The Bible is the inspired Word of God, being the only rule of faith and life and the revelation of the one true God, the Holy Trinity – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. All People are sinners and are subject to God’s condemnation, but all people can be saved by the Grace of God, through faith in Jesus Christ. (John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8) Jesus Christ, true God and true man, has redeemed the world by His suffering and death on the cross. His resurrection on Easter Sunday assures us of eternal life. Whoever believes in Jesus Christ as risen Lord and Savior has forgiveness of all their sins and eternal life. Faith in Jesus Christ is given and maintained by God, working through His Holy Spirit in the Word and Sacraments. (Holy Baptism and Holy Communion) Saved by the grace of God, the Christian is free to serve God and his fellow man. It is therefore our privilege to proclaim to people everywhere that Christ is the world’s only hope, that through Him alone peace, life and salvation can be realized.