Core Beliefs
The following are the core beliefs of Navigation Church | Las Vegas, NV 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. [References]
The Bible
We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16-17). It is the supreme source of truth for Christian faith and living.
The Trinity
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). These three are co-equal and co-eternal, each fully God, yet one essence.
God the Father
We believe in God the Father, the sovereign creator and sustainer of all things (Genesis 1:1). He is all-knowing, all-powerful, and perfectly holy.
Jesus Christ
We believe in the dual nature of Jesus Christ as both fully man and full God. Born of a virgin, Jesus lived a sinless life, was crucified in atonement for humanities collective sin and rose to life again in three days. (John 1:1, Luke 1:34-35). Grace through faith in Jesus Christ is the only way to salvation (John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8).
The Holy Spirit
We believe in the Holy Spirit, who works in the lives of believers, empowering them for godly living and ministry (John 14:16-17, Acts 1:8). The Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin and righteousness (John 16:8) and bestows gifts to believers to promote the common good of the body of Christ and to build up the church in serve to God. (1 Corinthians 12:7, 14:12)
Salvation
We believe salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9). It is not earned by our own efforts but is a gift from God through Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection.
The Church
We believe the Church is the body of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23), composed of all who have placed their faith in Jesus. The Church is called to fulfill the Great Commission, making disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19-20).
Baptism and Communion
We believe that baptism and the Lord’s Supper are ordinances to be observed by the Church. Baptism is the outward expression of faith in Christ, and communion is a reminder of Christ’s sacrifice for us that is done when we are gathered for reflection, gratitude and unity (Matthew 28:19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26).
The Return of Christ
We believe in the personal, visible return of Jesus Christ to establish His kingdom (Acts 1:11). He will judge the living and the dead and reign forever (Revelation 22:12-13).
Resurrection and Eternal Life
We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost (John 5:28-29). Believers will experience eternal life with God, while the lost will face eternal separation from Him.
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References
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV)
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. [Back]
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. [Back]
Matthew 28:19 (ESV)
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. [Back]
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. [Back]
John 1:1 (ESV)
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. [Back]
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. [Back]
Luke 1:34-35 (ESV)
34 And Mary said to the angel, “How will this be, since I am a virgin?”
35 And the angel answered her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God. [Back]
34 And Mary said to the angel, “How will this be, since I am a virgin?”
35 And the angel answered her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God. [Back]
John 14:6 (ESV)
6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." [Back]
6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." [Back]
Ephesians 2:8 (ESV)
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God. [Back]
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God. [Back]
John 14:16-17 (ESV)
16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, 17 even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you. [Back]
16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, 17 even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you. [Back]
Acts 1:8 (ESV)
8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” [Back]
8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” [Back]
John 16:8 (ESV)
8 And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment. [Back]
8 And when he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment. [Back]
1 Corinthians 12:7 (ESV)
7 To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. [Back]
7 To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. [Back]
1 Corinthians 14:12 (ESV)
12 So with yourselves, since you are eager for manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in building up the church. [Back]
12 So with yourselves, since you are eager for manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in building up the church. [Back]
Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV)
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. [Back]
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. [Back]
Ephesians 1:22-23 (ESV)
22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all. [Back]
22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all. [Back]
Matthew 28:19-20 (ESV)
19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” [Back]
19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” [Back]
Matthew 28:19 (ESV)
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." [Back]
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." [Back]
1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (ESV)
23 For I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, “This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” 25 In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” 26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. [Back]
23 For I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, “This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” 25 In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” 26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. [Back]
Acts 1:11 (ESV)
11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” [Back]
11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” [Back]
Revelation 22:12 (ESV)
12 “Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay each one for what he has done. [Back]
12 “Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay each one for what he has done. [Back]
John 5:28-29 (ESV)
28 Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment. [Back]
28 Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment. [Back]