Why We Exist

We Exist to Worship and Honor God

“Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.” 1 Tim 1.17

“Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.” Mt 4.10

“Give high honor to the Lord our God, worshiping at His feet; holy is He.” Ps 99.5

We Exist to Relate as God’s Family

“Yet to all who receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” Jn 1.12

“I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.” 2 Co 6.18

“To sum up, you should all be of one mind living like brothers with true love and sympathy for each other, generous and courteous at all times.” 1 Pet 3.8

We Exist to Serve and Build One Another

“It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Eph 4.11-12

“Through love serve one another.” Gal 5.13

“So then, go on comforting and building up one another, as you have been doing.” 1 Thess 5.11

We Exist to Proclaim God’s Word and Make Disciples

“As you go, preach this message: ‘Thy kingdom of heaven is near.’ Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.” Mt 10.7-8

“Go then, and make disciples of all nations.” Mt 28.19

“And he sent them out to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick.” Lk 9.2

Why Membership?

1. A Biblical Reason: Christ committed to the church

   “Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” Eph 5.25

2. A Practical Reason: Membership defines who can be counted on

   Every team must have a roster. Every school must have an enrollment. Every army must have an enlistment.

   Even our country takes a census and requires voters registration. Membership identifies our family.

3. A Cultural Reason: Membership is an antidote to our society

   We live in an age where very few people want to be committed to anything – a job, a marriage, our country. This attitude has even produced a generation of “church shoppers & hoppers”. Membership is contrary to the current attitude of consumer religion. The commitment of membership is an unselfish decision which serves others and builds character.

4. A Personal Reason: Membership produces spiritual growth

   The Bible places a major emphasis on the need for Christians to be accountable to each other for spiritual growth. You cannot be accountable when you’re not committed to any specific church-family.

   The difference between attenders and members can be summed up in one word: Commitment!

   Membership Requirements

   Membership in this church shall be open only to those individuals who:

   1. Have been born again.
   2. Evidence a consistent Christian life as judged by the Eldership.
   3. Voluntarily subscribe to the tenets of faith.
   4. Have been in regular attendance for a period of six months.
   5. Have successfully completed the Membership process which will include:
      *application for membership
      *membership class
      *personal meeting with a Pastor or Elder of the church
   6. Are 18 years of age or older.
   7. Maintain ongoing involvement in the activities of the church.
   8. Practice storehouse tithing.

   Forms

   Membership Application

   Ministry Application