What We Believe

At FBC Longview, our faith and practice are built on the truth of God's Word.

  • The Bible
    We believe the Holy Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God. It is our final authority in all matters of faith and life, shaping how we live, serve, and grow.
    2 Timothy 3:16–17; Psalm 119:105; 2 Peter 1:20–21

  • God
    We believe in one true God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—who is holy, loving, and eternal.
    Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14

  • Jesus Christ
    We believe Jesus is the Son of God, fully God and fully man. Through His death and resurrection, He offers salvation to all who believe.
    John 1:1,14; Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Acts 4:12

  • Salvation
    We believe salvation is a gift of grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone—not earned by works but received by trusting in Him.
    Ephesians 2:8–9; Titus 3:5; Romans 10:9–10

  • The Church
    We believe the Church is the body of Christ, made up of believers who gather for worship, discipleship, fellowship, and mission.
    Acts 2:42–47; 1 Corinthians 12:12–27; Ephesians 4:11–13

  • Baptism & the Lord’s Supper
    We practice baptism by immersion after salvation as a public declaration of faith. We regularly observe the Lord’s Supper in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice.
    Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 6:3–4; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26

  • Mission
    We believe we are called to share the good news of Jesus with our community and the world, living out our faith with love and purpose.
    Matthew 5:14–16; Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8

Our full doctrinal statement aligns with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. If you have any questions about what we believe, we’d love to talk with you!

Our Belief About Salvation

Being saved means that Christ rescues us from the consequences of sin—separating us from death and from God. Everyone needs salvation because our natural tendency is to live for ourselves, which opposes God.

Salvation is a gift from God received through intentional faith. When we trust in Jesus, we receive His salvation and begin a new life through the Holy Spirit—what Jesus called being “born again.” A born-again Christian is someone who is saved.


For further reading check out the 

Baptist Faith & Message 2000.

Learn how to be saved with these 4 steps

WHo is god?

We believe there is only one true God who created everything and continues to be actively involved as the ruler of the universe.

God exists as a Trinity — three distinct Persons in one God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Jesus Christ is God in human form. As the Son of God, He has always existed—there was never a time when He did not exist. We often say He is “begotten, not made,” which means He is fully divine but also fully relatable as God’s Son.

We believe that Jesus Christ is the only way to know and have a relationship with God. No other religion or path can save us apart from the gospel of Jesus.


Explore this helpful infographic of the Trinity.

Our Beliefs About Humanity and Relationships

At FBC Longview, we believe every person is uniquely created in the image of God. This means each individual has inherent dignity, value, and the ability to have a relationship with God.

We affirm that part of being made in God’s image includes our gender identity, which reflects His loving design. We also uphold the biblical teaching that marriage is a covenant between one man and one woman, symbolizing the relationship between Christ and His Church.

God has given us free will—the ability to choose to love Him and join His plan for the world. As followers of Christ, we are called to use our unique gifts to serve others and bring glory to God.

These beliefs shape how we understand who we are, how we relate to others, and our purpose in life, guiding us to live faithfully according to God’s Word.

Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Curious about what we believe or want to learn more about life at FBC Longview? We’d love to hear from you!

Feel free to reach out with any questions or just to say hello. One of our pastors or team members will gladly connect with you and help however we can.

Email: office@fbc747.com
Phone: 360-423-1150

Don’t hesitate — you’re always welcome here!