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The Bible, and only the Bible, is the authoritative Word of God. It alone is the final authority in determining all doctrinal truths. In its original writing, it is inspired, infallible and inerrant (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20-21; Proverbs 30:5; Romans 16:25-26).

There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These three are coequal and co-eternal (I John 5:7; Genesis 1:26; Matthew 3:16-17, 28:19; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 9:6; Hebrews 3:7-11).

Jesus Christ is God the Son, the second person of the Trinity. On earth, Jesus was 100% God and 100% man. He is the only man ever to have lived a sinless life. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed miracles, died on the cross for mankind and thus, atoned for our sins through the shedding of His blood. He rose from the dead on the third day according to the Scriptures, ascended to the right hand of the Father, and will return again in power and glory. (John 1:1,14, 20:28; I Timothy 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; Philippians 2:5-6; I Timothy 2:5).

Jesus Christ was conceived by God the Father, through the Holy Spirit (the third person of the Trinity) in the virgin Mary's womb; therefore, He is the Son of God (Matthew 1:18, 25; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1:27-35).

Man was created good and upright, but by voluntary transgression he fell; his only hope of redemption is in Jesus Christ, the Son of God (Gen. 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-21).

For anyone to know God, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential (John 6:44, 65; Matthew 19:28; Titus 3:5).

We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ: His death, burial, and resurrection. Salvation is a gift from God, not a result of our good works or of any human efforts (Ephesians 2:8-9; Galatians 2:16, 3:8; Titus 3:5; Romans 10:9-10; Acts 16:31; Hebrews 9:22).

Repentance is the commitment to turn away from sin in every area of our lives and to follow Christ, which allows us to receive His redemption and to be regenerated by the Holy Spirit. Thus, through repentance we receive forgiveness of sins and appropriate salvation (Acts 2:21, 3:19; I John 1:9).

Sanctification is the ongoing process of yielding to God’s Word and His Spirit in order to complete the development of Christ's character in us. It is through the present ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God that the Christian is enabled to live a Godly life (I Thessalonians 4:3, 5:23; II Corinthians 3:18, 6:14-18, II Thessalonians 2:1-3, Romans 8:29, 12:1-2, Hebrews 2:11).

The Blood that Jesus Christ shed on the Cross of Calvary was sinless and is 100% sufficient to cleanse mankind of all sin. Jesus allowed Himself to be punished for both our sinfulness and our sins, enabling all those who believe to be free from the penalty of sin, which is death (I John 1:7; Revelation 1:5, 5:9; Colossians 1:20; Romans 3:10-12, 23, 5:9; John 1:29).

What Is Communion?

Communion—also called The Lord’s Supper—is a sacred act of worship given by Jesus Himself.

It reminds us of His death, celebrates His resurrection, and points us toward His soon return.

“The Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, took bread… ‘This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.’ … ‘This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of Me.’”

— 1 Corinthians 11:23–26

When we come to the Lord’s Table, we remember His sacrifice, renew our faith, and rejoice in His victory.

“Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb.” — Revelation 19:9

What Communion Represents?

Communion is more than a ritual—it’s a moment of encounter.

The bread and cup are symbols of Jesus’ body and blood, through which believers experience His real spiritual presence by the Holy Spirit.

“The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ?” — 1 Corinthians 10:16

As we partake, the Holy Spirit makes Christ’s finished work alive in our hearts.

“I am the living bread that came down from heaven… Whoever eats this bread will live forever.” — John 6:51

A Covenant Meal

Communion celebrates the New Covenant—the unbreakable bond between God and His people, sealed by the blood of Jesus.

“This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you.” — Luke 22:20

Through this covenant, we are forgiven, redeemed, and filled with new life.

“For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.” — Matthew 26:28

“He is the mediator of a new covenant.” — Hebrews 9:15

A Spirit-Filled Encounter

As a Spirit-empowered church, we believe Communion is both remembrance and renewal.

When we gather at the Lord’s Table, the Holy Spirit moves—bringing forgiveness, healing, peace, and power.

“The Spirit gives life.” — John 6:63

“The Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you.” — Romans 8:11

This is not just looking back—it’s receiving grace right now through the presence of Jesus.

“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” — Hebrews 4:16

Communion Brings Unity

Communion unites the Church as one family under one Savior.

We share one loaf, one cup, one faith.

“Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body.” — 1 Corinthians 10:17

Before we receive Communion, Scripture calls us to examine our hearts, forgive others, and walk in love.

