The Holy Scriptures

We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God: true, immutable, steadfast, and unchangeable (2 Timothy 3:16, 17).

The Eternal Godhead

We believe that God is triune: Father, Son and Holy Spirit; the Three are coexistent, coeternal, and equal in divine perfection (1 John 5:7).

The Fall of Man

We believe that man, created in the image of God, by voluntary disobedience fell into the depths of sin and iniquity, bequeathing sin’s nature and consequences to all mankind, with their accompanying loss of intended meaning and purpose (Genesis 1:27; Romans 5:12).

The Plan of Redemption

We believe that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us, took our place, and with His life’s blood purchased the pardon for all who believe in Him (John 3:16; Titus 2:14).

Salvation Through Grace

We believe that salvation is wholly through grace; that no human righteousness or merit can contribute to our receiving God’s love and favor (Ephesians 2:8).

Repentance and Acceptance

We believe that, upon sincere repentance and a whole-hearted acceptance of Christ, we are justified before God through Jesus’ sacrificial death (Romans 10:6-10; 1 John 1:9).

The New Birth

We believe that the change that takes place in people at conversion is a very real one; that having received righteousness in Christ and having received of His Spirit, people will have new desires, interests, and pursuits in life (2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 2:20).

Daily Christian Life

We believe that it is the will of God that those who have been born again grow in sanctification, become partakers of His holiness, and daily grow stronger in the faith, power, prayer, love, and service (2 Corinthians 7:1).

Water Baptism and the Lord’s Supper

We believe that being baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is an essential response to Jesus’ command, testifying to His lordship as Christ and King (Romans 6:4). We believe in observing the Lord’s Supper, receiving the broken bread and the fruit of the vine with joy and faith as we partake anew of the life and triumph of Christ’s Cross (1 Corinthians 11:24-26)

Baptism in the Holy Spirit

We believe that the baptism in the Holy Spirit empowers believers to exalt Jesus, to live lives of holiness, and to be witnesses of God’s saving grace; we expect the Spirit’s incoming to be after the same manner as that in which He came upon believers in the days of the Early Church (Acts 1: 5, 8; 2:4).

The Spirit-Filled Life

We believe that it is the will of God that believers walk in the Spirit moment by moment, serving the Lord and living lives of patience, love, truth, sincerity, and prayer (Ephesians 4:30-32; Galatians 5:16, 25).

The Gifts and Fruit of the Spirit

We believe that the Holy Spirit bestows enabling ministry gifts upon believers, and that these gifts will build up the Body of Christ through edification and evangelism(1 Corinthians 12:1-11); as evidence of a Spirit-filled life, believers should show spiritual “fruit”: love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance (Galatians 5:22-25).

Moderation

We believe a Christians’ moderation should be obvious to others and that relationship with Jesus should never lead people into extremes of fanaticism; their lives should model that of Christ in uprightness, balance, humility, and self-sacrifice (Colossians 3:12, 13; Philippians 4:5).

Divine Healing

We believe that divine healing is the power of Jesus Christ to heal the sick in answer to the prayer of faith; He, who does not change, is still willing and able to heal the body, as well as the soul and spirit in answer to faith (Mark 16: 17, 18; James 5:14-16).

The Second Coming of Christ

We believe that the second coming of Christ is personal and imminent; the certainty of His coming and the fact that no man knows the hour of His coming prompt our evangelistic efforts; that the Lord Himself will descend from Heaven, the dead in Christ shall rise, and the redeemed will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air (Matthew 24:36, 42, 44; 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17).

Church Relationship

We believe that it is our sacred duty to identify ourselves with a congregation of believers with whom we can worship God, observe the ordinances of Christ, exhort and support one another, labor for the salvation of others, and work together to advance the Lord’s Kingdom (Acts 16:5; Hebrews 10:24).

Civil Government

We believe that civil government is by divine appointment and that civil laws should be upheld at all times except in things opposed to the will of God (Acts 4: 18-20; Romans 13:1-5).

Judgment

We believe that all shall stand before the judgment seat of Christ: the redeemed to be delivered unto everlasting life, and the unrepentant unto everlasting punishment (Revelation 20:11, 12; 2 Corinthians 5:10).

Heaven

We believe that heaven is the glorious habitation of the living God and the eternal home of born-again believers (John 14:2; Revelation 7:15-17).

Hell

We believe that hell is a place of darkness, deepest sorrow, and unquenchable fire, which was not prepared for man but for the devil and his angels; yet it will become the place of eternal separation from God for all who reject Christ as Savior (Matthew 13: 41, 42; Revelation 20:10, 15).

Evangelism

We believe that soul winning is the “one big business” of the Church on earth, and that every hindrance to worldwide evangelism should be removed (James 5:20; Mark 16:15).

Tithing and Offerings

We believe that tithing and offerings are ordained of God to sustain His ministry, spread the Gospel, and release personal blessing (Malachi 3:10; 1 Corinthians 16: 1, 2).

