Foundational principles that guide our church
At the heart of everything we do is the gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe that salvation comes through faith alone, by grace alone, in Christ alone. This foundational truth shapes our worship, our community, and our mission to see lives transformed by God's love.
The gospel calls us to live differently—not just as individuals, but as a community of believers committed to biblical truth and authentic fellowship. Our core values flow directly from this gospel foundation and guide how we structure our church life.
A deeper look at the biblical foundations of our church values
When we speak of the sufficiency of scripture, we refer to the fact that the Bible is the final authority in all matters of faith and practice. Therefore, we continue to make every effort to structure our church according to the biblical mandate. We are not perfect, but we are always reforming.
Scripture References: Deuteronomy 4:2, 12:32; Proverbs 30:6; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Revelation 22:19
The New Testament has little to say about worship styles. However, one thing is sure: we are to engage in Christ-exalting worship through praying, preaching, Scripture reading, singing, giving, honoring, and obeying God.
Scripture References: John 4:23-24; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Corinthians 14:15; Ephesians 5:18-20; Philippians 2:9-11; Colossians 3:16
Our mission is not to get as many people to 'walk the aisle' as possible. We desire to see true conversion. We constantly proclaim and explain the gospel, and take time to help people who are struggling to understand what it means to follow Christ. We are especially careful with children, not wanting to manipulate or rush any child.
Scripture References: Romans 3:23, 5:8, 10:9-14; Ephesians 2:1-10; Matthew 7:21-23; Luke 6:46; 2 Corinthians 13:5; Matthew 18:6; Mark 9:42; Luke 17:2
Christianity is not merely a religion, it is also a lifestyle, a philosophy, and worldview. We are to think biblically about every aspect of our lives.
Scripture References: Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 10:5-6; Colossians 2:8; 1 Peter 1:14-16
The Church is not a building—it is a community of believers. As such, we are to live in fellowship and community with one another. We must do more than just occupy pews near each other on a weekly basis to call ourselves a church.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:15-18; Romans 12:3-18; Acts 2:41-47, 4:32-35, 6:1-7; Hebrews 13:17
“He was despised and rejected— a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our backs on him and looked the other way. He was despised, and we did not care. Yet it was our weaknesses he carried; it was our sorrows that weighed him down. And we thought his troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment for his own sins!”