Proclamation

Proclamation

Church of the Living God, Ground and Pillar of the Truth, The Light of The World, is the restoration of the primitive Christian Church, and as such, announces the good news of salvation to the entire world. The foundation of the church is based in the teachings of Jesus Christ to stay constant in our fidelity to God, the government, the Gospel, doctrine, sacred proceedings as well as continuing to work the heavenly promises given by Jesus Christ, our Savior. Those who meet the requirements of membership, live their life following the Christian doctrine without distinction as to race, sex, nationality, age, economic situation, level of education, etc.

Objectives

Spread the message of spiritual salvation.
Contribute, through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to peace among men and among nations.
Reconcile people with God and their neighbors, infusing the hope of eternal life through the message of the Christian doctrine.
Instill in everyone sense of personal, family, civic and moral responsibility.
The Church, The Light of the World, maintains that three principles, the religious, moral and civil, should govern the life of the members.
These principles are exploratory in nature and do not disregard or undermine the inalienable rights of all human beings.

Religious Aspect

We believe in the existence of God, who is unique and universal (1 Kings 8: 23)
... no God like you, above in the heavens or down on Earth...'

We believe in Jesus Christ, the son of God and Savior of the world (Acts 8: 37)
" I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God..."

We believe that Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit within a holy virgin, whose name was Mary ( Luke 1:28-25)
"and behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and bring forth a Son, and shalt call His name JESUS.."

We believe in the Holy Bible as the exclusive satisfactory rule on faith for the salvation of people, as set out in John 5: 39 and 2nd Timothy 3: 16
"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness…"

We believe in God's love to be called his children(1 John 3: 1)
"Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God! Therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew Him not.."

We believe that the death of Jesus Christ renewed humans with God, and because of that sacrifice, humans are accepted by God (John 3: 16
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life …"

We believe in the calling of the Apostles of God, sent to manifest the will of God and the road to salvation (Acts 13: 47)
"…I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest bring salvation unto the ends of the earth…"

We accept baptism in water in the name of Jesus Christ for forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38)
"Then Peter said unto them, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.."

We believe in baptism by the Holy Spirit as confirmation that God has given humans the commencement for admission to the Kingdom of heaven. (John 3: 5)
"Jesus answered, "Verily, verily I say unto thee, unless a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God…"

We believe in God's plan for salvation, regardless of race, color, language, political or economic position (1 Timothy 2: 4)
"..who will have all men to be saved and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.."

We believe the foundation of creed and faith are persuasion, conviction and reason. (Acts 26:28)
".. "Thou almost persuadest me to be a Christian…

We believe that Jesus Christ has established a church for those who accept his calling will achieve salvation (John 10: 16)
"…they shall hear My voice; and there shall be one fold and one Shepherd.."

We proclaim that each will be rewarded according their works during the second coming of Christ (Luke 21:27)
"...And then shall they see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.."

Morally

We recognize the free will of humans as the guiding principle of their conduct.

We accept sincere and open dialogue, which in turn develops our views and skills.

We consider that fanaticism and religious intolerance limits the development of countries, consequently, we open our doors to gaining knowledge to find ways to eradicate poverty, ignorance, vices and drug dependency.

We believe in science as a gift from God, which should be used to serve the largest needs of mankind and to promote the development of countries.

We affirm that everyone has the right to freedom of thought, and to choose their own religious decisions, without suffering any threat or injury.

We believe that unnatural rules, such as imposing marital status, obligating dispossession of property or undermining family integrity is contrary to all ethical and moral principles.

We respect all believers using a non-discrimination standard, who are entitled to the benefits according to the standards of our Church

Civil

We affirm that we exercise of our constitutional rights that allow us to assimilate with the general society, workplace and educational institutions without discrimination or limitations.

We believe that the governments are established to provide justice, punishing those who break the laws and protecting dutiful citizens. (Romans 13: 1-5)

We pray for the authorities because it is God's commandment respect all institutions (1 Timothy 2: 1-3)

We are obligated as citizens to comply and respect the laws of each country as well as the endorsement of cultures and patriotic symbols

We accept the belief that life is a divine design

In conclusion, our principles our summarized in the Biblical commandment: "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report if there be any virtue and if there be any praise, think on these things." (Philippians 4:8)