We Value BIBLICAL AUTHORITY
We are committed to the Word of God being the absolute authority in the life of the church and its members. We preach, teach, and live the scriptures.
(Jesus) answered, “It is written: ‘Man must not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
Matthew 4:4
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
We Value DISCIPLESHIP
We are committed to coming alongside individuals in becoming Christ-like disciples and disciple-makers.
We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives because you had become dear to us … As you know, like a father with his own children, we encouraged, comforted, and implored each one of you to walk worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory.
1 Thessalonians 2:8, 11-12
A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone fully trained will be like his teacher.
Luke 6:40
We Value MISSIONS
We are committed to supporting the work of missions locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.
Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
Acts 1:8
We Value PRAYER
We are committed to continue advancing the priority and necessity of prayer as we worship God in our private lives and as a local body of baptized believers.
Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7
Pray without ceasing.
1 Thessalonians 5:17
We Value KNOWING AND WORSHIPING GOD
We are committed to educating believers in the biblical knowledge of God, and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ found in scripture, as well as our dedication and commitment to worship Him in Spirit and Truth.
But an hour is coming and is now here when the true worshipers will worship the Father in Spirit and in truth. Yes, the Father wants such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in Spirit and in truth.
John 4:23-24
Our Lord and God, you are worthy to receive glory and honor, and power
because you have created all things, and by your will, they exist and were created.
Revelation 4:11
We Value SERVING OTHERS
We are committed to being service-minded for our church membership and the community and demonstrating Christ’s heart by being His hands and feet to the unbeliever.
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility, consider others as more important than yourselves. Everyone should look not to his own interests, but rather to the interests of others.
Philippians 2:3-4
Just as each one has received a gift, use it to serve others, as good stewards of the varied grace of God. If anyone speaks, let it be as one who speaks God’s words; if anyone serves, as one who serves, let it be by the strength that God provides, so that God may be glorified through Christ Jesus in everything.
1 Peter 4:10-11a
We Value BEING A MULTICULTURAL CHURCH
We are committed to advancing the gospel to people of all ethnic backgrounds and providing culturally relevant services and support.
After this, I looked, and there was a vast multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language, which no one could number, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.
Revelations 7:9
There is no Jew or Greek, slave or free, male or female; since you are all one in Christ Jesus.
Galatians 3:28