Sunday Worship: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Rivers & Bayelsa States, Nigeria

Our Beliefs

The 11 Tenets of The Apostolic Church

Our foundational beliefs rooted in the Holy Scriptures

1

The Unity of the Godhead

The Unity of the God-head and the Trinity of the persons there-in.

Genesis 1:1; Matt 3:16-17; 1 John 5:7
2

Repentance and Regeneration

The utter depravity of human nature, the necessity for repentance and regeneration and the eternal doom of the finally impenitent (i.e. unrepentant).

Gen 3:1-19; Isaiah 53:6; Acts 2:38; 17:30; John 5:28-29; Daniel 12:2; Romans 2:7, 6:23; 1 John 1:1-2
3

The Person and Work of Christ

The Virgin Birth, Sinless Life, Atoning Death, Triumphant Resurrection, Ascension and Abiding intercession of Our Lord Jesus Christ. His second coming and millennial reign upon earth.

John 8:46; 14:30; Col. 1:15; 2 Cor 5:19; Romans 3:25; Acts 2:36; Phil. 2:9-11; 1 Thess 4:16-17; Rev. 22:20
4

Justification and Sanctification

Justification and sanctification of the believer through the finished work of Christ.

Acts 2:38; Luke 15:7; Romans 4:25; 5:16; 1 Cor 1:30; 1 Thess 4:30
5

Baptism of the Holy Ghost

The baptism of the Holy Ghost for believers with signs following.

1 Cor 12:8-11; Mark 16:17; Acts 2:4; Galatians 5:22
6

The Nine Gifts of the Holy Ghost

The nine gifts of the Holy Ghost for the edification, exhortation and comfort of the Church, which is the body of Christ.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11
7

The Sacraments

The sacraments of baptism by immersion and of the Lord's Supper.

Rom 6:4, 6:11, 6:13-14; Luke 3:21; Mark 16:16; Luke 22:19-20; Matt. 26:21-29; Acts 20:7
8

Divine Inspiration of Scripture

The divine inspiration and authority of the Holy Scriptures.

2 Tim 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21
9

Church Government

Church government by Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers, Elders and Deacons.

Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Corinthians 12:28
10

Possibility of Falling from Grace

The possibility of falling from Grace.

1 Cor 10:12; 1 John 5:11; John 15:4; Romans 5:1-2; 1 Tim 4:1, 16; 2 Tim 3:13-15; Col 1:21-23
11

Tithes and Offerings

The obligatory nature of Tithes and Offerings.

Malachi 3:10; Matthew 23:23; Hebrews 7:1-4; Luke 6:38; Acts 20:35

Rules of Beliefs

1

A personal testimony of your Salvation in Christ.

2

Your acknowledgment of and obedience to the Order and Officers of the Church: Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers, Elders and Deacons.

3

Your presence in the meetings of the Church and abidance in full communion; that is, not to absent yourself more than three times from communion without sufficient reason.

4

Your conformity with the fundamental doctrines of the Church, as well as with the two ordinances, namely baptism by immersion, and the Lord's Supper. (Rom 6:4, Luke 22:19, 1 Cor 11:24)

5

That you contribute towards the support of the cause, as taught unto us in the Word of God. (Gen 14:20, 28:22, Lev 27:30, 1 Chronicles 29:14, Heb 7:8,17)

6

That you keep the counsels of the Church within the Church.

7

That you pray for and help every member, remembering that we are joint members in the Body of Christ.

8

Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

Rules of Conduct

1

Pray Before Coming

Never come to the House of God without praying before coming.

Matthew 6:7, Ephesians 6:18
2

Be Punctual

Be in your seat at the commencement of the service. You will thus be a good example to those who are late.

Genesis 22:3, Psalm 108:2
3

Bring Your Children

Bring your children with you to the House of God. Relatives and servants also have souls.

Matthew 11:14, Acts 10:24
4

Befriend Your Pastor

Make your Pastor your personal friend. His sympathy, support and counsel are needed by you.

1 Thessalonians 2:7, Hebrews 13:17
5

Your Spiritual Home

Make the Church your spiritual home.

Acts 2:46-47, Psalm 133:1
6

Speak Respectfully

Never speak disrespectfully or criticizingly of God's servants in the presence of your children.

Galatians 6:7, Hosea 8:7
7

Bring Your Bible

Take your Bible with you to the House of God.

Psalm 1:2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17
8

Worship Reverently

Enter reverently, pray fervently, listen attentively, give praise from a grateful heart and worship God in the beauty of holiness.

Psalm 118:27-29, Romans 12:11