Our Beliefs

The foundation of our faith — eight core convictions, grounded in scripture, that shape how we worship and walk together.

What We Believe

Each conviction is rooted in the Word of God — read alongside the scriptures we stand on.

Water Baptism

— Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 6:4, Acts 2:38

We believe in water baptism in the name of Jesus.

The Holy Spirit

— Acts 2:4

We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Spiritual Gifts

— 1 Corinthians 12:8-11

We believe in the full operation of the gifts through the Holy Ghost.

Prayer

— 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Pray without ceasing.

Worship

— Matthew 4:10

Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

Praise

— Psalm 150:6

Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord.

Evangelism

— Luke 14:23

We believe God has commanded us to go into the highways and hedges to tell of His goodness to the land of the living.

Discipleship

— Matthew 28:19-20

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

Church of Philadelphia

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