The Church, It's Mission and Ministry
The Church is the representative of Jesus on earth, called to carry out the Great Commission and demonstrate the power of His name. We are a movement of imperfect people who have encountered Jesus and are carrying His presence into the world. We are called to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love others as ourselves (Matthew 22:37-39). In His name, we are empowered to cast out demons, heal the sick, and push back darkness, advancing the light of God’s kingdom.
God has appointed men and women as ministers, to lead the Church through the fivefold ministry gifts—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—given to equip and build up the Body of Christ. Leadership in the Church carries a sacred responsibility, and those called to ministry will one day answer to God for their stewardship. Spiritual leaders are held to a higher standard, called to lead with integrity, humility, and the fear of the Lord.
(Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:42-47; Ephesians 2:19-22; Ephesians 4:11-12; 2 Timothy 4:2; Acts 20:28; James 3:1)