BIBLE.

1 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:21

The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, and infallible word of God. It is the ultimate authority for faith and practice, sufficient for all matters of Christian living and doctrine.

God.

Genesis 1:1,26-27; Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Isaiah 64:8

God eternally exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God the Father is the Creator and Sustainer of all things, perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, and love. He is sovereign over the universe and has a plan for salvation through His Son, Jesus Christ.

Jesus.

John 1:1-3; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Titus 2:13

Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the world through His death on the cross. He was buried and rose bodily from the dead, conquering sin and death. He ascended to heaven and will return in power and glory.

Holy Spirit.

John 14:26; Acts 1:8; Romans 8:11

The Holy Spirit is coequal with the Father and the Son of God. He convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgement. He indwells, empowers, and equips believers for Godly living and service. The Holy Spirit is the Comforter, Teacher, and Guide, helping us to grow in Christlikeness and understand God's truth.

Salvation.

Ephesians 2:8-9; Acts 2:38; John

Salvation is a gift of God's grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ alone. We are saved by grace, not by works, and are justified through the finished work of Christ on the cross. All who repent of their sins and trust in Jesus are born again, reconciled to God, and empowered to live a new life in Him.

Spiritual Gifts.

1 Corinthians 14:4, 1 Corinthians 12:17-30, Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14:27 and 28, 1 John 4:1.

God gifts each of His children in unique and special ways to serve and build up the body. Therefore, spiritual gifts are not for personal benefit or glory, but to bring glory to God, as well as encouraging and building up the church.

No one individual can have all the gifts. We are interdependent on each other; together we are the body of Christ which is a clear demonstration of true diversity. There is no division as we all have equal concern and need for each other. One is an eye, another is a hand, another is a foot; and some are presentable while other parts are unpresentable.

Giving.

Matthew 23:23, Leviticus 27:30; Malachi 3:7-12

We practice tithing to support the church, the body of Christ, as God’s Word commands. We recognize that giving 10% of our income is the biblical standard of giving to the local church. Everything over 10% is an “offering of gratitude” for the great things God does for us everyday. A tithe of everything a person produces belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord. The offering is a privilege to give and is in addition to the tithe. Jesus taught about tithing. We also recognize that we must be good stewards of our time, and our talents as the Lord has blessed us with these things as well.

Communion.

1 Corinthians 11:23-25, 1 Corinthians 11:26-30

Communion at Catalyst Church is defined as Scripture defines it.

Communion is a memorial, a new covenant, and a proclamation. It is a sacred event for those who have a vital, biblical relationship with Jesus.

We take communion every week in our services.

Leadership.

Acts 14:23; 1 Timothy 5:17

Catalyst Church is a non-denominational Christian church. While recognizing the value of associating and cooperating with other groups of Christians, we believe the local church should be elder- governed.