What is the one problem we all face? - Death.

As Christadelphians, we believe that God, our Creator, has a solution to this problem. It was a solution that cost Him a lot and was a clear demonstration of His love for His creation - the death of His only son Jesus Christ. Jesus did not remain dead though because God raised him after three days. Through the resurrection, God offers us life after death - eternal life on a transformed Earth! The Bible calls this the Kingdom of God and tells us about God’s promises that Jesus Christ will rule as king, the world’s first perfect leader.

These, along with the rest of our beliefs, are based entirely on the Bible - God’s inspired Word. Because salvation is by personal faith, we believe it is important for people to study the Bible for themselves, no matter their age.

To facilitate this, the Christadelphians at Warradale meet together regularly for worship, teaching and fellowship to build our faith together. Although small in number, we are part of a worldwide fellowship.

We welcome anyone in the community who would like to learn more to get in touch and come along to our events.

A brief outline of our beliefs

The Bible

We believe that the Bible is God’s only revealed message to mankind, given to bring people to faith in God and His Son. The Bible is our only authority and is the only place to learn about God and His purpose with the Earth. It explains God’s future plan, how He will make it happen, and how we can be part of it.. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 1 Peter 1:10-12, 2 Peter 1:20-21; Acts 17:11; Ephesians 2:20; Romans 16:26)

God

There is only one eternal, immortal God who is the creator of all things. Jesus Christ is his only begotten son, and the Holy Spirit is his power. God is a literal being who is loving, wise, immortal and powerful. God is very interested in people, and has great plans for the future of His creation. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Luke 1:35; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 8:6; 1 Timothy 1:17, 2:5, 6:16)

Mankind

Mankind is mortal and a sinner before God. Our whole being is prone to sin and the punishment for sin is death which is the end of all life and consciousness. (Jeremiah 17:9; Mark 7:21-23; Romans 3:23; James 1:13-15; Romans 6:23; Ecclesiastes 9:5,10; Psalm 115:17, 146:4)

Salvation

In his love, God sent his son, the man Jesus, into the world to save people from their sins. Those who believe in Him and are saved will live forever on Earth, which will be ruled in peace and love by God and Jesus Christ. (Matthew 1:20-21, 3:17; Luke 1:35; John 3:16).

Jesus’ Sacrifice

It was God’s purpose for Jesus to die to show the righteousness of God and obtain salvation from sin and death for all who receive this sacrifice by faith. God raised Jesus from the dead, gave Him immortality, granted Him all authority in heaven and on earth, and set Him as the mediator between God and man. (Romans 3:21-26; Ephesians 1:19-23; 1 Timothy 1:15, 2:5-6; Hebrews 4:14-16).

Baptism

Baptism into Christ is how we can be associated with him in faith. In doing so, we are reconciled to God and receive forgiveness of our sins. Baptism into Christ is achieved by full immersion in water and a commitment to follow the teachings found in the Bible. (Mark 16:16; Romans 3:22-26, 5:8-10, 6:3-10).

Love

God’s love for us is at the root of His whole plan. Love should also be a major part of our reaction to His message. (Matthew 22:34-40; John. 3:16; 13:34; 1 Corinthians 13:4-13; 1 John 4:7-21).

Faith and Hope

Faith is a hope that we believe in but cannot see (Hebrews 11:1). The only hope of life after death is the resurrection of the body and everlasting life in God’s kingdom on earth. (Psalms 49:12-20; John 11:25-26; Acts 24:15; Romans 8:22-39; 1 Corinthians 15:12; Revelation 5:10, 20:4).

The Gospel

The Gospel is the good news of the kingdom of God and salvation through Jesus Christ. This Gospel message of salvation was given to Abraham and David in Old Testament times by way of ‘promises’ God gave them, before it was preached by Jesus and the Apostles in the New Testament. These promises are to be fulfilled in Jesus Christ. (Acts 13:32; Genesis 13:14-17, 22:15-18; 2 Samuel 7:12,16; Luke 1:31-33; Galatians 3:6-9,16,26-29)

Israel

Originally, the people of Israel were the kingdom of God on earth. The people and the land of Israel were destined for a unique work. They failed their responsibilities and their status was temporarily suspended. After centuries of dispersion and suffering, the people of Israel have returned to their land, yet in unbelief.

This is the key event in God's timetable for the return of Jesus Christ. However, Bible prophesy shows that Israel will suffer a final invasion in order for their repentance and acceptance of Christ, that finally Israel might be God’s land and God’s people.

The Return of Jesus

Jesus will return to the earth soon. He will raise many of the dead, judge them with the living, and give to the faithful everlasting life in the kingdom of God. (Daniel 12:2; Matthew 25:31-34; Luke 21:20-32; John 5:28-29; Acts 1:11; 2 Tim 4:1; Revelation 22:12)

The Kingdom of God

The Kingdom of God will be established on earth. Jesus will be king in Jerusalem; his rule will be worldwide and his government will bring eternal righteousness and peace. (Psalms 72; Isaiah 2:2-4, 9:6-7, 11:1-9, 61:1-11; Jeremiah 3:17; Daniel 2:44, 7:14,27; Acts 3:21)

The Way of Salvation

The way to enter the kingdom of God is by faith through God's grace. This involves belief in the Bible and obedience to its requirements that men and women confess their sins, repent, be baptised and follow Jesus faithfully. We try to rely fully upon God and develop a faith which we live by. (Ephesians 2:8; Matthew 16:24-27; Mark 16:16; John 3:3-5; Acts 2:37-38, 4:12; 2 Timothy 3:15; Hebrews 11:6).

Fellowship

Christadelphians have a responsibility to meet with other brothers and sisters with the same beliefs – to regularly break bread and drink wine in memory of Christ’s sacrifice, to pray, read and study the Bible together and to preach the Gospel. We do not worship and share in fellowship with those who do not hold the same beliefs.