Our Beliefs
At Bellshire Assembly, our beliefs are rooted in Scripture and guided by the truth of God’s Word. These core beliefs shape who we are, how we worship, and how we live out our faith together as a church family.
What We Believe
We hold to the foundational beliefs of the Assemblies of God, grounded in Scripture and centered on the redemptive work of Jesus Christ.
Core Doctrinal Beliefs (AG Doctrine)
01. The Scriptures
The Scriptures are inspired by God and declare His design and plan for mankind.
• 2 Timothy 3:15–17
• 1 Thessalonians 2:13 • 2 Peter 1:21
02. The One True God
There is only one true God, revealed in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
• Deuteronomy 6:4 • Isaiah 43:10–11
• Matthew 28:19 • Luke 3:22
03. The Deity of the Lord Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God and is both fully human and fully divine.
• Matthew 1:23 • Hebrews 7:26 • Acts 2:22
• 1 Corinthians 15:3 • Matthew 28:6 • Acts 1:9
04. The Fall of Man
Man was created good but willingly fell into sin, bringing physical and spiritual death into the world.
• Genesis 1:26–27 • Genesis 2:17
• Genesis 3:6 • Romans 5:12–19
05. Salvation Through Jesus Christ
Every person can be restored to fellowship with God through salvation by accepting Christ’s forgiveness for sin.
• Luke 24:47 • John 3:3
• Romans 10:13–15 • Ephesians 2:8
• Titus 2:11 • Titus 3:5–7
06. Ordinances of the Church
We practice two ordinances: water baptism by immersion and Holy Communion, in obedience to Christ.
• Matthew 28:19 • Mark 16:16
• Acts 10:47–48 • Romans 6:4
07. Baptism in the Holy Spirit
The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a special experience following salvation that empowers believers for witness and service.
• Luke 24:49 • Acts 1:4 • Acts 1:8
• Acts 8:12–17 • Acts 10:44–46
• Acts 11:14–16 • Acts 15:7–9
• 1 Corinthians 12:1–31
08. Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit
The initial physical evidence of the baptism in the Holy Spirit is speaking in tongues.
• Acts 2:4 • 1 Corinthians 12:4–10
• 1 Corinthians 12:28
09. Sanctification
Sanctification begins at salvation and continues as a lifelong process of becoming more Christlike.
• Romans 12:1–2 • 1 Thessalonians 5:23
• Hebrews 12:14 • 1 Peter 1:15–16
• Romans 6:1–13 • Romans 8:1–2
10. The Mission of the Church
The Church exists to seek and save the lost and is the Body of Christ made up of believers across all generations.
• Ephesians 1:22–23
• Ephesians 2:22 • Hebrews 12:23
11. Church Leadership and Ministry
A divinely called and scripturally ordained leadership ministry serves the Church to equip believers for worship, service, and outreach.
• Mark 16:15–20 • John 4:23–24
• Ephesians 4:11–16
12. Divine Healing
Divine healing of the sick is provided for in Christ’s atonement and is a privilege for believers today.
• Isaiah 53:4–5
• Matthew 8:16–17 • James 5:14–16
13. The Blessed Hope
We believe in the rapture of the Church prior to Christ’s return, when believers will meet the Lord in the air.
• 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 • Romans 8:23
• Titus 2:13 • 1 Corinthians 15:51–52
14. The Millennial Reign of Christ
Jesus will return to reign on earth for one thousand years with His saints.
• Zechariah 14:5 • Matthew 24:27
• Matthew 24:30 • Revelation 1:7
• Revelation 19:11–14 • Revelation 20:1–6
15. Final Judgment
Those who reject Christ will face final judgment and eternal separation from God.
• Matthew 25:46 • Mark 9:43–48
• Revelation 19:20 • Revelation 20:11–15
• Revelation 21:8
16. New Heavens and New Earth
We look forward to a new heaven and a new earth where believers will dwell with God forever.
• 2 Peter 3:13 • Revelation 21
• Revelation 22
Biblical Marriage
Biblical marriage has only one meaning and is clearly defined in Scripture as a covenant, a sacred bond uniting one man (born a man) and one woman (born a woman) in a single, exclusive union for life, instituted by and publicly entered into before God (Matthew 19:4–6).
God intends sexual intimacy to occur only within this marriage covenant (1 Corinthians 6:18; 7:2–5; Hebrews 13:4). This covenant is made before God and should not be altered to fit personal preferences.
• Genesis 2:22–24 • Ephesians 5:22–33
• Mark 10:6–9 • Galatians 5:24–25
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Why Beliefs Matter
What we believe shapes how we live, love, and serve others. Our beliefs provide a foundation for worship, guide our decisions, and help us remain rooted in truth. They are not just statements on a page, but convictions that influence how we follow Jesus daily.
Understanding our beliefs helps create unity, clarity, and purpose as we grow together as a church family, seeking to honor God in every area of life.
