Tenet Of The Church

This church always looks to the Bible as its spiritual guide and fully follows the fundamental truths and the standard of Christian doctrine and principles as set forth by the Church Council of The Promised Word Church International, Ghana.

1. The Bible
   • The Holy Bible is God’s divine and inspired word. (2 Peter 1:20–21, 2 Timothy 3:16)
   • It is authoritative, infallible, and superior to human reasoning. (John 20:31, Psalm 119:105)
   • Nothing must be added to or taken from the Word of God. (Revelation 22:18–19)
2. The One True God
   • The one true God has revealed Himself as eternal. (Deuteronomy 6:4)
   • He exists as a Holy Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Luke 3:22, Matthew 28:19–20, John 1:1–3)
3. 3. Man’s Depraved Nature
   Man was created in God’s image but fell from grace through sin. (Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Isaiah 53:6)
   Man needs repentance and regeneration. (Acts 2:38, Acts 17:30, Romans 3:23–25)
   Salvation is obtained through faith in Jesus Christ. (Mark 1:15, Romans 10:8–10, 2 Corinthians 5:17)
   
   4. The Saviour, Jesus Christ, and His Divinity
   Jesus Christ is the only Saviour and mediator between God and man. (Acts 4:10–12, 1 Timothy 2:5)
   His virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, atoning death, resurrection, and ascension confirm His divinity. (Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:18–25, John 2:11, Romans 5:8–11, Acts 1:9–11)
   
   5. Repentance, Regeneration, Justification, and Sanctification
   Repentance and faith in Christ lead to regeneration. (John 3:3–6, 1 Peter 1:23)
   Justification is by faith in Christ alone. (Romans 5:1–2)
   Sanctification is the process of living a holy life through the power of the Holy Spirit. (Hebrews 12:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:23)
   
   6. The Holy Spirit, Fruit, Baptism, and Gifts
   The baptism of the Holy Spirit is for all believers. (Acts 2:38–39)
   The evidence of Holy Spirit baptism is speaking in tongues. (Acts 2:4, Acts 10:44–46)
   The Holy Spirit empowers believers with gifts and produces spiritual fruit. (Galatians 5:22–23, 1 Corinthians 12:8–11)
   
   7. The Ordinances of Water Baptism and Holy Communion of the Lord’s Supper
   Water baptism by immersion is for believers. (Matthew 28:19, Romans 6:4–6)
   The Lord’s Supper is to be partaken by all baptized members in full fellowship. (Luke 22:19–20, 1 Corinthians 11:23–33)
   
   8. Divine Healing
   Healing is provided in the atonement of Christ. (Isaiah 53:4–5, Matthew 8:16–17, James 5:14–16)
4. 9. Tithes and Offerings
   Tithing and freewill offerings support the work of the church. (Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Luke 6:38)
   God blesses those who give cheerfully. (Acts 20:35)
   
   10. The Church
   The church is the body of Christ, consisting of all true believers. (1 Peter 1:18–19, 2 Corinthians 6:16–18, Ephesians 2:20–22)
   The mission of the church is to evangelize and make disciples. (Matthew 28:19–20)
   
   11. The Second Coming of Jesus Christ and the Next Life
   Jesus will return to rapture the church. (1 Thessalonians 4:16–17, Titus 2:13)
   After the tribulation, Christ will reign for 1,000 years. (Revelation 20:1–6)
   The final judgment will determine the eternal destiny of all. (Revelation 20:11–15)
   The righteous will inherit a new heaven and a new earth. (2 Peter 3:13, Revelation 21:1–4)
   
   These tenets form the foundation of our faith and guide our lives as members of the Promised Word Church International.