1. ABORTION
We are against any form of abortion. (Exodus 20:13, Deuteronomy 5:17, Deuteronomy 27:25a, Psalm 139:13-16, Psalm 22:10-11, Galatians 1:15) However, in a special emergency with strict medical advice and supervision, it may be permitted.
2. HEALING OF THE SICK AND INJURED
We believe in divine healing through the providence of God in response to prayer and encourage all people to believe in the Lord for deliverance. We also recognize the medical profession as an instrument in God’s hands. (Luke 5:31, Isaiah 53:5)
3. HYPNOSIS
We are opposed to any form of hypnosis. Hypnosis leads to an altered state of consciousness in which the mind is easily influenced from outside. That is what the hypnotist needs in order to modify the behaviour of his prey. The Scripture says to be watchful, “self-controlled and alert''. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). The hypnotist is not the only one who wants to modify our behaviour; Satan also wants to do some modifying and we should be wary of giving him any opportunity to make his suggestions.
4. OCCULT PRACTICES
We are opposed to all occult practices including communication with spirits and altered states of consciousness such as meditation. (Deuteronomy 4:19, 18:9-12a, Isaiah 47:10-14a, Jeremiah 10:2, Acts 16:16, Revelation 21:8)
5. HOMOSEXUALITY
We are opposed to homosexuality. Based on the teaching of the Holy Scripture, it is declared to be a sin. We encourage those who indulge in homosexuality to cease such acts, repent and turn to God for forgiveness. (Romans 1:20-32, Acts 15:20, 29, 1Thessalonians 4:3, Hebrew 13:4, Revelation 21:8, 22:15)
6. DIVORCE
We encourage strong marital relationships and discourage divorce except in extreme cases of proof of adultery. We believe in healing for crumbling or broken marriage. Divorced and remarried persons are accepted in love and grace as members, provided they have received Jesus as their Saviour and have a spirit-filled life. (Malachi 2:15-16, Mathew 5:32)
7. PREMARITAL/ EXTRA-MARITAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY
The Holy Bible declares such activities to be sin. We are opposed to all sex outside of marriage. (1 Corinthians 5:9-10, 6:9, Hebrew 12:16, 13:4, James 4:4)
8. WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP IN CHURCH OFFICES
We believe that God calls both men and women equally to the ministry. (1 Corinthians 12:13, Galatians 3:28, Colossians 3:11)
9. ORNAMENTS
We are not opposed to wearing ornaments. (James 2:2, Revelation 1:13)
10. IDOL WORSHIP
We do not believe in any form of teaching of praying to or paying obeisance to statues. (Exodus 20:2-5, 1 John 5:21)
11. PRAYING FOR THE SALVATION OF THE DEAD
Salvation is personal and a gift of God and available only during one’s lifetime. Any attempt to save them through after-death ceremonies are vain efforts according to the Scripture. We do not believe in it. (1 Corinthians 15:29, Hebrews 9:27)
12. SLAIN IN THE SPIRIT
We do believe being slain in the spirit. During the ministration, the Holy Spirit empowers believers and heals, delivers and speaks through visions and prophecy. (Matthews 17:5-8, Acts 9:3-4)
13. BIRTH CONTROL
This is left to the individuals concerned; however, following conception we are opposed to the use of any abortifacients.
14. OPERATIONS AND ORGAN TRANSPLANT
These are left to the individuals concerned.
15. DIETARY LAWS
We enforce no dietary restrictions; however, we discourage gluttony.
16. STERILIZATION
This is left to the individuals concerned.
17. BURIAL AND CREMATION OF FETUSES
This is left to the individuals concerned.
18. MEDICATION, VACCINATION AND BLOOD TRANSFUSION
We are supportive of medication including blood transfusion and vaccination. We are opposed to the use of narcotics except under strict medical supervision.
19. DRESS AND CONDUCT
We encourage modesty and moderation. We approve of good, clean, healthy recreation and entertainment. Refer “Congregational code of conduct”
20. TAX STATUS OF PROPERTY OWNED BY RELIGIOUS GROUP
We believe in exemption from taxation of all properties used for religious purposes, but not those used for unrelated business purposes