The True Jesus Church... My Church...
Her History
The True Jesus Church was set up in 1917 in northern China with Peking as its centre. Three of the early workers, Paul Wei, Lingsheng Chang and Barnabas Chang, once affiliated with other denominations, received the Holy Spirit and the revelation of the perfect Truth concerning salvation. Under divine instruction, they set up the True Church and began to preach the complete Gospel. Missionaries were sent and gospel newsletters were published and distributed to provinces of China. The power of God accompanied the early stage of development. Many believers received the Holy Spirit, and countless number of people were healed of their illnesses.
In 1926, the Church established her headquarters in Nanking, China. Periodic national conferences were held, as the need arose. Meantime, the Church sent her workers to the neighbouring countries of Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaya (Malaysia) and Indonesia. They reached the distant shores of Hawaii as early as 1930. Powerful spiritual manifestations followed these missionaries in their tracks.
Following the establishment of the Communist Government in China in 1949, the headquarters was moved to Taiwan. Under the guidance of God, the Church developed rapidly and soon she became one of the largest Christian churches on the island of Taiwan. The churches from overseas, particularily South-East Asia, prospered. The urgent need for church coordination and world evangelism saw the formation of the International Assembly of The True Jesus Church in 1967.
Her name
True denotes that God is true (Jn 3:33; 17:3;1 Thess 1:9). To head the Church's name with the word True is to uphold this true and living God. Furthermore, Jesus constantly refers Himself as the Truth (Jn 14:6) or the true vine (Jn 15:1), just as He is regarded as the true Light (Jn 1:9). The emphasis on the word True is also to distinguish this Church from those who preach "another Jesus" (2 Cor 11:4).
Since God has called and set up the Church (Ac 15:14-18), she should bear God's name. The Holy Bible indicates clearly that God's name is none other than Jesus (Jn 17:11, 26). Therefore, the Church is obligated and justified to adopt Jesus as her name.
The name True Jesus Church was established by the early workers, derived through divine inspiration. This Church is a body ransomed and obtained with the blood of Jesus Christ (Ac 20:28; Rev 5:9). She has been called to separate from the world of sin and with sanctified identity, to witness God's wonderful deeds (1 Pet 2:9-10). This is her concept of the word Church.
This Church believes that as the True Jesus Church, her teachings should conform to those of the Lord Jesus and His apostles (Eph 2:19-20). Consequently, she is blessed with the presence of the Holy Spirit, an essence testifying that she does belongs to Christ (Rom 8:9). Signs and wonders which attest to the mighty workings of God confirm her claim as the restored apostolic church in the End Time (Mk 16:20; Ac 14:3; Heb 2:4).
Our Basic Beliefs
Lord Jesus Christ
The One True God was manifested in the flesh. He is the Lord Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for the redemption of sinners, was resurrected on the third day, and ascended to heaven. He is the only Saviour of mankind, the Creator of the heavens and the earth, and the only True God.
Holy Bible
The Old and New Testaments of the Holy Bible are inspired by God, and are therefore the only authentic scriptures which testify to the Truth.
True Jesus Church
The True Jesus Church was established by our Lord Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit (the Latter Rain) and is the revival of the True Church of the Apostolic Days.
Salvation
Salvation is given by grace through faith. However, it is necessary to rely on the Holy Spirit to pursue holiness and to keep the biblical teachings of honouring God and loving humanity.
Baptism of Water
The Baptism of Water is the sacrament for the remission of sins and for regeneration. The baptist must already have received baptisms of water and the Holy Spirit. The baptism must be immersion in natural, living water and must be administered in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, with the candidate's head facing downward.
Washing of Feet
The Washing of Feet is a sacrament which enables one to have a part in the Lord, and teaches mutual love, holiness, humility, service, and forgiveness. The Sacrament of the washing of feet must be performed in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ to all newly baptized members. Mutual washing of feet may be practiced when necessary.
Baptism of the Holy Spirit
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is a prerequisite for entering heaven; speaking in tongues is the evidence of having received the Holy Spirit.
Holy Communion
The Holy Communion is the sacrament to commemorate the death of the Lord Jesus Christ. It enables us to partake of the flesh and blood of our Lord and to be in communion with Him so that we may have eternal life and be raised on the last day. This sacrament should be held as often as possible. Only one unleavened bread and grape juice should be used.
Sabbath Day
The Sabbath Day, the seventh day of the week (Saturday), is a holy day, blessed and sanctified by God. It is to be observed under the Lord's grace for the commemoration of God's creation and redemption, and with the hope of eternal rest.
Last Day
The Lord Jesus Christ will descend from heaven on the Last Day to judge all people; the righteous will receive eternal life, while the wicked will be eternally condemned.
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