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Abide in God's Love
Sunday, Nov 8, 2026
Series: Standalone Sermons
In John 15 Jesus tells us to abide in God's love. But what does it mean to Abide in His love and how can we actually practice that? Pastor John...
Havenhouse Church is a bible-based, gospel-centered, spirit-filled, and relationship-focused church. As part of the Foursquare Church movement we promote unity in essentials, liberty in non-essentials and charity in all things. The Declaration of Faith outlines twenty-two core beliefs, from the authority of Scripture and the nature of God to salvation, the Spirit-filled life, the return of Christ, and the mission of the Church.
The Holy Scriptures
The Bible is the inspired, unchanging Word of God, written by people moved by the Holy Spirit. It lights our path, corrects our sin, and comforts the weary. It is the final standard by which all people and nations will be judged.
Mt. 24:35; Ps. 119:89, 105; 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:19-21
The Eternal Godhead
There is one true and living God, infinitely holy, loving, and worthy of all honor. He exists as three equal persons: the Father, who gave His Son out of love; the Son, who was born of the Virgin Mary, died, rose again, and intercedes for believers. The third person, the Holy Spirit, convicts of sin, draws people to Christ, and empowers those who yield to Him.
Is. 43:10; Jn. 3:16; Jn. 1:1-3; 1 Tim. 2:5-6; Jn. 15:26
The Fall of Man
Humanity was created in God's image and walked in holiness and purity. Through willful disobedience, however, people fell into sin and became inclined toward evil. All are therefore guilty and deserve the just condemnation of a holy God.
Gen 1:27; Rom. 5:12, 19; Eph. 2:3; Rom. 3:19
The Plan of Redemption
While we were still sinners, Christ died in our place, bearing our sins and paying our penalty in full. His sacrifice at Calvary secured pardon for everyone who believes in Him. Through simple faith, even the vilest sinner can be cleansed and made whiter than snow.
Is. 53:5; Titus 2:14; Heb. 7:25; Is. 1:18
Salvation Through Grace
Salvation is entirely a gift of God's grace and cannot be earned. No one has righteousness or goodness of their own to offer. We must rely wholly on Christ's mercy and accept His free gift of pardon.
Eph 2:8; Rom. 3:10, 23; Rom. 6:23
Repentance and Acceptance
Those who sincerely repent and call on Jesus Christ with their whole heart are justified by faith through His blood. In place of condemnation, they receive peace, assurance, and favor with God. The Savior waits with open arms to receive every penitent who opens the door of their heart to Him as Lord and King.
1 Jn. 1:9; Rom. 5:1-2; Rom. 8:1; Jn. 6:37
The New Birth
Conversion is a real and glorious change in the heart and life. The old things pass away, and the person becomes a new creation with new desires, interests, and a new view of eternity. The believer now wants to openly confess and serve Christ and to seek the things above.
Jn. 3:3; 2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20; Ps. 1:1-2
Daily Christian Life
After conversion, it is God's will that believers be sanctified daily and share in His holiness. We grow from spiritual infancy toward maturity, increasing in faith, prayer, love, and service. Through it all, we are called to live a patient, unselfish, godly life that reflects Christ within.
1 Thess. 4:3; 2 Cor. 7:1; Prov. 4:18; Heb. 6:1
Water Baptism and the Lord's Supper
Baptism in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is an outward sign of an inward work. It pictures our death to sin and our rising to walk in newness of life with Christ. The Lord's Supper commemorates Christ's broken body and shed blood, and it should always be preceded by honest self-examination.
Mt. 28:19; Rom. 6:4; 1 Cor. 11:26-28
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
The baptism of the Holy Spirit is the promised Comforter coming in fullness to empower believers from on high. Believers can expect to receive Him just as Jews and Gentiles did in the book of Acts. This empowering equips them for prayer, holiness, bold witness, and effective soul-winning.
Jn. 14:16-17; Acts 1:5, 8; Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:6
The Spirit-Filled Life
The Holy Spirit is powerful like a mighty wind, yet gentle like a dove that is easily grieved. He is wounded by impiety, boastfulness, a critical spirit, and thoughts or actions that dishonor Jesus. God's will is that we walk in the Spirit moment by moment, living patiently, truthfully, and prayerfully.
