Statement of Faith

Sandhurst Baptist Church (Kent) believes and teaches:

  • That there is one God, The Triune God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit – the Trinity alone to be worshipped as Sovereign Creator and Lord of all.

  • That the Holy Scriptures are the inspired Word of God and that they are sufficient and supreme regarding all matters relating to faith, doctrine and practice.

  • That Jesus Christ was born of a virgin and conceived of the Holy Spirit.

  • The doctrine of original sin and human depravity in consequence of the fall.

  • That Jesus Christ was crucified, that he died, was buried and was resurrected.

  • That Jesus Christ ascended into heaven.

  • That forgiveness of sin and salvation is procured by the Atonement of Christ.

  • That salvation is by sovereign grace through faith alone.

  • That true saving faith is evidenced by repentance, good works and a desire to live a holy life.

  • That mankind is regenerated and sanctified by the power of the Holy Spirit.

  • That believers baptism is an outward sign of true conversion.

  • That the Holy Spirit indwells every true believer.

  • The priesthood of all believers.

  • The future return of Jesus Christ.

  • The resurrection of the dead.

  • The Final Judgment.

  • Eternal life for the saved and eternal death for the unsaved.