Statement Of Faith

Article 1: Acknowledging the Significance of Doctrine
In today’s era where diverse doctrines lead many astray, New Life Fellowship acknowledges the significance of doctrine while recognizing the boundless nature of God’s presence. It’s crucial to anchor oneself in fundamental truths amidst doctrinal turbulence to uphold the essence of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross.

Article 2: Core Doctrinal Beliefs
As a testament to our faith, New Life Fellowship adheres steadfastly to core doctrines. Central to our belief system is the conviction that the Bible, comprising sixty-six Old and New Testament books, stands as the divinely inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God (Ref. 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Matthew 5:18; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Revelation 22:19).

Article 3: Affirmation of the Triune God
Furthermore, our belief extends to the affirmation of the Triune God—God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit—as one entity, co-existing, co-eternal, and co-equal (Ref. Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 44:6-8; Matthew 28:19; Luke 3:22; John 14:16-17; John 17:20-23; 2 Corinthians 13:14).

Article 4: Doctrine of Jesus Christ
Central to our faith is the recognition of Jesus Christ as God incarnate, born of the Virgin Mary, who atoned for humanity’s sins through His death on the cross, rose bodily from the dead, and ascended to heaven, now serving as our interceding High Priest (Ref. John 1:14; Luke 1:34-35; Philippians 2:5-8; 1 Corinthians 15:3-5; Hebrews 4:14; Acts 2:23-36).

Article 5: Understanding of Humanity and Salvation
Moreover, we affirm humanity’s creation in God’s image, the fall into sin, and the need for salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ’s redemptive work on the cross (Ref. Genesis 1:26-27; Genesis 2:17; Genesis 3:6; Ezekiel 18:4; Romans 3:10-18,23; Romans 5:12-18; Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 9:12,22; Romans 5:11; Acts 4:12).

Article 6: Holistic Nature of Salvation
New Life Fellowship recognizes the holistic nature of salvation, addressing the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of individuals (Ref. 1 Peter 2:24; 3 John 2; 2 Corinthians 8:9; 1 Thessalonians 5:23).

Article 7: Role of the Holy Spirit
We affirm the essential role of the Holy Spirit in regeneration, baptism, sanctification, and the manifestation of spiritual gifts (Ref. John 3:3-8; John 6:63; Titus 3:5-6; Acts 2:1-4; Acts 8:12-17; Acts 19:1-6; Romans 15:16; 1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Peter 1:2; 1 Corinthians 12:14; 1 Corinthians 12:8-10,28).

Article 8: Recognition of Spiritual Realities
Additionally, we affirm the reality of Satan, eternal judgment, the church as God’s redeemed community, and the priesthood of all believers (Ref. Luke 4:1-13; Ephesians 6:12; Matthew 25:41; Revelation 20:7-10; Hebrews 12:22-24; 1 Peter 2:9; Ephesians 2:20; Ephesians 5:23).

Article 9: Functions of the Church
New Life Fellowship acknowledges the vital functions of the church: worship, edification, and evangelism (Ref. John 4:23-24; Ephesians 4:11-16; Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19-20).

Article 10: Sacraments of Baptism and Communion
Furthermore, we affirm the necessity of believer’s baptism by immersion and the observance of communion as instituted by the Lord (Ref. Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:36-38; Acts 8:16; Acts 10:47-48; Acts 19:1-5; Matthew 26:26-29; 1 Corinthians 11:23-30).

Article 11: Practice of Tithing and Offerings
In alignment with Scripture, New Life Fellowship emphasizes the practice of tithing and offerings for the support of ministry (Ref. 1 Chronicles 16:29; Malachi 3:10; 1 Corinthians 16:2; Matthew 23:23).

Article 12: Hope and Eschatology
Finally, we affirm the resurrection of believers to eternal life and the return of Jesus Christ to establish His kingdom (Ref. 1 Corinthians 15:50-54; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9; Revelation 20:11-15; Matthew 24:30; John 14:3; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Acts 1:11; Revelation 1:7).