Core Beliefs
The following are the core beliefs of Legacy Church Bartlett based on the foundational truths taught in the bible. This Church accepts the Bible as the revealed will of God, the all-sufficient rule of faith and practice, and for the purpose of maintaining general unity of statements of faith.
Scriptures Inspired
The Bible is completely inspired by God, and serves as our authoritative guide for faith and practice. (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21)
The One True God
There is Only One True God, known as the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; John 14:16-17)
The Deity of Jesus
The Lord Jesus Christ, the one and only Son of God, was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin, Mary, and is God’s Anointed One, empowered by the Holy Spirit to inaugurate God’s kingdom on earth. He was crucified for our sins, died, was buried, resurrected and ascended into heaven, and is now alive today in the presence of God the Father and in His people. He is “true God” and “true man.” (Matthew 1:23; Hebrews 7:26; 1 Corinthians 15:3; Matthew 28:6; Acts 1:11)
The Salvation of Humanity
Humankind was created in the image of God to know and enjoy Him yet we willfully rejected the Lordship and glory of God for which we were intended. Because of this, sickness, death, and judgment entered the world and now creation experiences the effects and consequences of sin. The only way to restore the relationship is forgiveness offered only through Jesus Christ. (Romans 5:12-19; Luke 24:47; Titus 3:5-7)
Divine Healing
Divine Healing is an integral part of the Gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the Atonement, and is the privilege of all believers. (Isaiah 53:4-5; Matthew 8:16-17; James 5:14-16)
The Baptism in the Holy Spirit
The baptism of the Holy Spirit is poured out on believers that they might have power to be witnesses. (Acts 1:4-8l 2:4)
The Mission of the Church
The Church consists of all who put their faith in Jesus Christ. The Church exists to carry on the ministry of Jesus Christ and further advance His kingdom by undoing the works of the enemy, preaching and living the good news of God’s love, and discipling the nations-baptizing and teaching them to love and obey God (Mark 16:15-16; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 4:11-16; James 1:27)
The Blessed Hope
The glorious visible return of our Lord Jesus Christ for His overcoming bride–His church. Heaven and Hell are real places. There will be a resurrection of the saved and the lost, the one to everlasting life and the other to everlasting death (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:11-13; 2 Peter 3:13)