Main Teachings
One way to describe the teachings of Trinity Christian Reformed Church is to say that we speak “Mere Christianity” with a “Reformed Accent.”
By “Mere Christianity” we mean historic teachings common to almost all Christians at all times. Such teachings include:
- The Trinity, one God in three Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
- The true divinity and true humanity of Jesus Christ
- The saving death and resurrection of Christ
- The hope for Christ’s return in glory, when God will perfect creation and wipe every tear from our eyes.
By a “Reformed Accent” we mean teachings which are not unique to the Reformed tradition but that Reformed believers characteristically emphasize. These include:
- Salvation by grace alone through faith alone
- The infallible authority of the Bible in matters of faith and morals
- The inclusion of the children of believers in the church through baptism
- The Gospel of the Kingdom, i.e. the gracious rule of Jesus Christ over every activity in all creation
Members of Trinity came from a variety of backgrounds, and we hold a variety of views about many important matters. However, our first identity is our identity in Christ, and these common beliefs unite us for God’s mission.