Core Beliefs
The following are core beliefs of Merrell United Methodist Church based on the foundational truths taught in the bible. All of our teaching and ministry is rooted in and flows out of these biblical doctrines.
God
There is one eternally existing God who is triune in purpose as Father, Son, and God the Holy Spirit. God as the holy One is the eternal love to the world.
Salvation
We believe that salvation is located in and through Jesus Christ.
Bible
We believe that the Bible is the word of God. Christian life and faith are subject to the primary authority of the Bible. The Bible as Scripture is interpreted through, reason, tradition, and experience.
Justification by grace through faith
We believe that our of God's generosity of love all that lives are invited to share life with God. This sharing of life is the gift of grace that can be accepted by faith.
Holiness
We believe in personal holiness and social action. We understand holiness as shaping in us the fruit of the Spirit.
The Church
The Church is to a display of God at work in the world. All are welcomed to participate in the developing of faithful action in the world.
Company of all believers
Jesus Christ is returning one day to judge both the living and the dead and to usher in the fullness of God's kingdom on earth.