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THE VISION OF THE HOUSE
 

1. TO BE A CHURCH OF LOVE

Love is the greatest of the Christian virtues. (I Corinthians 13:13) Love is declared to be the chief test of Christian discipleship.  John 13:34, 35: “A new commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this (love) shall all men know that ye are my disciples if ye have love one to another.”  I John 3:14: “We (Born Again Christians) know that we have passed from death (Spiritual death) unto life because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death.” The Christian must love God supremely and his neighbor as himself. Matthew 22: 37-39

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2. COMMITTED AND CONSISTENT

Commitment: Pledge, promise, or duty regarded as a solemn responsibility. Be committed for the cause of Christ. Hebrews 10:25 “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together (as believers), as is the habit of some people; but admonishing (warning, urging and encouraging) one another: and all more faithfully (consistent), as ye see the day (the coming of Jesus) approaching.  We are “one church with two names.” We urge you to attend a morning service (as we come together as a church family), Bible Study, Weekly Prayer Line, Prayer Service, and Deliverance Services. You should also avail yourself to the teaching ministries of the church; e.g. Sunday School, Institutes, and Revivals.


3. EVANGELIZES

The mission of the church is to evangelize the world. Matthew 28:19-20 “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing the, in the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.” Amen. We gather to be edified. We scatter to evangelize.  As Believers, we are commissioned by Jesus to be responsible for the souls of those who don’t know Him as Savior. We must witness that others may be saved. Acts 1:8, “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.”  

 

4. WE ARE FAMILY

Romans 12:5: “So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another (mutually dependent on one another with love and respect).  Ephesians 4:16: “For because of Jesus the whole body (the church family, in all its various parts), closely joined and firmly knit together by, the joints and ligaments with which it is supplied, when each part (with power adapted to its need) is working properly (in all its functions), grows to full maturity, building itself up in love.”... no divisions...perfectly joined together...same mind...called unto the fellowship. (I Corinthians 1:9, 10)

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5. SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE

Excellence: Superior quality; outstanding ability or worth. Daniel 6:3, “Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him...” Isaiah 1:17

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6. A TITHING CHURCH

Tithing is God’s way to open the windows of heaven for you and pour out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. (Malachi 3:10) The tithe is 10% of your income.

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7. AN OBEDIENT CHURCH

We must obey those who are in authority. Hebrews 13:17, “Obey those who have rule over you, and submit yourselves. Obey your spiritual leaders and submit (yield to the power or authority of another) to them continually recognizing their authority over you.  For they are constantly keeping watch over your souls and guarding your spiritual welfare as men who have to render an account.” Jesus was obedient. (Luke 2:51; Philippians 2:8) Colossians 3:22, “servants, obey in all things...fearing God.”

 

8. CHARACTER

Character: Personal qualities by which others judge or see you; Moral excellence. Your personality is what you show people, but your character is who you really are. We must live the life we talk about at church and away from church. “Let your light so shine that men will see your good works...” Matthew 5:16. Walk circumspectly in the world (live purposefully and worthily and accurately), not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent) people.

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9. A SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH
a. A spirit-filled church is a church that is led, guided, and directed by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the Administrator of the Church. (He is in control.) I Corinthians 12: 4-7.
b. A spirit-filled church will be a church full of power. “You will receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you.” Acts 1:8

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10. A CHURCH THAT WORSHIPS AND PRAISES

We must give God true worship. He is a Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth. Our Father seeketh such to worship him. (John 4: 23-24) “Let the people praise Thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.” Psalms 67:3; 110:4

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11. A PREACHING AND TEACHING CHURCH

Preaching is Proclaiming...
1. Preach the Word. II Timothy 4:2
2. Preach unto them Jesus. Acts 17:18
3. Preach the Word of God. Acts 13:15
Teaching is Explaining...
1. Go ye therefore and teach. Matthew 28:19
2. Teaching them to observe all things. Matthew 28:30
3. Jesus taught them. John 7:14

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12. A CHURCH THAT FORGIVES
God wants us to forgive each other as He has forgiven us. Matthew 6:12, 24, 25  “When you stand praying forgive.” Mark 11:25  “Forgive and you shall be forgiven.” Luke 6:37

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13. A PRAYING AND FASTING CHURCH

Through prayer and fasting, you will be able to flow in the anointing of God. (Mark 9:29) “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit...” Ephesians 6:18

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14. A CHURCH OF FAITH

Faith is confidence, assurance and reliance on God. Trusting God for who He is. He is all we need Him to be. Without faith it is impossible to please God. When we come to Him we must believe that he is. (Hebrew 11:6) God expects believers to walk by faith, not by sight...II Corinthians 5:7.

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15. A TIMELY CHURCH

“Let everything be done decently and in order.” I Corinthians 14:40. God expects His church to be orderly, disciplined, organized, strategic in planning, timely and seasonal.

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16. A CHURCH THAT TAKES AUTHORITY OVER THE SPIRIT OF DISTRACTION
Distract – To cause to turn away one’s focus of attention; disturb, agitate.  When the Holy Spirit is ministering through the minister, teacher, choir, soloist, etc., one’s focus should be on when the ministering of the Holy Spirit and not be distracted by crying babies, a disorderly witness,
loud outburst etc. (Col. 3:2, Heb. 2:1)

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