When Capernaum valley first started under the UIFJC thru Bishop Jose Luis Flores Navarrete, the church was built directly on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, where Jesus Christ Himself is the one and only… chief cornerstone” (Ephesians 2:20). since the inception cvep has believed that “our life” as disciples should model the Word of God, obeying the Bible, which is divinely inspired (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21), perfect (Psalm 19:7), and that it is our highest and final authority (Matthew 24:35; Psalm 119:89; Romans 3:4). We believe we are living in acts chapter 29 and god is preparing his eminent return for a church that is without blemish. We anticipate the moment of salvation while we continue modeling 1st century faith to the world around us until the groom arrives for his bride.
It is considered a sin to participate in acts contrary to those recommended by the Holy Word of God, after having received the knowledge of the truth and having been made new creatures in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:17; Hebrews 6:4-9, 10:26-27). We believe that after having our name written in the book of life, and being filled with the Holy Spirit, we should live out acts 2:38, not only by embracing a new life, but we should keep our garments clean since we have been placed in the water by baptism in Jesus name and we have risen in Christ. In addition John 15 says we have been made clean by the word, and that we are in a place of high esteem since We are no longer just servants, but we are called friends. So we no longer willfully sin but rather we focus on this new love, new life and newfound friendship as we remain attached to Christ Jesus who paid for the wages of our sin, in (Romans 6:23)
The church leadership has always strived to separate itself from denominational confusion and cultural tags since cvep isn’t a church that conforms to the patterns of this world. At Capernaum valley, this is a lifestyle and identity with a relationship based on truth. We believe in the gospel so we preach it. The cvep stands firm on its identity and strives to retain the truth while practicing active and presence based faith where we connect to God thru daily encounters and revival.
At cvep We recognize the sacred scriptures composed of 66 books, from Genesis to Revelation the very authority and mankind’s guide. those books are the complete canon. God preserved his Word and its message through the past centuries for the very salvation and edification of His church and his way of gaining the fallen world back to himself. “God, who at various times in various ways spoke by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom He made the world. (Hebrews 1:1-2).
We believe that the Church of Jesus Christ is one body. Capernaum valley church, is composed of men and women of different walks of life, regardless of nationality, language, race or custom, who have accepted our redeemer Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. We have been baptized into His Body by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:13) so The bonds of this common faith and love unite the Church in the Name of Jesus Christ whose name marches gallantly as we remind ourselves of the word in (Song of Solomon 6: 10).
We believe there is only one true God who has manifested Himself to the world in various forms throughout the ages. He has specially revealed Himself as Father in the creation of the universe, as Son in the redemption of humanity, and as the Holy Spirit pouring out in the hearts of believers. This one and only God is the Creator of everything that exists, whether visible or invisible. He is eternal, infinite in power, and Holy in His nature, attributes, and purpose. He possesses an absolute and indivisible divinity. He is infinite in His immensity, inconceivable in His way of being, and indescribable in essence. Since an infinite mind can only be comprehended by itself, no one among us can completely know Him but only he knows Himself. He has neither body nor parts; therefore, He is free of any limitations. He isn’t bound by our time or day. He doesn’t get tired and never stops for a break.
The first commandment of all is, “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord” (Mark 12:29 ; Deuteronomy 6:4). “at Capernaum valley, there is but one God…” (1 Corinthians 8:6). He is the Creator of all things (Colossians 1: 16-17; Isaiah 45: 18). He is Omnipresent (John 3:13 ; Deuteronomy 4:39 ). He performed wonders as the Almighty God (Luke 5:24-26; Psalms 86: 10). He has power over the seas (Mark 4:37-39; Psalms 107:29-30). He is always the same (Hebrews 13:8; Psalms 102:27).
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ was born miraculously from the womb of the Virgin Mary through the work of the Holy Spirit, and He is, at the same time, the One and only true God (Romans 9:5; 1 John 5:20). The God of the Old Testament took upon Himself human form (Isaiah 60:1-3). “And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us…” (John 1: 14). “And while many spread controversy, we Stand firm in our identity recognizing that great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.” (1 Timothy 3:16). We believe that in Jesus Christ, God’s divine attributes and human nature were combined in a perfect and incomprehensible form. We believe that the divine attributes and the human nature of God were incorporated in an incomprehensible yet perfect form in Christ Jesus. He is called the Son of Man because He was born of the Virgin Mary in whose womb He took the form of man, and thus acquired His human nature. He is called the Son of God because He was begotten of the Holy Spirit and thus partook of the Divine nature. He was human through Mary. He was and continues to be divine through the Holy Spirit who fathered Him in Mary. Thus, He is called the Son of God and recognized as the Son of man. Therefore, we believe that Jesus Christ is God “For in him dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” (Colossians 2:9) We also believe that the Bible makes known all His attributes. He is the everlasting Father and, at the same time, a child born unto us (Isaiah 9:6).
