I.       The Basic Beliefs of True Jesus Church

A.     Forward

The basic beliefs of the True Jesus Church are the common faith of our believers, which I received from the Second World Conference of the True Jesus Church. Based on the Bible, we will briefly explain the meanings of each belief.

B.     The Ten Basic Beliefs

1.      Believing that Jesus; who became flesh to die on the cross for the redemption of sinners; resurrected on the third day and ascended to heaven.  He is the only Savior of mankind, the ruler of the heavens and earth and the only true God.

2.      Believing that the Old and New Testaments of the holy Bible are inspired by God, and are therefore the only authentic scriptures to testify the truth, as well as the standard guide of a Christian way of life.

3.       Believing that our church is established by our Lord Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit of the latter rain, and that she is the revived true church of the apostolic days.

4.      Believing that being baptized by full immersion (the whole body) with the head bowed in living waters is a sacrament for the forgiveness of sins and regeneration. This baptism must be performed in the Holy name of Lord Jesus Christ by a baptist who has received both the baptism of water and of the Holy Spirit.

5.       Believing that the receiving of the Holy Spirit is Jesus Christ Himself is a prerequisite for entering heaven, and that the speaking in tongues is the evidence of having received the Holy Spirit.

6.      Believing that the footwashing is a sacrament, which enables one to have a part with the Lord, and that it is a teaching of mutual love, holiness, humility, service and forgiveness. The footwashing sacrament must be performed in the holy name of Lord Jesus only once to a person who has been baptized. Mutual footwashing can be conducted when necessary.

7.      Believing that the partaking of the Holy Communion is a sacrament to commemorate the death of our Lord Jesus, to receive His body and His blood, to be in communion with Him, thus enabling one to receive eternal life and be raised on the last day. Only one unleavened bread and one container of grape juice should be used.

8.       Believing that the Sabbath day (Saturday) is the holy blessed day of God and it is to be observed under grace—remembering His creation and the promised redemption with the hope of eternal rest in the age to come.

9.       Believing that salvation is given by grace through faith. However, it is necessary to rely on the Holy Spirit to strive for holiness, to fulfill the teachings of the Bible, to fear God and to love man.

10.  Believing that the Lord Jesus will descend from heaven on the last day to judge all people, the righteous will receive eternal life while the wicked will be condemned the eternal punishment.