Repentance
Turning the heart toward God.
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OUR BELIEFS
Bethesda Apostolic Pentecostal Bible Institute is committed to studying, teaching, and living the truth revealed in the Word of God. Our faith is rooted in Scripture, centered on Jesus Christ, and grounded in the Apostolic message.
We believe that doctrine matters because truth shapes faith, faith shapes life, and the Word of God prepares believers for faithful service in His Kingdom.
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OUR FOUNDATION
At BAPBI, we believe the Scriptures are the foundation for faith, doctrine, discipleship, and ministry. The Word of God is not merely a subject to be studied. It is truth to be understood, believed, and lived.
Every area of Christian faith must be rooted in Scripture. As believers study the Word, they grow in understanding, strengthen their faith, and become better prepared to serve according to the purpose and calling of God.
“Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
2 Timothy 2:15
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THE ONENESS OF GOD
His Name Is Jesus.
“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD” in Deuteronomy 6:4 establishes the unchanging truth that God is one. Scripture affirms this throughout, with Isaiah 45:5 declaring, “I am the LORD, and there is none else.”
The saving name revealed in the New Testament is Jesus, as Acts 4:12 teaches that salvation is found in no other name. Philippians 2:9–10 further shows that the name of Jesus carries supreme authority in worship and redemption.
Jesus reveals the fullness of God manifested to humanity. Isaiah 9:6 calls the promised Son Mighty God and Everlasting Father. John 1:14 declares that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Colossians 2:9 affirms that all the fullness of the Godhead dwells in Him bodily.
Jesus said in John 14:9, “He that hath seen me hath seen the Father,” revealing that the one God is fully known through Jesus Christ, whose name holds the fullness of divine authority and glory.
KEY SCRIPTURES
The call to salvation is clearly shown in Scripture. When people were convicted on the day of Pentecost and asked what they should do, the Apostolic answer was clear and direct.
Acts 2:38 teaches repentance, baptism in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and the promise of receiving the Holy Ghost. Repentance turns the heart toward God, baptism in Jesus’ name brings remission of sins, and the Holy Ghost empowers the believer for new life.
This pattern continues throughout the book of Acts. Believers were baptized in the name of Jesus in Acts 8:16 and Acts 19:5, while Acts 10:44–48 records the Holy Ghost falling on those who heard the Word before they were commanded to be baptized.
Acts 2:4 shows the Holy Ghost accompanied by biblical evidence as believers spoke with other tongues as the Spirit gave utterance.
Acts 2:38 remains the Apostolic pattern for salvation and discipleship, establishing repentance, baptism in Jesus’ name, and the infilling of the Holy Ghost as the biblical foundation for spiritual growth and faithful living.
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SALVATION
Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Ghost.
Turning the heart toward God.
Baptism in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins.
Empowered for new life through the infilling of the Spirit.
THE APOSTOLIC MESSAGE
Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Ghost.
ACTS 2:38
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HOLY LIVING
Transformed Within. Reflected Without.
Holy living begins with a heart surrendered to God. Romans 12:1 calls believers to present their lives as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto God.
This holiness begins within, as Psalm 51:10 prays for a clean heart, and then becomes visible through outward life and conduct.
Obedience to Scripture shapes the believer’s character and daily choices. First Peter 1:15–16 calls believers to be holy in all manner of life, reflecting the nature of God. James 1:22 reminds us to be doers of the Word, showing that holiness is lived through active obedience rather than words alone.
A life led by the Spirit produces visible fruit. Galatians 5:16 teaches that walking in the Spirit helps believers overcome the desires of the flesh, while Galatians 5:22–23 describes the fruit of the Spirit displayed in daily living.
Holy living reflects the transforming work of God within and honors the one God whose name is Jesus.
MORE THAN KNOWLEDGE
At Bethesda Apostolic Pentecostal Bible Institute, we believe the study of Scripture is more than an academic pursuit. We study the Word to know Jesus, understand truth, strengthen our faith, and prepare ourselves to live and serve according to the calling of God.