NFCC holds The 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith as our overarching doctrinal statement. The following is a brief summary of the major tenants of this confession.

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Scripture

We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, and inerrant Word of God. It is the final authority in all matters of faith and life, fully sufficient for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness.

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God

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He is the sovereign Creator and Sustainer of all things, perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, and love.

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Jesus Christ

We believe Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, who became man, lived a sinless life, was crucified as a substitutionary sacrifice for sinners, rose bodily from the dead, ascended to heaven, and reigns as Lord over all.

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The Holy Spirit

We believe the Holy Spirit indwells all believers, regenerating, sanctifying, and empowering them for godly living and service. He is the Comforter, Teacher, and Guide for every Christian.

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Man

We believe that man, created in the image of God, fell into sin through Adam, bringing spiritual death and corruption to all humanity. Every person is in need of God's grace and redemption.

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Salvation

We believe that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Regeneration is the work of the Holy Spirit, bringing new life to the believer. This leads to justification, sanctification, and eventual glorification.

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The Church

We believe the Church is the body of Christ, composed of all true believers. Local churches are called to gather for worship, edification, and the proclamation of the Gospel, advancing God's Kingdom on earth.

 

Ordinances​

We believe that baptism and the Lord's Supper are ordinances instituted by the Lord Jesus Christ.

Baptism is a sign and seal of the New Covenant, symbolizing union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection. Through baptism, believers are marked as members of the covenant community, receiving the outward sign of the inward grace of salvation. It is to be administered to those who profess faith in Christ and demonstrate repentance, signifying their sealing by the Holy Spirit and inclusion in the body of Christ.

In the Lord's Supper believers partake of bread and the cup as a participation in Christ's body and blood. Christ is truly present spiritually, and through faith, believers are nourished by His grace. This meal strengthens our union with Christ, reminds us of His atoning death, and unites us as His body until He returns.

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Last Things

We believe in the future, visible return of Christ to judge the living and the dead. There will be a final resurrection, eternal life for believers, and eternal judgment for the unrepentant.