Statement of Faith
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Scripture
We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament are verbally inspired of God, and they are without error in the original writings, and they are the supreme and final authority for faith and life. Deity of Jesus Christ We believe in the Deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, sinless life, His death to pay the penalty for everyone’s sins, His bodily resurrection, His exaltation at God’s right hand, and His personal, imminent, pre-tribulational and pre-millennial return. Salvation We believe that all who by faith receive Jesus Christ are born again of the Holy Spirit, therefore children of God and eternally saved, and that the Holy Spirit dwells within every believer to enlighten, guide, and enable the believer in life, testimony, and service. We believe that God answers the prayers of His people and meets their needs according to His purpose. Resurrection We believe in the bodily resurrection of the just and unjust, the everlasting blessedness of the saved in Glory and the everlasting conscious punishment of the lost in hell. |
Trinity
We believe in one God, Creator and Sustainer of the universe, Who is eternally existent in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Sin We believe that all have sinned and are therefore guilty before God and are under His condemnation. Gifts of the Spirit We believe that God gives spiritual gifts to all believers for the building up of the body of Christ. However, the miraculous sign-gifts of the Spirit, such as tongues and healings, were limited to the early church. Called to Holy Living We believe that all believers are called to a life of separation from all worldly and sinful practices and alliances. Marriage We believe that from the beginning with Adam and Eve, God ordained marriage as only between a man and a woman. All sexual activity outside of marriage, including homosexual practices, is in direct contradiction to God’s Word and His institution of the home. |
Our History
The ministry of Word of Life Hungary officially began in 1989, but Word of Life’s involvement in Hungary goes back even further. Beginning in the 1970's, Word of Life brass music teams from Germany were quietly coming into Hungary when possible. Although closely watched at times by communist officials, they sensed an openness to the Gospel. In the mid-1980's a thawing of relations between East and West resulted in Word of Life being able to hold its first-ever youth camp in a communist country. This was done on rented property in Hungary, and the spiritual results were wonderful.
As a result, Word of Life took the bold step of actually trying to find property for a permanent ministry in Hungary. The old-line communists in the government were not pleased with this, leading to some serious difficulties. But through some truly remarkable examples of God’s providence, Word of Life in 1989 signed a 10-year lease agreement with the then-communist government for the Tóalmás property. The terms were that Word of Life had to bring the property up to standards and maintain it, and that each summer, a week of summer camp would be given to 400 Hungarian young people at no charge. It was perhaps the first time in Word of Life history that a camp property was secured complete with campers!
In 1990, the ministry of Word of Life Hungary began in earnest. Through the years the challenges have been many, but by God’s grace, much has been accomplished. Buildings have been renovated and winterized, the swimming lake dredged, basketball and volleyball courts built, the soccer field fixed up, the sewage, heating and electrical systems have been redone, and much more. Thousands of Hungarian young people have heard the Gospel through the ministries of Word of Life Hungary, and many have come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and have grown in Him as a result.
Since the signing of the original lease, the beautiful Tóalmás facility was purchased by Word of Life Hungary in 2002, ensuring a future dedicated to the evangelism of youth to the glory of God. Word of Life Hungary currently has three major areas of outreach. The first is summer camp, where each summer over 1000 Hungarian young people hear the Gospel, and every year hundreds respond. There is a two-year Bible Institute, with a total enrollment of about 80 students. In addition, Word of Life Bible Clubs operate in churches across Hungary.
The Word of Life story is a work in progress, but it is a story that was not written by chance. God has made all of these wonderful things possible, for it is really, in the final outcome, “His story”!
As a result, Word of Life took the bold step of actually trying to find property for a permanent ministry in Hungary. The old-line communists in the government were not pleased with this, leading to some serious difficulties. But through some truly remarkable examples of God’s providence, Word of Life in 1989 signed a 10-year lease agreement with the then-communist government for the Tóalmás property. The terms were that Word of Life had to bring the property up to standards and maintain it, and that each summer, a week of summer camp would be given to 400 Hungarian young people at no charge. It was perhaps the first time in Word of Life history that a camp property was secured complete with campers!
In 1990, the ministry of Word of Life Hungary began in earnest. Through the years the challenges have been many, but by God’s grace, much has been accomplished. Buildings have been renovated and winterized, the swimming lake dredged, basketball and volleyball courts built, the soccer field fixed up, the sewage, heating and electrical systems have been redone, and much more. Thousands of Hungarian young people have heard the Gospel through the ministries of Word of Life Hungary, and many have come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and have grown in Him as a result.
Since the signing of the original lease, the beautiful Tóalmás facility was purchased by Word of Life Hungary in 2002, ensuring a future dedicated to the evangelism of youth to the glory of God. Word of Life Hungary currently has three major areas of outreach. The first is summer camp, where each summer over 1000 Hungarian young people hear the Gospel, and every year hundreds respond. There is a two-year Bible Institute, with a total enrollment of about 80 students. In addition, Word of Life Bible Clubs operate in churches across Hungary.
