The Family International’s fundamental beliefs concur with those held by hundreds of millions of Christians the world over. We believe that everyone can have a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, which affords us happiness and peace of mind, and motivates us to reach out to help others, and to share the good news of His love. He can speak to our hearts and give us direction, guidance, and practical solutions to the challenges we face in society today.
We also adhere to some unconventional doctrines. Our beliefs, both traditional and novel, are based on the foundation principle of the "Law of Love" that Jesus taught: "to love God, and to love our neighbor as ourselves" which He said fulfills "all the law and the prophets" (Matthew 22:37–40). Our belief in this principle and our application of it to our everyday activities and interactions with others are defining features of our lives.
The Family International's Statement of Faith
- The Holy Scriptures
- God and the Trinity
- Creation
- The Fall of Man
- Jesus Christ, the Son of God
- Salvation by Grace
- The Holy Spirit
- The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
- The Gifts of the Spirit
- The Gift of Prophecy
- Divine Healing
- Keys of the Kingdom
- The Fruits of the Spirit
- Angels
- Departed Saints
- Satan and His Demons
- Spiritual Warfare
- Prayer
- The Lord's Supper--Communion
- The Church: The Fellowship of Believers
- The Great Commission
- Consecration
- Non-conformity to the World
- Discipleship
- Cooperative Communal Living
- Marriage and Children
- The Sanctity of Life
- Civil Government and Religious Liberty
- Jesus' Law of Love
- Perspective on Sexuality
- The Bride of Christ
- The Time of the End