“Let a person examine himself, then, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup.” — 1 Corinthians 11:28

“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” — Ephesians 4:3

Looking Forward in Hope

Every time we take Communion, we declare that Jesus is coming again!

“For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.” — 1 Corinthians 11:26

“I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in My Father’s kingdom.” — Matthew 26:29

Communion fills us with anticipation for the marriage supper of the Lamb, where all creation will worship the risen Christ together forever.

At Valley Church, We Believe Communion Is:

• A remembrance of Jesus’ death and resurrection.

• A participation in His body and blood through faith.

• A covenant renewal that strengthens our relationship with God.

• A means of grace where the Holy Spirit heals, empowers, and refreshes.

• A prophetic act declaring Jesus’ return and His kingdom forever.

“Communion is not just remembering what Jesus did—it’s experiencing His presence, power, and promise through the Holy Spirit.”

Key Scriptures

Matthew 26:26–29; Mark 14:22–25; Luke 22:19–20; John 6:48–58; Acts 2:42; Acts 20:7; Romans 8:11; 1 Corinthians 10:16–17; 1 Corinthians 11:23–29; 2 Corinthians 3:17; Hebrews 8:6–13; Hebrews 9:15; Revelation 19:6–9.

Christians are people who have invited the Lord Jesus Christ to come and live inside them by His Holy Spirit. They relinquish the authority of their lives over to him thus making Jesus the Lord of their life as well as Savior. They put their trust in what Jesus accomplished for them when He died, was buried, and rose again from the dead (John 1:12; John 14:17, 23; John 15:4; Romans 8:11; Revelation 3:20).

What Is the Meaning of Baptism?

Baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. It’s a public declaration that you’ve chosen to follow Jesus and that your old life has been buried with Him and your new life has begun.

“Christ died for our sins… He was buried… and He rose again on the third day.”

— 1 Corinthians 15:3–4

“For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism you were also raised with Him through your faith in the power of God.”

— Colossians 2:12

When we are baptized, we illustrate what God has already done in our hearts—salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” — 2 Corinthians 5:17

What Baptism Represents?

Baptism doesn’t make you a Christian; it shows that you already are one. It’s a powerful symbol—like a wedding ring—of the covenant relationship you’ve entered into with Christ.

“For it is by grace you have been saved through faith… not by works.” — Ephesians 2:8–9

Through baptism, we celebrate that we’ve been buried with Christ and raised to walk in newness of life.

“We were buried with Him through baptism into death, so that just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” — Romans 6:4

Why We Baptize by Immersion?

At Valley Church, we baptize by full immersion in water—just as Jesus was.

“As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water.” — Matthew 3:16

“Then both Philip and the man went down into the water and Philip baptized him. When they came up out of the water…” — Acts 8:38–39

The word baptize comes from the Greek baptizo, meaning to immerse or submerge. Immersion best symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the believer’s identification with Him.

Who Should Be Baptized?

Baptism is for every person who has made a personal decision to trust in Jesus Christ for salvation.

“Those who accepted his message were baptized.” — Acts 2:41

“When they believed Philip as he preached the good news of the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.” — Acts 8:12

If you’ve placed your faith in Christ, baptism is your next step of obedience and public declaration of your new life in Him.

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” — Galatians 2:20

In Summary

At Valley Church, we believe:

    •    Baptism declares your faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    •    Baptism demonstrates obedience to Jesus’ command.

    •    Baptism celebrates transformation—your old life is gone, and a new one has begun.

    •    Baptism anticipates empowerment through the Holy Spirit to live a victorious Christian life.

“Baptism doesn’t save us—it shows that we are saved, transformed, and empowered to live for Jesus.”