We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit as promised by God in the Old Testament which would be poured out after the glorification of our Lord Jesus Christ, who sends it (Joel 2:28-29; John 7:37-39, 14:16 -26; Acts 2:1-4, 16-18).
Furthermore, we believe that the demonstration of new tongues is a gift from God and given at Gods discretion and time and will. We also believe that interpretation is required to edify the church body while speaking in new tongues is a communication between God and his elected. We also believe that the Holy Spirit is power that enables us to testify of Christ (Acts 1: 8). The Holy Spirit helps us develop a character more pleasing to God (Galatians 5:22-25). The same Spirit endows men with gifts for the edification of the Church (Romans 12:6-8; I Corinthians 12:1-12; Ephesians 4:7-13). We do not believe, that any man has the power to impart the gifts of God, “But all these worketh that one and the selfsame Spirit, gives according to God’s will.” (I Corinthians 12:11) “But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:7) all members in the body and or Assembly should seek the Holy Spirit and strive to live constantly in the Spirit, as recommended in Romans 8:5-16, Ephesians 5:18, and Colossians 3:5.
We believe in the literal resurrection of Jesus Christ, which took place on the third day after His death as recorded in the Gospels (Matthew 27:60-64; Mark 16:1-20; Luke 24:1-12, 36-44; John 20:12-20). This resurrection had been foretold by the prophets (Isaiah 53:12), and is necessary for our hope and justification (1 Corinthians 15:20 ; Romans 4:25).
We believe that there will be a literal resurrection of the dead in Christ and that they will be given a glorified and spiritual body in which they will live forever in the presence of the Lord (John 5:29; Acts 24:15; 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Job 19:25-27; Psalms 17:15; 1 Corinthians 15:35-54). Believers who are living when Christ comes to take up His Church will likewise be transformed and taken to live forever in glory in the presence of the Lord (1 Thessalonians 4:18; 1 Corinthians 15:51-52).
We also believe that there will be resurrection of the unjust, but that these will awake from the tombs only to be judged… A separation from god. (Mathew 25:26; John 5:29; Revelation 20:12-15; Mark 9:44; Daniel 12:2). We believe that the Church, composed of the dead in Christ and the faithful living on earth will be lifted up to meet the Lord in the air and to take part in the wedding feast of the Lamb of God.
Thereafter, the Church will descend with the Lord back to earth to pass judgment upon the nations and reign with Christ for a thousand years. This period will be preceded by the Great Tribulation and the Battle of Armageddon, which the Lord will end upon descending on the Mount of Olives with all His saints (1 Thessalonians 4:13-17; 1 Corinthians 15:51-54; Philippians 3:20-21; Isaiah 65:17-25; Daniel 7:27; Micah 4:1-3; Zechariah 14.1-16; Matthew 5:5; Romans 11:25-27; Rev. 20:1-5).
We strongly believe we are administrators of all gifts that God has given us. We who walk with Christ believe in preaching to our children and youth before the world does. We believe that if a child is instructed by the word and according to the word of God, we know confidently that when that child grows up, he or she will not part ways with the lord. - proverbs 22:6
We believe that God has the power to heal all our physical illnesses. We also believe that if it is His will, we have the power to lay hands on the sick and heal those in need. We believe this is a result of the sacrifice of Christ, on the cross. We believe that He has taken up our pain, our griefs and carried our sorrows (Isaiah 53:4). The healing of the body takes place through a combination of the faith of the believer and power in the Name of Jesus Christ, whose Name is invoked when praying for the sick. The Lord Jesus Christ promised that those who believed in His Name would lay hands on the sick and the sick would recover (Mark 16:18). We believe in the use of anointing oil in the Name of Jesus Christ to fulfill His promises (John 14:13 ; Psalm 103:1-4; Luke 9:1-3; 1 Corinthians 12:9; James 5:14-16).
We believe that divine healing is obtained through faith. If, on occasion, a brother or sister needs to submit himself or herself to the care and ministration of medicine, we do not discourage this. We believe Jesus is in control of medical and staff. We recommend that all members and ministers of our Church abstain from improper criticisms of medical science, whose advancements cannot be denied and originate in the ability that God has given men to discover the secrets of the functions of the human organism. We also advise against opposing government campaigns for hygiene, vaccination, and cleanliness; instead, we advise that they cooperate in these campaigns decidedly wherever possible.
