What We Believe

Southwest Assembly is part of the Assemblies of God, the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination with some 65 million members and adherents. The Assemblies of God is committed to fulfilling a four-fold mission: to evangelize the lost, worship God, disciple believers and show compassion. Two years after its founding, the Assemblies of God established 16 doctrines as a standard to reach, preach and teach its people. These doctrines became our Statement of Fundamental Truths. Four of these truths are our core beliefs:

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What We Believe . . .

Salvation

The doctrine of Salvation forms the core of our Christian faith by proclaiming God’s victory over sin in our lives. This truth results in deliverance, healing and restored lives. Whether a new member or a mature Christian, every believer should have a clear understanding of salvation and the difference this truth makes in our lives and churches.

Baptism in the Holy Spirit

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is our distinctive doctrine. This truth explains the passion and power of our witness. Jesus promised His followers they would receive power from on high so that they would be His witnesses. We believe this truth is just as relevant today as our Fellowship continues to take the gospel message around the globe.

Divine Healing

Wherever Jesus went, He ministered with compassion and healed the sick. Christ’s example showed an interconnection with salvation as many believed following their healing. Our Lord continues to heal today and it is vital that the church preach, teach and practice the doctrine of Divine Healing. Scriptures command believers to pray in faith and trust God for the outcome.

The Second Coming of Christ

With the world experiencing natural disasters, economic downturns and increasing uncertainties on many fronts, the doctrine of Christ’s Second Coming is more relevant than ever. Believers must rest in the certainty of the imminent return of our Lord and share this hope with others.