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What
We Believe
Here are some basic, Biblical beliefs that are taught at Pathway
Church
... Jesus Christ is the one and only Son of God, who died for our
sins and rose from the dead. (1 Corinthians 15: 1-8 & John 3:16)
... The Bible is the inspired word of God - a lamp unto our feet
and a light unto our path. (2 Timothy 3:16 & Psalm 119:105)
... Every person has worth as a creation of God, but that all have
sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. (Romans
3:23)
... Forgiveness of sins and the promise of eternal life are available
to those who trust Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. (John
3:16)
... The Church is the body of Christ on earth, empowered by the
Holy Spirit and exists to evangelize the lost and equip believers.
(Ephesians 4:1-16)
... Jesus Christ will one day return to earth and reign forever
as King of kings and Lord of lords. (1 Thessalonians
4:13-18)
In addition to the basic beliefs we share, here are some core values
that direct the methods by which we live out our beliefs
Core Values
1. Jesus is the Cornerstone:
Our goal is to point people to Jesus. Worship, Bible studies, small
groups, everything will be done with the goal of pointing people
to Christ.
2. We are a Family: A
family cares for each other and looks out for each other. The church
is a place of refuge from the battleground of life.
3. We are Authentic: There
are no games to play, no shows to put on, and no secrets to hide.
We take a “what you see is what you get” approach to ministry.
People are encouraged to be “real” in their relationships
with each other, with their family and with God.
4. We Strive for Excellence:
We believe that a commitment to excellence honors God and inspires
people.
5. Evangelism is the Priority of Christ
and His Church: We are committed to those who are
not yet part of the church. Christ Himself said He came to, “seek
and save that which was lost.” Every believer has a mission
field that they are personally responsible for. It is made up of
their friends, relatives, acquaintances and anyone else God puts
in their path.
6. Everyone is Called to Serve:
The only distinguishing difference between the paid staff and the
rest of the congregation, is that the staff have more time to serve.
Every person in Christ is gifted and called to serve in the home,
in the church and in the workplace. We are all representatives of
Christ.
7. We are a Place Where People Can Come
as They Are: God accepts everyone “as they
are,” but loves them too much to leave them there. We understand
that there has only been one perfect person. . . and He is now in
heaven. Therefore we accept each other as we are, faults and all,
and will do our best to offer support to one another as we walk
the path of spiritual growth.
8. Intimacy with God Changes People:
We help connect people to God and help them grow in the spiritual
disciplines of the faith. God will do the rest.
9. We are a Praying Church:
We are committed to keeping prayer as a central focus of the church.
We will provide fresh ideas and offer opportunities for people to
pray in a comfortable “safe” environment.
10. We are Culturally Relevant:
Preaching, music, small groups and every ministry of the church
will be culturally relevant. We will not be afraid to change. |
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