The Word of Life story is a work in progress, but it is a story that was not written by chance. God has made all of these wonderful things possible, for it is really, in the final outcome, “His story”!
The Truth
The Bible tells us Heaven has a street of gold! But the best part about Heaven is that God, who created you and me, lives there. The Bible, God's Word, says: "God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
Jesus, God the Son, is in Heaven preparing a place for all who put their trust in Him. (John 14:2-3) God is holy and perfect. He cannot allow anything in Heaven that is less than perfect, so there's one thing that can never be in Heaven.
Can you think of what that might be?
It is sin! Sin is anything you think, say, or do that does not please God, like lying, cheating, being selfish, or hurting others. The Bible says: "All have sinned and come short of the glory of God." - Romans 3:23 That means everyone, big or little, young or old! No matter where you live or who you are, you have sinned. Everyone is born with a "want to" to do wrong. God says that sin must be punished (Romans 6:23), and the punishment for sin is to be separated from God forever in a place of suffering.... a place called Hell. But God has a wonderful plan so that you will not have to be punished for your sin!
God sent Jesus Christ, His perfect Son, to be born as a little baby. Jesus lived a perfect life.... He never sinned. When He was grown, wicked men nailed Him to a cross. The Bible says that without the giving of blood there can be no forgiveness of sin (Hebrews 9:22). So Jesus Christ willingly died to take your sin punishment. "...Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures; and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day, according to the Scriptures." - 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Now, because of what Jesus has done for you, you can have your sins forgiven. Read on to see how!
The Bible says: "As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believed on His name." - John 1:12
How can you have a clean heart?
A -> Admit to God you are a sinner.
B -> Believe in Jesus Christ, that He is God's perfect Son who died for your sin, was buried, and rose again.
C -> Call on Him to save you from your sin.
Would you like to do that right now? He has promised to hear, and once you are His child, He will never leave you (Hebrews 13:5). Take a moment and talk to God right now. It will change your life forever.
When you ask God to forgive you and save you, you become His child. God wants you to get to know Him better and to grow to become more like Him. These four things will help you grow:
1. PRAY (talk to God every day)
2. READ & OBEY THE BIBLE (to know what He says, then do it)
3. TELL OTHERS ABOUT JESUS
4. GO TO A BIBLE-BELIEVING CHURCH (where you can learn more about pleasing Him)
As a child of God, if you should sin again, stop and tell Him about it. He promises in His Word... "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." --- 1 John 1:9
Ask God to help you live a life to please Him! Share the Good News of this story with someone else.
Jesus, God the Son, is in Heaven preparing a place for all who put their trust in Him. (John 14:2-3) God is holy and perfect. He cannot allow anything in Heaven that is less than perfect, so there's one thing that can never be in Heaven.
Can you think of what that might be?
It is sin! Sin is anything you think, say, or do that does not please God, like lying, cheating, being selfish, or hurting others. The Bible says: "All have sinned and come short of the glory of God." - Romans 3:23 That means everyone, big or little, young or old! No matter where you live or who you are, you have sinned. Everyone is born with a "want to" to do wrong. God says that sin must be punished (Romans 6:23), and the punishment for sin is to be separated from God forever in a place of suffering.... a place called Hell. But God has a wonderful plan so that you will not have to be punished for your sin!
God sent Jesus Christ, His perfect Son, to be born as a little baby. Jesus lived a perfect life.... He never sinned. When He was grown, wicked men nailed Him to a cross. The Bible says that without the giving of blood there can be no forgiveness of sin (Hebrews 9:22). So Jesus Christ willingly died to take your sin punishment. "...Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures; and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day, according to the Scriptures." - 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Now, because of what Jesus has done for you, you can have your sins forgiven. Read on to see how!
The Bible says: "As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believed on His name." - John 1:12
How can you have a clean heart?
A -> Admit to God you are a sinner.
B -> Believe in Jesus Christ, that He is God's perfect Son who died for your sin, was buried, and rose again.
C -> Call on Him to save you from your sin.
Would you like to do that right now? He has promised to hear, and once you are His child, He will never leave you (Hebrews 13:5). Take a moment and talk to God right now. It will change your life forever.
When you ask God to forgive you and save you, you become His child. God wants you to get to know Him better and to grow to become more like Him. These four things will help you grow:
1. PRAY (talk to God every day)
2. READ & OBEY THE BIBLE (to know what He says, then do it)
3. TELL OTHERS ABOUT JESUS
4. GO TO A BIBLE-BELIEVING CHURCH (where you can learn more about pleasing Him)
As a child of God, if you should sin again, stop and tell Him about it. He promises in His Word... "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." --- 1 John 1:9
Ask God to help you live a life to please Him! Share the Good News of this story with someone else.
Meet our staff
The staff of Word of Life Hungary is a diverse, cross-cultural group with a common goal... the evangelization and discipleship of Hungarians. Please allow us to introduce ourselves.