Eph. 4:30-32; Rom. 12:1-2; Gal. 5:16, 25
The Gifts and Fruit of the Spirit
The Holy Spirit gives gifts to the church, including wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, miracles, prophecy, discernment, tongues, and interpretation. These are distributed as He wills and should be earnestly desired for the building up of the church. The fruit of the Spirit, such as love, joy, and peace, is the lasting evidence of a Spirit-filled life.
1 Cor. 12:1, 11, 31; 1 Cor. 14:12; Rom. 12:6-8; Jn. 15:8
Moderation
A believer's gentleness and balance should be known to everyone. Their walk with God should never lead to extremes, fanaticism, or unseemly behavior. Instead, it should show steadfast uprightness, humility, forgiveness, and Christ-likeness.
Phil. 4:5; Eph. 4:14-15; 1 Cor. 13:5; Col. 3:12-13
Divine Healing
Divine healing is the power of Jesus Christ to heal the sick and afflicted in answer to believing prayer. Because He is the same yesterday, today, and forever, He remains a sufficient help in times of trouble. He cares for the body as well as the soul and spirit, and we pray in submission to His sovereign will.
Mt. 8:17; Mk. 16:17-18; Acts 4:29-30; James 5:14-16
The Second Coming of Christ
Christ's return is personal and imminent, and no one knows the day or the hour. The dead in Christ will rise first, and living believers will be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air. Until then, we live in readiness while diligently continuing the work of the gospel, missions, and the church.
1 Thess. 4:16-17; Mt. 24:36-44; Lk. 19:13; Lk. 12:35-37
Church Relationship
Every believer is born into the family of God and has a sacred duty to join and labor for the visible church. The church is a fellowship of believers who worship together, observe the ordinances, and proclaim God's Word. Its members give to support the work and encourage one another as many members of one body with Christ as the head.
Ps. 111:1; Heb. 10:24-25; Acts 2:47; Rom. 12:5
Civil Government
Civil government is appointed by God to promote the good order and interests of society. Leaders should be prayed for, obeyed, and upheld at all times. The only exception is when government commands what is opposed to the will of Jesus, who is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Rom. 13:1-3; Acts 5:29; Mt. 23:10; Rev. 19:16
Judgment
All people, great and small, living and dead, will stand before the judgment seat of God. There will be a solemn separation in which the wicked are sentenced to everlasting punishment and the righteous to eternal life. This judgment will fix each person's final state forever, according to God's righteous standards in His Word.
2 Cor. 5:10; Mt. 13:41-43
Heaven
Heaven is the glorious dwelling place of the living God, where Jesus has gone to prepare a place for His children. Believers who have been washed in the blood of the Lamb will be presented to the Father without spot or wrinkle. There will be no darkness, sorrow, tears, pain, or death, only unutterable joy and the praise of the King.
1 Cor. 2:9; Jn. 14:2; Rev. 21:4; Rev. 22:5; Rev. 7:15-17
Hell
Hell is a place of outer darkness, deep sorrow, and eternal regret, prepared for the devil and his angels. It is the destiny of those who reject the mercy and sacrifice of Christ and persist in unbelief despite the Spirit's warnings. Yet God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked and calls everyone to turn from their evil ways and live.
Mt. 13:41-42; Rev. 20:10, 15; Mt. 25:41; Ezek. 33:11
Evangelism
Since the end of all things is near, believers are called to shine as a light and carry the gospel to the ends of the earth. Winning souls is the one big business of the Church on earth. Anything that hinders world-wide evangelism should be cast away, in obedience to the Great Commission.
2 Tim. 4:1-2; Prov. 11:30; Ezek. 3:17-18; Mt. 9:38; Mk. 16:15
Tithing and Offerings
Tithing is the method ordained by God to sustain His ministry and the spread of the gospel, and it is practiced throughout Foursquare churches. It meets the church's material needs and also strengthens the spiritual life of God's people. Free-will offerings are likewise encouraged, to be given cheerfully rather than grudgingly.
Mal. 3:10; Lk. 6:38; 2 Cor. 9:7; 1 Cor. 16:1-2