The United Methodist Church (UMC) core beliefs include belief in one God, known as the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), and the importance of Scripture as God's inspired word. We emphasize God's grace, justification and sanctification through faith in Jesus Christ, and the role of good works as a response to God's love. Additionally, we UMC values Christian tradition, experience, and reason as sources for understanding faith. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• The Trinity: UMC theology affirms the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, believing in one God who exists in three persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. 

• Jesus Christ: We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God, who lived, died for humanity's sins, and was resurrected. 

• The Bible: We consider the Bible to be God's inspired Word and a primary source for understanding faith. 

• God's Grace: We believe God's grace is freely given to all humanity and is the foundation for salvation. 

• Justification and Sanctification: Through faith in Jesus Christ, individuals are forgiven and restored to God's favor (justification). This is followed by a continuing process of growth in grace, where believers are transformed to be more Christ-like (sanctification). 

• Faith and Good Works: While salvation is by grace through faith, we also emphasizes the importance of good works as a natural expression of faith. 

• Sacraments: We recognize two sacraments: Baptism and Holy Communion, which symbolize God's love and grace. 

• The Church: We view the Church as the body of Christ, a community of believers called to serve God and the world. 

• Social Justice: We believe in a strong emphasis on social justice and working to transform the world, often through practical action and service. 

  
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  Our Christian Beliefs | UMC.org