What does the International Church of Christ teach?
The International Church of Christ is Orthodox in most of its theology. It accepts and affirms the following doctrines. • The Trinity is one God and three persons: Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. • The deity of Christ • The deity of the Holy Spirit. • The physical Resurrection of Christ • The Bible is the inspired word of God and the ultimate source of authority. • Baptism is for adults only. • There is a literal Hell. • Satan is a literal fallen Angel. Aberrant Doctrines/Practices • Baptism, by emersion, is essential to salvation. • Baptism must be as a true “disciple” or it is not valid. • Baptism must be performed in the International Church of Christ to be valid. • Being a disciple is necessary to be a Christian. • There should only be one Church in each city or town. • The ICC is the true remnant of God’s people as the true Church. • Only ICC-baptized members are saved. • Sin lists of disciples are often kept. • Heavy influence into the personal lives of disciples.