The Soil that our Dreams Sprout From

1. GENEROSITY: We believe that possessing a generous spirit allows us to give and bless others freely. This is consistent with, and conditional upon God’s gracious benevolence towards us. (Matthew 10:8; 2 Corinthians 8:1-2; 9:11-13)
2. SINCERE RELATIONSHIPS: We are committed to the continual pursuit of relational harmony, genuine affection and shared life that reflects the value of every person, the inclusion of each family member and the importance of strong community. (Romans 12:9-21; 1 Peter 4:8-10)
3. GROWTH PROCESS: With the goal of spiritual maturity in mind, we contribute to the growth of every person. We are not driven by results, but we do understand that Christ continues His work of perfection in us all until we reach spiritual maturity. (Eph 4:1-4 & 13; Phil 1:6; Hebrews 5:2)
4. MINISTRY MULTIPLICATION: We choose to reproduce ministries and servant leaders through multiplication not addition. One plus one ought to equal more than two if we’re purposely training others. (2 Timothy 2:2)
5. INTEGRITY: We choose the same Christ-honoring standards to guide us whether in church ministry, in the market place or in our private moments. God’s pattern is that how we minister flows from who we are in character. (1 Peter 1:13-16; Colossians 1:28-29)
6. SHARED MINISTRY: In decision-making and everyday serving, everyone has something to contribute and a community to which they belong. The role of staff pastors is to prioritize, shepherd and train emerging, spirit-gifted servant leaders in the church family. (Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Corinthians 12:14-20)
7. INTER-GENERATIONAL EMBRACE: We believe that every generation has a unique contribution and expression in the life of the Church and in the Kingdom of God. Each person in every age group is to be upheld within the community as a viable and valuable member. (Psalm 45:17; 71:18; 145:4; Job 8:8)
8. LAUGHTER AND JOY: We take God and the things of God very seriously, but we don’t take ourselves so seriously. Rejoicing in God and experiencing His joy will add strength to our lives. Therefore, we endeavor to laugh at ourselves and enjoy each day as a gift from God. (Nehemiah 8:10; Proverbs 17:22; Philippians 4:4)
9. COURAGE: We do not fear forward movement or change as we look to God to supply our every need and be our very sustenance. Faith demands that we hear and obey God, which will allow us to move into the future with vision, passion and sacrificial commitment. (Proverbs 38:1; Joshua 1:6-7; Acts 1:8)
10. BALANCE: In both doctrine and conduct we choose to strike a scriptural and practical balance. We desire to not fall off the cutting edge. (1 Timothy 4:21; Titus 2:1-5)
11. CREATIVE EXCELLENCE: We believe that a simple presentation of Jesus Christ in creative ways will impact and transform lives. We believe that God is worthy of our best. Therefore a growing spirit of undistracting excellence should permeate every activity. (Colossians 3:17, 23-24; Ecclesiastes 9:10; Psalm 33:3)
12. PRAYERFUL SUBMISSION: The invitation from the Apostle Paul to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17) could very well be deemed impossible if it were to mean one must maintain a constant flow of words and petitions. Rather it is an intentional posture of submission to the heart and purposes of our loving Father. We value an unashamed dependency upon God for everything in our lives. (Romans 12:1,2; Matthew 26:36-45)

It is the dream of…

• People focused on the person and purposes of Jesus Christ.
• A commitment to the reading of, interaction with, and the application of God’s Word.
• God-inspired passions that are limited only by the voice and direction of the Holy Spirit.
• A widespread in?uence upon the region in which we have been sovereignly and strategically placed.
• A place where those who are lonely, hurting, frustrated, or confused can find love, acceptance, forgiveness, encouragement and purpose.
• Being a force that reaches tens of thousands with the Good News of God’s love, and makes room in our family and facility for those who come to Jesus.
• Connecting believers into healthy Christian community that is loving, learning, and living in unity and with purpose.
• Developing every believer into a growing disciple who is alive in worship, faithful in stewardship, empowered by prayer, ?lled with God’s Spirit, and obedient to God’s Word.
• Releasing disciples to become servants of signi?cant Kingdom ministry that is matched by his or her gifts, talents, passion, personality and experience.
• One day hearing the voice of the Lord say: “Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant,” knowing that our dreams have been birthed and blessed by God Himself!

The Savior

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him…” –Isaiah 53:5

(Titus 2:14, Is. 55:7, Hebrews 7:25, Is. 1:18)

The Baptizer with the Holy Spirit

“For John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit… you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” –Acts 1:5,8

(John 14:16-17, Acts 2:4, Acts 8:17, Acts 10:44-46, 1 Corinthians 3:16)

The Healer

“He Himself took our infirmities and bore our sicknesses…” –Matthew 8:17

(Mark 16:17-18, Matthew 9:5-6, Acts 4:29-30)

The Soon-Coming King

“For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout… the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord.” –1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

(Titus 2:12-13, Matthew 24:36-44, Hebrews 9:28, Luke 19:13, Luke 12:35-37.)

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