Biblical Authority

I believe the Bible is God’s Word. It is divine, authoritative, infallible, inerrant, God-breathed, and truth without any mixture of error. I strive to uphold the authority of Scripture. I strive to seek to apply timeless truth in timely ways without compromising accurate interpretation of the text in its original context and by sharing His Word with others.

Personal Integrity

I value authentic Spirit-led living. Christ’s desire is that His body be the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Mt. 5:13-16). So as believers we are to live by the power of His Spirit and allow His life to be formed in us (Gal. 5:16-25).

Intimacy with God

I value intimacy with God. This is an important value because it affects two important functions of the healthy Christian: prayer and worship. The Christian life is an intimate relationship with God. It is this personal relationship that transforms our lives into His likeness. I value this intimate relationship and seek to seize opportunities to develop passionate, fully devoted followers of Christ. (Vital Relationship #1)

Authentic Community

I value authentic relationship within the body of Christ. I strive to seek to see a Biblically functioning community of believers who reflect His love before a watching world. (Vital Relationship #2)

A Passion for the Lost

As a Believer in Christ we are to value the intentional building of relationships with the lost. A healthy Christian must have the heart of God, and God’s heart beat for those who are lost. As Christians must properly understand God’s great salvation, embrace the sacrificial work of Jesus Christ as the atonement for the world’s sins, and see ourselves on mission with God to reach the world with the Good News. Reaching the lost is a priority in my life. (Vital Relationship #3)

Disciple-development

I take seriously and see more importance in the mandate of Christ to “make disciples” (Mt. 28:19). The goal as Christians, will be that every newborn Christian becomes a mature, faithful follower of Jesus Christ.

Discipleship is more than knowing God’s Word. Discipleship is living God’s Word and mentoring others in God’s Word!

Each Believer’s Giftedness

I believe the commitment to use individual spiritual gifts in ministry. I see such importance in functioning within the overall mission of the body. For the body to accomplish its God-given purpose each member must recognize his or her area of giftedness and delight to serve to the betterment of the entire body. I value this giftedness and want to help believers discover, develop and use their spiritual gifts.

Doctrine

I believe the body of Christ, acting together with the leadership of the Holy Spirit, determines its doctrine and practice, always respecting the priesthood of every believer. In essentials we have unity, in non-essentials we have liberty, and in all things we have love. Any action or judgment of doctrine and practice shall always be referred to the Elders of the Church and will be considered by them with serious intent and prayer. The Baptist Faith & Message, most recently Revised Version, as adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention and interpreted by what I believe, shall serve as a guideline for interpretation of Scripture, doctrine, and practice, so long as it remains true to God’s Word.