UPCPI Core Beliefs

Firmly grounded in scripture — these are the truths that shape our faith, our worship, and our identity as a church.

About God

There is one God, who has revealed Himself as Father; through His Son, in redemption; and as the Holy Spirit, by emanation. Jesus Christ is God manifested in flesh. He is both God and man.

Deuteronomy 6:4 Ephesians 4:4-6 Colossians 2:9 I Timothy 3:16

About the Bible

The Bible is the infallible Word of God and the authority for salvation and Christian living.

II Timothy 3:15-17

About Sin and Salvation

Everyone has sinned and needs salvation. Salvation comes by grace through faith based on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Romans 3:23-25; 6:23

About the Gospel

The saving gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. We obey the gospel (II Thessalonians 1:8; I Peter 4:17) by repentance (death to sin), water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ (burial), and the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial sign of speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives the utterance (resurrection).

I Corinthians 15:1-4 Acts 2:4, 37-39 Romans 6:3-4

About Christian Living

As Christians we are to love God and others. We should live a holy life inwardly and outwardly, and worship God joyfully. The supernatural gifts of the Spirit, including healing, are for the church today.

Mark 12:28-31 II Corinthians 7:1 Hebrews 12:14 I Corinthians 12:8-10

About the Future

Jesus Christ is coming again to catch away His church. In the end will be the final resurrection and the final judgment. The righteous will inherit eternal life, and the unrighteous eternal death.

I Thessalonians 4:16-17 Revelation 20:11-15

Our Code Principles

Not rules — the culture we choose every day. The posture of a generation serious about living for something greater.

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Jesus Christ is everything.

We believe that Jesus Christ is the fullness of the Godhead bodily and the center of our faith, worship, and message.
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The Bible is our final authority.

God's Word is infallible, unchanging, and sufficient for doctrine, correction, and Christian living.
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Prayer is our first response.

We seek God's direction through prayer, fasting, and communion with Him before relying on human wisdom.
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Truth must be lived, not only believed.

We strive to obey God's Word daily, allowing our faith to shape our actions, attitudes, and character.
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We are called to make disciples.

Every believer is commissioned to share the gospel, teach the truth, and help others grow in Christ.
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We preach the Apostolic message.

We proclaim repentance, water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit as taught by the apostles.
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Holiness honors God.

We pursue holiness inwardly and outwardly, reflecting Christ in every area of life.
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Every member is a minister.

God has given every believer gifts and opportunities to serve His Church and advance His Kingdom.
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Unity strengthens the Church.

We protect the unity of the Spirit through humility, love, respect, and submission to biblical leadership.
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We live with eternity in view.

We anticipate the return of Jesus Christ and seek to live faithfully until He comes again.

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