Given at Pentecost, it is the promise of the Father, sent by Jesus after His Ascension, to empower the Church to preach the Gospel throughout the whole earth (Joel 2:28-29; Matthew 3:11; Mark 16:17; Acts 1:5,2:1-4, 17, 38-39, 8:14-17, 10:38, 44-47, 11:15-17, 19:1-6)

The Holy Spirit is manifested through a variety of spiritual gifts to build and sanctify the church, demonstrate the validity of the resurrection, and confirm the power of the Gospel. The Bible lists of these gifts are not necessarily exhaustive, and the gifts may occur in various combinations. All believers are commanded to earnestly desire the manifestation of the gifts in their lives. These gifts always operate in harmony with the Scriptures and should never be used in violation of biblical parameters. (Hebrews 2:4; Romans 1:11,12 :4-8; Ephesians 4:16; II Timothy 1:5-16, 4:14; I Corinthians 12:1-31, 14:1-40; I Peter 4:10)

The Scripture proclaims that human life is sacred, created in the image of God and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. We believe that every person is precious "in the womb to the tomb", that people are more important than things, and that the measure of every institution is whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person. (Genesis 1:26-31, Deuteronomy 10:17-19, Psalms 139:13-16, Proverbs 22:2, Luke 10:25-37, John 4:1-42, Romans 12: 9-18, 1 Corinthians 3:16, Galatians 3:27-28, James 2:1-8, 1 John 3: 1-2, 1 John 4:7-12)

The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of Jesus' Great Commission. Every person who is born of the Spirit is an integral part of the church as a member of the body of believers. There is a spiritual unity of all believers in our Lord Jesus Christ. (Ephesians 1:22, 2:19-22; Hebrews 12:23; John 17:11, 20-23).

God ordained the institution of marriage as a gift to humanity. Marriage is an exclusive union between one man and one woman in which believers are called to love one another, encourage one another and serve one another after the example of Jesus Christ and under his authority. Marriage is more than a civil contract and establishes a covenant relationship that is united by God and illustrative of Christ’s relationship with his church. In order to preserve the integrity of this sacred institution and the local church, as the Body of Christ, it is imperative that the Pastors and leadership of Valley Church not sanction any union in marriage that is not consistent with Biblical teaching, including same-sex civil unions/marriages and marriages between a professing believer and a non-believer. We are therefore committed to maintaining the integrity of the marriage union within our church family. (Genesis 1:27, 2:24; Matthew 19:4-6; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Ephesians 5:31-32; 1 Timothy 1:8-10)

Healing of the sick is illustrated in the life and ministry of Jesus, and included in the commission of Jesus to His disciples. It is given as a sign, which is to follow believers. It is also a part of Jesus' work on the Cross and one of the gifts of the Spirit. We believe God also works through medical professionals, therefore medical guidance should be sought out and followed as well. (Psalm 103:2-3; Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 8:16-17; Mark 16:17-18; Acts 8:6-7; James 5:14-16; I Corinthians 12:9, 28; Romans 11:29).

It is the Father's will for believers to become whole, healthy and successful in all areas of life. But because of the fall, many may not receive the full benefits of God’s will while on Earth. That fact, though, should never prevent all believers from seeking the full benefits of Christ’s provision in order to better serve others.

Spiritual (John 3:3-11; II Corinthians 5:17-21; Romans 10:9-10)

Mental and Emotional (II Timothy 1:7, 2:11; Philippians 4:7-8; Romans 12:2; Isaiah 26:3).

Physical (Isaiah 53:4,5; Matthew 8:17; I Peter 2:24).

Financial (Joshua 1:8; Malachi 3:10-11; Luke 6:38; II Corinthians 9:6-10; Deuteronomy 28:1-14; Psalm 34:10, 84:11; Philippians 4:19).

Jesus Christ was physically resurrected from the dead in a glorified body three days after His death on the cross. In addition, both believers in Christ and unbelievers will be resurrected; the believer in Christ to the resurrection of life in the presence of God and the unbeliever to the resurrection of eternal separation from God and torment. (Luke 24:16, 36, 39; John 2:19-21, 20:26-28, 21:4; Acts 24:15; I Corinthians 15:42, 44; Philippians 1:21-23, 3:21).

Heaven is the eternal dwelling place for all believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Matthew 5:3, 12, 20, 6:20, 19:21, 25:34; John 17:24; II Corinthians 5:1; Hebrews 11:16; I Peter 1:4).

Hell is the eternal dwelling place for all who reject Jesus Christ's sacrifice for their sin (unbelievers). Hell is also the place of eternal torment of Satan and fallen angels (Matthew 25:41; Mark 9:43-48; Hebrews 9:27; Revelation 14:9-11, 20:12-15, 21:8).

Jesus Christ will physically and visibly return to earth for the second time to establish His Kingdom. This will occur at a date undisclosed by the Scriptures (Matthew 24:30, 26:63-64; Acts 1:9-11; I Thessalonians 4:15-17; II Thessalonians 1:7-8; Revelation 1:7)