Here are some foundational things that embody the essence of Tp. We can’t put everything here, so you can find out more by perusing this site, or just ask.
- The Creator has revealed himself to us as one being, yet 3 distinct persons: God the Father, God the Son – Jesus Christ, and God the Holy Spirit.
- We were created in the image of God, so we are one existing in three (spirit, soul, body). If saved by the blood of Jesus Christ, the spirit communes with the Holy Spirit and is truly alive.
- Our being is connected, so a Spiritual or soul issue can possibly be reflected in the body.
- Spiritual maintenance includes regular study of God’s Word, prayer, fellowship, fasting, praise, worship, the Lord’s Supper, deny of self, and reflection/meditation.
- In sharing knowledge and wisdom so others can learn how to bring balance to the being. Soul & spiritual healing through Jesus Christ is our primary focus as this makes one truly whole.
- In using animal, plant, fungi, or algae for physical nourishment & healing.
- We have freedom in Christ but strive not to use this freedom to satisfy the flesh or disobey the scriptures.
- True Healing (for Christians and unbelievers) comes from God. We do not give the devil such power. Satan & his minions can do tricks and deceptive signs & wonders.
- The Bible is an integrated message system to mankind from the Creator of all reality; it is our Spiritual Food that nourishes our whole being.
- It was a command to go into the world and preach the Gospel to every living creature and make disciples.
- There are many modern-day Pharisees and wolves in sheep clothing that attend a local church and do Biblical activities regularly, such as praying and reading or preaching the Bible but are not saved.
- Christians should help the poor and give to the needy.
- In the permanence of Marriage as the early church was taught. It is a life-long spiritual bond created by God. Divorce and remarriage is adultery for unbelievers and believers.
- To love God with all your heart, soul, and mind is the first & greatest commandment.
- That salvation is not obtained by works, but by God’s Grace and Faith in Jesus Christ. With this Faith, we voluntarily submit ourselves to him.
- Water baptism should be done immediately after one is added to the Body of Christ as seen in scripture, but it’s not a requirement for salvation.
- Spiritual Gifts should be evident in a Christian and used for the Body of Christ.
- The Fruit of the Holy Spirit should be seen in a Christ follower’s life.
- Christians should be a part of an assembly where they meet together for worship, praise, prayer, singing, teaching, mission, to break bread, and also utilize Gifts.
- After physical death, Christians go into the presence of the Lord. They wait for judgment (but are pardoned), and wait for the body to be resurrected. The unbeliever waits in hades for his or her body to be resurrected to judgment and eternal damnation.
- In the virgin birth of Jesus Christ, His sinless life, and His resurrection.
- In the ministry of the Holy Spirit, His work to reveal Christ to the world, to convict people of their sins, his indwelling presence in every one who believes, which enables that believer to grow in Christ.