Our Beliefs

Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.

John 20:30-31

God

God is three persons in one: the Father, who created and sustains the world; the Son, who lived as a human being, died, and rose from the dead; and the Holy Spirit who works God’s will in the world. (Matthew 28:18-21)

The Bible

The Bible is the infallible word of God, spoken through human writers. It is the sole authority, guide and standard for all that we do. (2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

Sin

Sin exists in every person. It is the cause of the bad things people do to each other. (Romans 5:12, 18-19) Everyone will have existence after death – either in heaven or hell – forever and without end. God has a plan to end the world, when He will judge everyone – both the living and the dead. (Matthew 25:31-46)

The Cross

We believe in the sign of the cross. It is a symbol used by all Christians. The cross symbolizes the terrible death that Jesus suffered as punishment for our sins. The empty cross is a symbol of Jesus’ victory over sin and death. (Colossians 2:13-15)

We Believe In:

Grace alone

God loved the world, though we do not deserve His love. He sent His Son to love the unlovely and save the ungodly. (Ephesians 2:8-10)

Faith alone

Jesus has provided for our forgiveness and life; those who hear this promise and believe it, have what it offers. People don’t “get” faith; God gives it as He gives us His promises. (Romans 1:16-17)

Scripture alone

The Bible is the only source that shows God’s will and the only basis for faith. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

Journey Lutheran Church is a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).
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