Here are the major beliefs that we hold to as a church family.
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The "best" truth and direction is from God's word
The accurate and careful preaching and teaching of God's Word is essential in transforming individuals to live Christ-centered lives. "The Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword…." (Hebrews 4:12)
Its not about me...God calls us to love "others"
According to Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan, we are responsible for helping to meet the spiritual and physical needs of individuals we encounter daily. This begins with evangelism that is culturally relevant.
"I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest." (John 4:35)
Life is lived "BEST" in community
Jesus promised that the identifying mark of His disciples would be their love one for another. We believe that biblical fellowship begins at home (Monday-Saturday) and is celebrated together corporately (Sunday).
"Love one another deeply, from the heart." (I Pet. 1:22) (Psalm 78:1-7) (Acts 2:42-47)
We are constantly learning and growing
Fully devoted followers of Christ mature as they recognize their spiritual giftedness and exercise those gifts in service to God. The church's role is to assist the believer in identifying gifts, training in righteousness and equipping for the work of ministry. "The greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves." (Luke 22:26)
Jesus is the "perfect example" of how we should live
Through the work of the Spirit of God each believer is being conformed to the image of Jesus Christ. We seek to provide accountability and encouragement to our brothers and sisters in Christ to produce lives of integrity.
"But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do..." (I Pet. 1:15)
Again, its not about us (USA)...God calls us to love "others"
God so loved the world. As a church, our opportunity is the strategic and aggressive use of the resources God entrusts to us to impact the globe with the Gospel of Christ. "...and to the ends of the earth." (Acts 1:8)
Our connection to God is driven by prayer throughout the week
Jesus modeled the importance of prayer to His church. Our utter dependence on God's power and sustenance is reflected in our prayer lives as individuals and as a church. "...one of His disciples said to Him, Lord, teach us to pray..." (Luke 11:1)
For more "in depth" and social related values check out the STATEMENT OF BELIEFS on our Denominational website: www.wesleyan.org