As stated in the section “What do we believe?” the Bible is God's Own Word to all people for all time.
Down through the ages men have tried to disprove the Bible, but no-one has ever yet proved that any part of it is untrue. It is not a text book of science, but when it makes a scientific statement, that statement is true and accurate. Archaeological evidence only confirms the truth of God's Word.
The Bible gives unchanging principles; it makes a skilful diagnosis of human nature and informs us of the sure and certain remedy of all the ills that are so prevalent in the society in which we live. It has stood the test of time and has influenced many elements of our national life for more than 400 years: art, architecture, literature, music, the work ethic, government, and family life. It presents an unfailing method for dealing with the basic ailment of human nature – sin - and its way to happiness has never been bettered.
The Bible clearly states that every person is accountable to God for the way he or she lives and for our response to Him. Sin is not just murder, theft and acts of violence; the Bible defines sin as ignoring God and leaving Him out of our thinking and lives; of ignoring Him and His Word. We believe that it is the responsibility of men and women to repent and turn to God.
The Bible also teaches us that God is a God of love Who is not willing that anyone should perish. Because He is also pure, holy and just, when we leave Him out of our lives and ignore Him and His right ways for living, His holiness and justice means that He must deal with each and every person's sin. That will be finally dealt with when He comes to judge the world.
In His loving concern for the human race, God sent His Own Son, Jesus Christ to bring us back to Him. Jesus lived on earth as a man, experiencing every type of trouble, difficulty, trial, temptation and sorrow that a person can know. He lived a life of pure goodness, teaching about the Kingdom of God and healing all who came to Him with their sicknesses. After some 3 years of this public work He was arrested, charged with blasphemy and executed as a common criminal. Three days later He rose from the dead and was seen by a large number of people. The Bible tells us that He died to secure pardon for the sins of His people.
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