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ABOUT

​HCF exists to CONNECT people to God, so they may GROW to SERVE God and others.

MISSION

Matthew 28:19-20

“... go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Ephesians 4:16

“From him the whole body, joined (CONNECT) and held together by every supporting ligament, grows (GROW) and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work (SERVE).”

CONNECT

To join together (two or more things)
At HCF we want to: Bring people into a vibrant relationship with God and others

GROW

​To promote the development of

At HCF we want to: Bring people to maturity

in Christ

SERVE

To render assistance; be of use; help 

At HCF we want to: Assist people in the use of their gifts to serve God and others

WHAT WE BELIEVE

In essential beliefs - we have unity.

​“There is one Body and one Spirit… there is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of us all…“ Ephesians 4:4-6

 

In non-essential beliefs - we have liberty.

“Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters ….  Who are you to judge someone else’s servant?  To his own master, he stands or falls ….  So then each of us will give an account of himself to God ….  So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.” Romans 14:1, 4, 12, 22

 

In all our beliefs - we show charity.

“… If I hold in my mind not only all human knowledge but also the very secrets of God, and if I have the faith that can move mountains - but have no love, I amount to nothing at all.” I Corinthians 13:2 (Ph)


THE ESSENTIALS IN WHAT WE BELIEVE:
 

About God 

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe.  He has eternally existed in three persons:  the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  These three are co-equal and are the one, God.

  • Genesis 1:1, 26, 27; 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; I Peter 1:2; II Corinthians 13:14

 

About Jesus Christ

​​Jesus Christ is the Son of God.  He is co-equal with the Father.  Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross.  He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death.  He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return someday to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. 

  • Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14, 15; I Corinthians 15:3, 4; Romans 1:3, 4; Acts 1:9-11; I Timothy 6:14, 15; Titus 2:13
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About The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God.  He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ.  He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation.  He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right.  Every believer possesses a spiritual gift imparted by the Holy Spirit.  As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.

  • II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16, 17; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18

 

About The Bible

The Bible is God’s Word to us.  It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit; the only infallible rule for faith and practice.  They are to be interpreted according to their context and purpose and in reverent obedience to the Lord who speaks through them in living power. (continue…) 

  • II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20, 21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105, 160, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5

 

About Human Beings

People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character.  People are the supreme object of God’s creation.  Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.”  This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life. 

  • Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1, 2

 

About Salvation

Salvation is God’s free gift to us but we must accept it.  We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works.  Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty.  When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved.  Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. 

  • Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8, 9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1

 

About Eternity

​​​People were created to exist forever.  We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation.  To be eternally separated from God is Hell.  To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life.  Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence.

  • John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:17-18; Revelation 20:15; I Corinthians 2:7-9

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