Beliefs:
Our Philosophy-
The philosophy of BHCC is based on the belief that the Bible is the full, final, and inerrant Word of God. The Divine message of the Bible can be understood only by the application of sound principles of study and interpretation. The Scripture is the source of knowledge concerning eternal and spiritual matters, and it tells the origin of the world, and the purpose and function of the natural order. Because that is true, the Bible is the foundation of all ministry.
By its very nature and content, the Word of God encourages in a believer the desire for breadth, maturity, and integrity in all life pursuits. God expects his children to learn about His Word and His world. Beyond intellectual growth, however, the Christian faith demands spiritual development, behavioral change, and the practical use of acquired skills and gifts.
BHCC offers a range of ministry teams and opportunities that meets the special gifts and skills of those believers who aspire to serve within the Body, as well as the general need of all believers to learn what enables them to live dynamic Christian lives of service. Fellowship with those of like precious faith is always fundamental to the health of the Body.
Our Position-
The doctrinal position of BHCC represents the general belief and practice of the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, historically known as the Restoration Movement. On many points of doctrine we stand on common ground with evangelical Protestantism, such as . . .
Our Plea-
The unity of all believers based upon the all-sufficiency of the Word of God, not on man-made creeds and dogmas.
The restoration of the ancient order of things, in matters of church polity and practice.
Our Philosophy-
The philosophy of BHCC is based on the belief that the Bible is the full, final, and inerrant Word of God. The Divine message of the Bible can be understood only by the application of sound principles of study and interpretation. The Scripture is the source of knowledge concerning eternal and spiritual matters, and it tells the origin of the world, and the purpose and function of the natural order. Because that is true, the Bible is the foundation of all ministry.
By its very nature and content, the Word of God encourages in a believer the desire for breadth, maturity, and integrity in all life pursuits. God expects his children to learn about His Word and His world. Beyond intellectual growth, however, the Christian faith demands spiritual development, behavioral change, and the practical use of acquired skills and gifts.
BHCC offers a range of ministry teams and opportunities that meets the special gifts and skills of those believers who aspire to serve within the Body, as well as the general need of all believers to learn what enables them to live dynamic Christian lives of service. Fellowship with those of like precious faith is always fundamental to the health of the Body.
Our Position-
The doctrinal position of BHCC represents the general belief and practice of the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, historically known as the Restoration Movement. On many points of doctrine we stand on common ground with evangelical Protestantism, such as . . .
• The Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God and the infallible rule of faith and practice.In keeping with our unique heritage, however, BHCC seeks to restore Biblical truth. Some of the more important areas in which we seek to restore New Testament Christianity are:
• The virgin birth and divinity of Jesus.
• The bodily resurrection of Jesus and the promise of his return.
• The Church as the God-appointed Body of Christ on earth.
• Rational-moral conversion and regeneration under the power of the all-sufficient Word of God.Obedience to the ancient order of things in regard to such matters as the oversight of the local church by an eldership and the observance of the Lord's Supper on a weekly basis is central to the restoration of New Testament practices.
• Salvation by faith, as opposed to salvation by experience.
• Baptism (immersion) into Christ for the remission of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Our Plea-
The unity of all believers based upon the all-sufficiency of the Word of God, not on man-made creeds and dogmas.
The restoration of the ancient order of things, in matters of church polity and practice.
