About CBC - Doctrinal Statement

The Scriptures
We believe that all of Scripture (i.e. both the Old and New Testament) is verbally inspired by God, and is our final authority in all matters pertaining to doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness (II Tim. 3:16,17). 

God
We believe in only one true God; One in essence, nature, and attributes, but existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (I Jn. 5:7). 

Jesus Christ
We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, of His shed blood on Calvary for the forgiveness of our sins, of His bodily resurrection and ascension to the Father's right hand. We do not believe that He is a way to the Father, but rather the only way through which we can receive righteousness, regeneration, sanctification, and glorification. He is, in fact, our salvation (I Cor. 1:30-31). 

Holy Spirit
We believe in the baptism with the Holy Spirit, expressed with speaking in tongues according to Acts 1:8; 2:4; 9:17; 10:44-46; 11:15,16; and 19:6. We believe this experience is distinct from, and subsequent to, the new birth, and can be received by faith (Gal. 3:2). 

Salvation
We believe that all who, in repentance and faith, receive the Lord Jesus as Saviour and Lord are born again (Acts 20:20-21; Rom. 10:9-13). 

Healing
We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the cross has provided healing for the human body (Mt. 8:16,17; Isa. 53:4; I Pet. 2:24). 

The Resurrection
We believe in the resurrection of the just and the unjust; one to everlasting life and one to everlasting damnation (Mt. 25:46). 

The Second Coming
We believe in a literal, physical second return of the Lord Jesus Christ (I Th. 1:10; 4:16-17). 

The Church
We believe that the universal church is comprised of all true believers who have received salvation through Christ (Eph. 1:22-23). We also believe in and encourage fellowship with a local church (Heb. 10:25). 

Gifts of the Spirit
We believe that spiritual gifts and manifestations of the Holy Spirit are for the common good and building up of others today (I Cor. 12:7).

 


What our Students say...

  • The teachings at Charis allowed me to see how much God values me as His child. As a result I have been able to value others around me. I can now enjoy relationships and see people for who God sees them. My marriage has been enriched, my friendships have sweetened and my outlook on life has been uplifted to a place where I never thought possible.

  • The bible was always important to me but for some reason I never took the time to appreciate it. After two years of having my eyes opened to the grace that is found within this precious book, I can now spend hours within it and enjoy heavenly food that changes my heart and life.

  • I never realised that the fullness of God was for me! I assumed that the full time ministers of God were the ones who God gave His power to. But since I have learned that I can have all of God to myself I have been more confident to be a husband and a father knowing that all of God’s resources are available to me. I can heal people, minister the gospel and do everything a TV evangelist does….just not on TV! God has blessed my everyday life with His life giving truth of Jesus.

  • I always wondered what my ‘calling’ was and where I was ‘called’ to. However, now that I have learned the true nature of God I am at peace knowing that all things work together for my good because I love the Lord and I am ‘called’ according to His purpose. So now I don’t worry about the details of the future because I have realised that I have been called to be loved by God and it is ‘in’ Christ that my calling is fulfilled.

  • I once laid hands on a deaf man’s ears and witnessed him hear for the first time. His eyes spoke more of the experience than what his mouth could for he still spoke like a dumb man. As he wept and shouted he could do no more than hug me and jump with excitement. Within a short time he ran with great haste toward his home with the Good News. I have learned that the Word of God works, believe the word and you will receive the manifestation of the word.