DOCTRINE & BELIEFS
Jesus is the head of our church, and His Word is the standard for how we live — as individuals and as God’s family — for the glory of God. Below are brief statements for each of the essential Christian doctrines that we hold as a church and that are foundational to following Jesus in loving, faith-filled obedience. All of our teaching and ministry is rooted in scripture and flows from these basic foundational doctrines. Additionally, there are some brief answers below to some of the most commonly asked questions about trending social issues.
ESSENTIAL DOCTRINES & BELIEFS
The Bible
We believe the Bible is God-inspired – written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is our source for truth, salvation, and guides our convictions.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Sin
We believe humanity was created in the image of God, and as a result of disobedience, sinned and fell from perfection, permeating all of God’s creation with sin.
Romans 5:12
Salvation
John 3:16, Romans 5:8
Grace
Ephesians 2:8
New Life
2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20
Sanctification
Hebrews 6:1
Water Baptism
Matthew 28:19, Acts 2:38
Communion
Baptism Of Spirit & Spirit Filled Life
Acts 2:1-4; 8:14-17; 10:44-46; Gal 3:14-15
Repentance & Acceptance
1 John 1:9
The Fruit Of The Spirit & Spiritual Gifts
Galatians 5:22, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Tithes & Freewill Offerings
and spread of His cause is by giving of tithes and freewill offerings to the local church.
Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7
The Trinity
We believe in one God who exists in three distinct persons, the Father, Son, & Holy Spirit.
2 Corinthians 13:14
Moderation
Philippians 4:5
Divine Healing
James 5:14-16
The Second Coming Of Christ
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Titus 2:11-13
Evangelism
James 5:20
Church Relationship
Acts 16:5, Hebrews 10:25
Civil Government
Romans 13:1-5
Final Judgement
2 Corinthians 5:10, Revelation 20:11-15, Hebrews 9:27
Heaven
John 14:1-3, Revelation 7:15-17
Hell
Revelation 20:10, 15
WHAT ABOUT TRENDING SOCIAL ISSUES?
Often, people are wanting short answers regarding our beliefs about common social issues. Here are the most frequently asked questions. We recognize these issues are nuanced and often demand dialogue. The following statements are intended to give an actual answer to the question instead of dodging the hard issues. If you would like to talk more about our positions on these matters, please feel free to set up a meeting with one of our pastors.
MARRIAGE
We believe God has ordained marriage and defined it as a covenant relationship between one man, one woman, and himself. Hence, we only recognize marriage between a biological man and a biological woman. As a result, the staff of Oasis Church will only officiate weddings between one man and one woman (Gen. 2:24; Matt. 19:4; Eph. 5:25; 1 Pet. 3:7)
GENDER
RACE
SANCTITY OF LIFE
ECUMENICISM