Around 7.9 to 8 million People Currently Attend a Foursquare Church Globally.
“Victory Life Christian Church” is Connected to the Family of 1800 Foursquare Churches Around the World and Adheres to Clear Biblical Truths:
The Fall of Man
We believe that Adam and Eve are the predecessors of the entire human race and were created in the image of God. Through direct disobedience to God the Creator and His Word they became sinners. Through Adam all people inherited the sin nature and it’s consequences, and therefore all are in need of a Redeemer (See Genesis 1:27; Romans 5:12, 19).
The Plan of Redemption
We believe that Christ died for all of us while we were still sinners; He took the punishment for our sin. With His own blood, He purchased salvation and redemption for all who believe in Him. (See John 3:16; Isaiah 53:5; Titus 2:14).
Salvation Through Grace
We believe that salvation is an act of God’s grace appropriated through faith in Jesus Christ. No person can be good enough to earn their salvation, and good works (ie: “being good”) does not earn or contribute to receiving God’s love and favour (See Ephesians 2:8, 13).
Repentance and Acceptance
We believe that, when people repent for their sins and accept Jesus, they are justified through Jesus’ sacrificial death on the Cross. By “repent” we mean “to make a quality decision to go in another direction”turning oneself away from a sinful lifestyle. Accepting Jesus means believing in Him as the only Saviour. To be “justified” means being declared “not guilty” (acquitted) in regard to sin (See Romans 10:9-10; 1 John 1:9).
The New Birth
We believe that the change that takes place in all persons when they are “born again” (born of the Spirit of God) is very real. They receive righteousness (being in “right standing”) through Jesus Christ, and they are empowered by the Holy Spirit. This is received by faith and therefore, they begin to experience new desires, interests and pursuits. (See John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17)
Daily Christian Life
We believe that everyone who are been born again grow in sanctification—which means they separate themselves from the unsound value system of the world and embrace and live according to the Godly values of kingdom life that Jesus proclaimed. As they do, they progress in holiness, faith, power, prayer, love and service. (See 2 Corinthians 7:1).
Evangelism
We believe that sharing the good news of the Gospel and making disciples is the primarybusiness of the church; and every and any hindrance to worldwide evangelism should be taken away. (See James 5:20; Mark 16:15).
Tithing and Offerings
We believe that tithing (giving 10% of gross earnings) and in addition offerings (giving as determined by the individuals) are God’s fiscal instruments to carry out effectively His ministry, spreading the gospel to the world, and releasing personal and experiential blessing for the Christian (See Malachi 3:10; 1 Corinthians16: 1, 2).
Moderation
We believe that Christians should avoid excess and that their moderation should be obvious to others. Their commitment to Christ should be deep and sincere, but they should not indulge in or lead other people into extremes of fanaticism in any area. Christians should be balanced, well thought of, humble and self-sacrificing, reflecting Christ’s grace and character in all areas of their lives. (See Colossians 3:12, 13; Philippians 4:5).
Church Relationship
We believe that it is essential for all believers to join with and become part of a congregation of other believers. It is important to worship together, observe the ordinances of the church, encourage and support one another, and work together to advance the Lord’s kingdom (See Hebrews 10:24, 25).
Civil Government
We believe that civil government is established by divine appointment; civil laws should be upheld at all times except when they are in opposition to the Word of God (See Romans 13:1-7).
The Holy Scriptures
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God; it is absolutely true, enduring, and unchangeable (2 Timothy 3:16, 17. Matthew 24:35).
The Eternal Godhead
We believe in the Trinity of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. The three parts of the Trinity are coexistent and coeternal, which means that they always have existed and always will exist together; they are coequal in divine perfection, which means that no person of the Trinity is more powerful or more perfect than any other person in the Trinity (See 1 John 5:7).
Water Baptism and the Lord’s Supper
We believe that people who have been born again should be baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Jesus Himself was baptized and instructed His followers to be baptized. Baptism also confirms that Christ is the Lord and King in each believer’s life (Romans 6:4). We believe in observing the Lord’s Supper, or Communion, just as Jesus instructed. This means that born-again believers take the broken bread and the fruit of the vine as a remembrance and celebration of the new life that is theirs because of Jesus’ death on the cross and His resurrection. It is also looking forward to His return as triumphant King (See 1 Corinthians 11:24-26)
Baptism with the Holy Spirit
We believe that the baptism with the Holy Spirit is an experience that follows salvation. All believers have God’s Spirit within them. Holy Spirit baptism empowers believers to exalt Jesus, to live lives of holiness, and to be witnesses of God’s saving grace. We believe that those who experience Holy Spirit baptism today will experience it in the same manner that believers experienced it in the early church; in other words, we believe that they will speak in the language of tongues—languages that are not known to them (See Acts 1: 5, 8; 2:4).
Divine Healing
We believe that Jesus Christ heals people who are sick. God does not change; He is still willing and able to heal the body, as well as the soul and spirit, in response to faith (See Mark 16: 17, 18; James 5:14-16).
The Spirit-Filled Life
We believe that born-again believers should be people who pray and who allow the Holy Spirit to shape their values and behaviours every day; their lives should exemplify love, honesty and sincerity (See Ephesians 4:30-32).
The Gifts and Fruit of the Spirit
We believe that the Holy Spirit gives ministry gifts to believers; in other words, the Holy Spirit gives people special abilities for ministry. These gifts will build up groups of believers and help them mature in Christian faith (See 1 Corinthians 12:1-11). Further, Spirit-filled believers should show the spiritual “fruit” that has been given to them: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, self-control (See Romans 12:6-8; Galatians 5:22-25).