We believe that all members of the Body of Christ should live surrendered to Christ and separated from sin while consecrating daily. For this reason they must abstain from all sinful practices, unhealthy entertainment, and desires of flesh. (Leviticus 19:2; II Corinthians 7:1; Ephesians 5:26?]27; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4; 2 Timothy 2:21 ; Hebrews 12:14 ; 1 Peter 1:16.) in the practice of holiness we believe that the body must avoid all extremes, asceticisms and deprivations with reputation of wisdom in self-imposed worship and humility, and unsparing severity of the body, all which are but a shadow of things to come, but the body is of Christ (Colossians 2:17, 23).
Regarding food, we note that “every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving” (1 Timothy 4:4).
We believe that marriage is sacred, since it was instituted in the beginning, and honorable among all people (Genesis 2:21-24; Matthew 19:1-5; Hebrews 13:4). Marriages must be verified in accordance with the laws of the respective countries, and later solemnized in church in accordance with approved practices. We believe that when a couple unites in marriage, they should remain united as long as both live. When either one dies, the other is free to remarry and does not commit sin if he or she remarries in the Lord (Romans 7:1-3; 1 Corinthians 7:39 ). We also believe that marriages shall take place solely among faithful believers.
No minister shall perform a marriage ceremony between a church member and an unbeliever. Church members in full communion who consider to marry unbelievers shall be educated righteously by their pastors and or the leadership. This is a case by case basis due to the fact that some couples formed a relationship while unconverted, so the church is to consider all cases as individual and base all determinations on discretion that is biblical and acceptable. (1 Corinthians 7:12-16)
We believe in the separation of Church and State and that neither should intervene in the internal affairs of the other since this fulfills the biblical precept “render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s and to God the things that are God’s” (Mark 12:17 ). Christians should participate in civil activities according to their abilities and political inclinations, always reflecting their own personal ideas and opinions, and not those of the Church.
The capernaum valley church is always neutral and has room for men of all political creeds. Nevertheless, all members must obey civil authorities and the laws and ordinances issued by these authorities, unless these laws contradict religious principles or force the member to act against their conscience (Romans 13:1-7).
human government is ordained by God (Romans 13:1-2). Therefore, we affirm members loyalty to the country. As disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ, we must obey His precepts and commandments as follows: “But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil” (Matthew 5:39 ). “Follow peace with all men” (Hebrews 12:14.) if you read Romans 12:19; Matthew 26:52; James 5:6; Revelation 13: 10).. Given these scriptures, it is believed and interpreted that the followers of our Lord Jesus Christ shall neither destroy someone else’s property nor take someone’s life.
All members, therefore, are advised to follow their conscience in freely serving their country, whether in time of peace or war, and in any capacity no matter how hard or dangerous it may be, as long as it is of NONCOMBATANT CHARACTER. We do not frown upon members who carry ammunition and protection however, we do not condone breaking the law. We strive to submit to our authority (Romans 13:1) and encourage those who are not authorized to carry firearms within the guidelines of the law, to respectfully adhere to the law as we are peace keepers…(Matthew 5:9)
Doctrine teaches us to pray that we may always have men of God in authority. It teaches us to pray for them that they may receive divine guidance so that we as a nation might steer clear of any war and live continually in honor and peace (1 Timothy 2:1-3).
We believe, by the light of the Word of God, that there is a sin unto death and that if this sin is committed in the terms expressed in the Bible, the right to salvation is lost (Matthew 12:31-32; Romans 6:23; Hebrews 10:26-27; 1 John 5:16-17). Therefore, we recommend that the faithful abstain from giving ear to doctrines that promise eternal security to the believer(s) regardless of his or her conduct and we advise against the idea that “once saved, always saved.” The Bible teaches that it is possible to be reproved and that we must remain faithful unto the end in order to be saved and that is called enduring to the end. ~ (Romans 2:6-10; 1 Corinthians 9:26-27).
the Bible teaches us to obtain the funds necessary to carry out the work of the Lord thru tithes and offerings, and that this system must be practiced by ministers and believers alike. (Genesis 28:22; Malachi 3:10; Matthew 23:23; Luke 6:38; Acts 11:27, 30; 1 Corinthians 9:3-14, 16:1-2; 2 Corinthians 8:1-16, 9:6-12, 11:7-9; 1 Timothy 5:17-18, 6:17-19; Galatians 6:6-10; Philippians 4:10-12, 15-19; Hebrews 13:16.) So, Knowing that the work of the Lord is not only spiritual but also of a material in nature, we believe that it is necessary to collect tithes and offerings. We believe that this is between god and the believer, so we do not openly ask or seek tithes and offerings. If one wishes to donate he or she can do so. the pastor doesn’t ask during or after the service. Cvep has an online tithing system as well as envelops that can be used for cash offerings, donations and tithes which can be accessed by request.