God God created and rules over the universe and all that is in it. He has existed forever in three separate, yet equal persons: the Father, Son (Jesus Christ) and the Holy Spirit. (Luke 3:22; Matt.28:19; 2 Cor.13:14) Jesus Christ Jesus is the Son of God (the Father). After his birth to the virgin Mary, He lived a sinless life as a man on earth and offered himself as a perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men. He was executed on the cross, but rose from His tomb, very much alive, to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended into heaven, where He sits by His Father’s right side, waiting to return to earth again as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (John 1:1-3; John 1:14; Matt.1:18-23; Heb.4:15; 2 Cor.5:21; Luke 24:36-43; Heb.4:14-16, Acts 1:11) The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and Son as God. His exists in this world to make men aware of their need for salvation. When men accept this gift of salvation, they also allow the Holy Spirit to live in them. In this role, He provides believers with understanding of spiritual truth, guidance in doing what is right and power to live each day. (John 16:7-15; Acts 1:3-4; Romans 8:9; Eph. 5:18; Acts 1:8; Gal. 5:22-23)