the Godhead ~ We believe in one Triune God, eternally existing in three persons--Father, Son, and Holy Spirit-co-eternal in being, co-eternal in nature, co-equal in power and glory, having the same attributes and perfections     (Deut. 6:4; II Cor. 13:14).

the person and work of Christ ~ We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God became man without ceasing to be God, having been conceived by the Holy Spirit, and born of the Virgin Mary, in order that He might reveal God and redeem sinful man (John 1:1,2,14; Luke 1:35). We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ accomplished our redemption through His death on the cross as a representative, vicarious, substitution sacrifice; and that our justification is made sure by His literal, physical resurrection from the dead (Romans 3:24; I Peter 2:24; Eph. 1:7; I Peter 1:3-5). We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven and is now exalted at the right hand of God, where, as our High Priest, He fulfills the ministry of representative, intercessor, and advocate (Acts 1:9, 10; Heb 7:25, Heb 9:24; Romans 8:34; I John 2:1-2).

the person and work of the Holy Spirit ~ We believe that the Holy Spirit is a member of the godhead and a person who convicts the world of sin, of righteousness, and of judgment; and that He is the Supernatural agent in regeneration, baptizing all believers into the body of Christ, indwelling them and sealing them unto the day of redemption (John 16:8-11; II Cor 3:6; I Cor 12:12-14; Romans 8:9; Eph 5:18).

humanity ~ We believe that man was created in the image and likeness of God, but that through Adam's sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, and became alienated from God. Man has a radical pervasiveness to sin, and of himself is utterly unable to remedy his lost condition (Genesis 1:26, 27; Rom 3:22, 23, 5:12; Eph 2:1-3, 12). We also believe that humanity is created in the image of God and in that has intrinsic value. This is seen in the reality of Jesus Christ's incarnation, becoming a man, and his willingness to die for humanity.

salvation ~ We believe that salvation is the gift of God brought to man by grace and received by personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, whose precious blood was shed on Calvary for the forgiveness of our sins. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sin's penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (Eph 2:8-10; John 1:12; Eph 1:7; I Peter 1:18-19; Romans 6:23 Ephesians 2:8-9 John 14:6 & 1:12; Titus 3:5 Galatians 3:26 Romans 5:1)

the ministry and spiritual gifts ~ We believe that God is sovereign in the bestowing of spiritual gifts. It is, however, the believer's responsibility to attempt to develop their sovereignly given spiritual gift(s). The baptism of the Holy Spirit occurs at conversion and is the placing of the believer into the Body of Christ. We also believe that particular spiritual gift(s) are neither essential (proving the presence of the Holy Spirit), nor an indication of a deep spiritual experience (I Cor. 12:7, 11, 13 & Eph. 4:7-8). We believe that God does hear and answer the prayer of faith, in accordance with His own will, for the sick and afflicted (John 15:7 & I John 5: 14, 15). We believe it is the privilege and responsibility of every believer to minister according to the gift(s) and grace of God given to him (Romans 12:1-8; I Cor. 13; I Peter4:10-11).

the church ~ We believe that the church, which is the body and espoused bride of Christ, is a spiritual organism made up of all born-again persons of this present age (Eph 1:22,23; 5:25-27; I Cor 12:12-14; II Cor 11:2). We believe that the establishment and continuance of local churches is clearly taught and defined in the New Testament scriptures (Acts 14:27, 18:22, 20:17, I Timothy 3:1-3 & Titus 1:5-11). We believe in the autonomy of the local churches, that they are to be free of any external authority and control (Acts 13:1-4, 15:19-31, 20:28; Romans 16:1,4; I Cor 3:9, 16, I Cor 5: 4-7, 13; I Peter 5:1-4). We recognize believer's baptism and the Lord's supper as scriptural means of testimony for the church in this age (Matt. 28:19, 20; Acts 2:41, 42; Acts 18:8; I Cor 11:23-26).

the Bible ~ The Bible is God's Word to all men. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error. (II Timothy 3:16-17; II Peter 1:20-21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160 & 12:6; Proverbs 30:5)  We also believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testament to be the verbally inspired word of God, the final authority for faith and life, infallible and God-breathed (II Tim 3:16, 17; II Peter 1:20,21; Matt 5:18; John 16:12,13).

the Gospel/Good News ~ In every culture there are redemptive windows through which the Gospel speaks to the heart of the people. In North Dallas we see those windows in many areas.

brokenness: In the hurting hearts and lives of the people, Christ brings healing and hope. In the loving community of God, they can experience unconditional love and grace.

community: The relational brokenness that exists is painful and it is here that God promises to be a father to the fatherless, the church to be their mother and the community to be their family.

truth: The pluralistic climate creates an appetite for meaningful truth. While it seeks to bring validity to all faith practices, it backfires for many as the human heart longs for an anchor of truth. In Christ we have The truth, and thus we invite people to an experience of life change and assurance. In the security of Christ we proclaim that God is alone in the heavens.

need: The power that God gives believers to love is proof that Christ is real according to 1 John. In the hurting and broken lives of the poor and the needy, the Gospel comes with power, at times without a word. In the hands and feet, the kindness of a smile or a conversation, the Gospel seeds are planted, creating a doorway for proclamation. As the marginalized gather in communities around the city they call out to the church to come and love them in Jesus' name.
As a community of believers we started with our theology answering the question, 'What is the Gospel' and moved into directing our values toward new community life. This brings forth our ministry philosophy where we experience the Gospel going into a culture, contextualizing in order to communicate, gathering new believers into this new community called the church, and sending them back into the society in order to transform and heal through the message and the work of the Gospel.

the second coming of Christ ~ We believe in the 'blessed hope', the personal, imminent, coming of the Lord Jesus Christ for His redeemed ones. (I Thes. 4:13-18; Zech. 14:4-11; Rev. 19:11-16, 20:1-6;   I Thes. 1:10, 5:9; Rev. 3:10).

you ~ The bible says that every believer is a minister (1Pet 2:5). Every one of us brings a piece of God's vision to the table and there creates a beautiful representation of Christ. All of us bear the responsibility and the blessing of service to our King and representing the kingdom. In that we are dependant on one another for the creation of C3/Cornerstone. You need to find your SHAPE of service where you can employ those gifts God has given you. Your spiritual gift(s) is given to you for the church not yourself. We will help you discover and find a place to employ or create a new ministry for you to lead, but you must obey God in the use of your gifting. Our vision is to see a church in Frisco ministering in the heart of the city, transforming it with the Gospel and being transformed by the Gospel; to be a place that represents the diversity and complexity, the love and submission and the beautiful mosaic of God's kingdom; taking the Total Gospel to the Entire person, to the Whole world.

social justice ~ It is our desire that the kingdom of God would shine all over the city through pockets where it has broken into the darkness, and there shines with God's response to the city's needs. In the kingdom of God there is no poverty, no homelessness and no addiction. When we assemble to attend to the needs of homelessness, poverty, or addiction, the church shines like a sign post pointing to the kingdom of God and revealing God's heart.  

reproduction ~ The life of the believer is characterized by bearing fruit. The life of Jesus is reproduced in and through us. The normal pattern of New Testament faith was that of reproduction. Believers created new believers, disciples created new disciples and churches created new churches. It's our vision at Cornerstone that reproduction be in the DNA of everything we do.