Scripture, and the ordinances of baptism and communion (Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26).
The Church is also called to be a light in the world—living holy lives, serving others, and boldly proclaiming the message of salvation in Christ alone (Matthew 5:14–16; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 1 Peter 2:9). Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the Church carries out Christ’s mission until He returns.
(Acts 2:42; Matthew 28:19–20; Ephesians 4:11–16; 1 Corinthians 12:12–13; Colossians 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:20)