BELIEFS
Statement of Faith
At Lesedi Community Church, we are committed to shining the light of Christ where God has placed us. Rooted in Scripture and guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to proclaim the gospel, disciple believers, and serve our community with love and compassion.
The Bible
We believe the Bible is the inspired, perfect and infallible Word of God, revealing His will and providing guidance for all areas of life. It is the foundation for our faith, teaching, and community service (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
God
We believe in one God, who is loving, sovereign, and eternal, existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God is the Creator of all, calling us to reflect His glory and serve others in His name (Deuteronomy 6:4; Genesis 1:26-28).
Jesus Christ
We believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father where he shall come to judge then living and the dead.
Through Him, we find forgiveness of sins, hope, and eternal life (John 1:14; Romans 5:8).
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit indwells all believers, empowering us to live holy lives, proclaim the gospel, and serve our neighbors. He convicts the world of sin and leads us into all truth (John 16:13; Acts 1:8).
Creation
We believe that God created the heavens and the earth and all that is in them out of nothing, by His powerful Word. Humanity was created in the image of God, designed for relationship with Him and stewardship over creation (Genesis 1:1, 26-27; Colossians 1:16-17).
Sin
We believe that sin entered the world through Adam and Eve’s disobedience, bringing separation from God and corruption to all creations. Every person is born with a sinful nature and is in need of salvation through Jesus Christ (Genesis 3:1-19; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12-19).
Salvation
We believe salvation is a gift from God, received by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.
It is not earned by works but is offered freely to all who repent and believe (Ephesians 2:8-9).
The Church
Serving the Community
We believe God has called us to be His hands and feet in the world.
We are committed to addressing spiritual, emotional, and physical needs through acts of love, justice, and compassion. By serving others, we reflect the light of Christ (Matthew 5:14-16; James 2:14-17).
Unity in Diversity
We believe in the unity of all believers, regardless of background or status, as members of God’s family.
In our context, we celebrate diversity and seek to break barriers that divide us, promoting peace and reconciliation (Ephesians 2:14-16).
The Kingdom of God
We believe in the present and future reality of God’s kingdom. We are called to live as faithful witnesses, bringing hope and transformation to our community until Christ returns (Matthew 6:10; Luke 17:20-21).
The Sacraments
We believe in two ordinances given by Jesus Christ
Baptism, baptism by dipping into the water as a public declaration of faith and new life in Christ (Matthew 28:19).
The Lord’s Supper, as a symbolic remembrance of His sacrifice and a celebration of His presence with us (1 Corinthians 11:23-26).