Our Beliefs
The gospel is the foundation of everything we are and everything we do.
It shapes how we worship and how we build community. We are committed to living this out in real and tangible ways in the community around us.
You can explore our beliefs more fully below.
Exalting Jesus
We believe that salvation is found in Jesus Christ alone.
Through His death on the cross, His shed blood provides the only basis for the forgiveness of sins. Salvation is a free gift of God’s grace, not something we can earn through our own efforts or merit.
It is made real in us through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit and received by placing our faith in the finished work of Christ. True faith includes repentance, a turning from sin and a turning toward God. (Eph. 1:7:13-14; John 1:12-13, John 3:1-7, John 14-16; 2 Cor. 5:17; Rom. 1:16, Rom. 10:9-10; Eph. 2:8-10; Rom. 8:14-17, Rom. 31-39; John 10:27-29,Rom. 14:6; Acts 26:20; 1 Pet. 1:3-5).
We believe that every Christian is called to live for Christ, not for themselves.
Through the power of the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, Jesus continues to work in and through our lives for the glory of God.
As we grow in obedience to God’s Word, we are continually being shaped to become more like Jesus. By the Spirit’s power, we pursue lives of holiness, turning away from sin and walking in obedience.
Each believer is also called to actively live out their faith by using their spiritual gifts to build up the church, sharing the gospel, and making disciples in fulfillment of the Great Commission. As we do, we seek to bear fruit and live lives that honor God. (Gal. 2:20; 1 Pet. 1:15-16, 1 Pet. 2:11; 2 Cor. 5:14-15; Rom. 6:11-13; Eph. 2:10, Eph. 4:11-12, Eph. 4:22-24; 1 Pet. 4:10-11; Acts 1:8; Matt. 28:18-20; Col. 1:10; John 15:8, 16).
The Scriptures
We believe that the entire Bible is the inspired Word of God and that men of God “were moved by the Holy Spirit” to write the very words of Scripture.
The Bible is therefore without error (inerrant) in its original manuscripts. God has supernaturally preserved the Bible, and it is the sole and final authority for faith and life, providing encouragement, guidance, comfort and instruction for training in righteousness (2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:20-21).
The Godhead (Trinity)We believe in the authority and relevance of the Bible. We are committed to studying, applying, and sharing God’s Word as the foundation for our lives and ministry. The Bible helps us know Him and how to live.
We believe in one true God eternally existing in three distinct persons (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) each of Whom is fully and equally God; possesses all of the divine nature and attributes, and is totally worthy of our worship and service (Deut. 6:4; Matt. 28:19; John 1:14, John 10:30; 2 Cor. 13:14).
Walk. Worship. Go. Together.
We believe that mature disciples walk with Christ, worship Christ, and live on mission for Christ.
A growing relationship with Him is marked by a daily walk, a life of worship, and a willingness to serve wherever He leads.
As believers grow in their faith, they are continually being shaped and strengthened, moving toward spiritual maturity and becoming “complete in Christ” (Colossians 1:28).
We are committed to making disciples who make disciples, investing in others and passing on what God is doing in our lives (2 Timothy 2:2). This kind of multiplication is essential to the healthy growth of the church.
We also believe that ministry is not meant to be carried by a few but shared by all. Every believer has a role to play in building up the body of Christ. God has given spiritual gifts to His people so that we can serve one another and grow together as a strong and healthy local church (Ephesians 4:11–12).
Kingdom Focused
We are committed to advancing God’s kingdom in Ashe County and beyond.
Because of the gospel, we are called not only to believe, but to go, living out our faith in practical ways that reflect the love of Jesus.
We seek to serve others, meet real needs, and care for those around us with humility and compassion. Whether in our neighborhoods or across the world, our desire is to faithfully represent Christ and make Him known.
We believe the church is sent into the world, and we are committed to engaging our community with purpose as God works through us to bring lasting change in people’s lives. (Mathew 28:19, John 20:21)
Prayer Before Action
We believe that prayer is essential to everything we do.
Before we take steps forward, we seek the Lord, trusting Him for wisdom, direction, and strength. We do not rely on our own understanding, but desire to be led by God in every decision and every effort.
Through prayer, we align our hearts with His will, asking Him to guide our church, open doors in our community, and accomplish what only He can do. We believe that lasting fruit comes not from human effort alone, but from dependence on God.
As a church, we are committed to being a people marked by prayer, both personally and together, as we seek to follow where He leads. (Prov. 3:5-6, Col. 4:2)
The Glory Ahead
We believe in and expectantly await the glorious, visible, personal, return of the Lord Jesus Christ.
The blessed hope of His return has vital bearing on the personal life, service, and mission of the believer (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
We believe in the bodily resurrection of both the saved and the lost. The lost will be raised to judgment and experience eternal wrath in hell. The saved will be raised to eternal joy in the new heaven and new earth in the manifested presence of God (Acts 1:3, 9; Hebrews 7:25-26).