Introduction
Here you will find an overview of what it is we believe. Click on a topic below to learn more:-
City Church is a part of the Australian Christian Churches.
Australian Christian Churches is a movement of Pentecostal Churches in voluntary cooperation.
The Assemblies of God in Australia was formed in 1937 and has experienced consistent growth, particularly in the last twenty years. It adopted a new name of Australian Christian Churches in 2007 and currently consists of more than 1,120 churches with over 215,000 constituents, making it the largest Pentecostal movement in Australia.
In our churches you'll find vibrant, contemporary Christians who love the Lord Jesus Christ and express that love in lively praise and worship and in caring relationships.
God
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are coequal and are one God.
- Genesis 1:1,26,27,3:22
- Psalm 90:2
- Matthew 28:19
- 1 Peter 1:2
- 2 Corinthians 13:14
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is coequal with the Father and Holy Spirit. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven and will return again someday to earth to reign as King.
- Matthew 1:22,23
- Isaiah 9:6
- John 1:1-5,14:10-30
- Hebrews 4:14-15
- 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
- Romans 1:3-4
- Acts 1:9-11
- 1 Timothy 6:14-15
- Titus 2:13
About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is coequal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer spiritual gifts when they are saved. As Christians we seek to live under His control daily.
- Acts 1:8
- 2 Corinthians 3:17
- John 16:7-13,14:16-17
- Galatians 5:25
- 1 Corinthians 2:12,3:16
- Ephesians 1:13,5:18
About the Bible
The Bible is God's Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs about living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without error.
- 2 Timothy 3:16, 1:13
- 2 Peter 1:20-21
- Psalm 119:105, 160, 12:6
- Proverbs 30:5
About Human Beings
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God's creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin". Sin separates us from God and causes many problems in our life.
- Genesis 1:27
- Psalm 8:3-6
- Isaiah 53:6a
- Romans 3:23
- Isaiah 59:1-2
About Salvation
Salvation is God's free gift to us but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin's penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.
- Romans 6:23
- Ephesians 2:8-9
- John 14:6 , 1:2
- Titus 3:5
- Galatians 3:26
- Romans 5:1 , 10:9-10
About Eternity
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life in Heaven. Heaven and hell are real places of eternal existence.
- John 3:16, 14:17
- Romans 6:23, 8:17-18
- Revelation 20:15
- 1 Corinthians 2:7-9
Here are a few things we are committed to (Our Core Values)
- We are a generous church.
a. We are committed to build generous people.
b. We are committed to teach and model generousity.
c. We are committed to give above & beyond the tithe (10%)
d. We are committed to give to causes that extend the Kingdom of God in Australia and overseas.
- We are a growing church.
a. We are committed to both corporately & personally reaching and discipling lost people.
b. We are committed to Sunday services being a high priority.
c. We are committed to the personal growth and development of the believer.
d. We are committed to being large & influential.
- We are an excellent church.
a. We are committed to bring excellence into every area of ministry.
b. We are committed to continually increase in excellence.
c. We are committed to doing the best with the resources we have.
d. We are committed to the excellence that comes with a Spirit of ownership.
- We are a serving church.
a. We are committed to serve in our community.
b. We are committed to serve with a Spirit of ownership.
c. We are committed to serve our vision, values & leadership of Sunshine City Church.
d. We are committed to serve the next generation.
- We are a faithful church.
a. We are committed to teach, preach & obey the Word of God.
b. We are committed to encourage people with words of faith.
c. We are committed to live by faith
d. We are committed to being a household of faith.
- We are a unified church.
a. We are committed to unity above individuality.
b. We are committed to speaking highly of each other.
c. We are committed that the highest right is giving up our rights.
d. We are committed to work as a team.
- We are an honorable church.
a. We are committed to honour & pray for the leaders of our church.
b. We are committed to loyalty to people over faithfulness to a task.
c. We are committed to Godly conduct & integrity.
d. We are committed to praying for our nation & the leaders of our nation.
e. We are committed to supporting the decisions and vision of the leadership of our church.
- We are a Spirit filled church.
a. We are committed to being Christ’s Ambassadors here on earth.
b. We are committed to live in the power of the Holy Spirit.
c. We are committed to walk in the authority of the believer.
d. We are committed to empower people to prosper.
e. We are committed to being relevant to today & offer real answers to real current day problems.