Bible as our Sole Authority

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It straightens us out and teaches us to do what is right. (2 Tim. 3:16 NLT)

Since God’s Word is the only completely reliable and truthful authority, we accept the Bible as our manual for living. Our first question when faced with a decision is “What does the Bible say?” We practice daily Bible reading, Bible study and Bible memorization. The Bible is the basis for all we believe.

Priesthood of every believer

“He (Christ) loves us, and by his sacrificial death he has freed us from our sins and made us a kingdom of priests to serve his God” (Revelation 1:5-6 GN)

“But you are the chosen race, the King’s priests, the holy nation, God’s own people, chosen to proclaim the wonderful acts of God” (1 Peter 2:9 GN)

The Bible teaches that every Christian is called to “full-time” Christian service, regardless of his or her vocation. We practice the truth that every believer is a minister by encouraging every member to find a place of service and ministry. Every believer has direct access to God through prayerful Bible reading.

Tithing

“One tenth of all the produce of the land, whether grain or fruit, belongs to the Lord.” (Leviticus 27:30 GN)

At Destiny Christian Center we practice tithing for the support of Christ’s Body, the church, as God commands. We recognize that giving 10% of our income is the biblical standard of giving.

Baptism by immersion

“For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism you were also raised with Christ…” (Colossians 2:12 GN)

We practice baptism by immersion under water – the way Jesus was baptized, and the way the Bible commands.

Spirit-led Living

Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5, Today’s NIV)

We believe the only way possible to live the Christian life is by God’s power within us. So we seek to practice daily dependence on God’s Spirit to enable us to do what is right. (Phil. 2:13, Eph. 5:18)

Telling others about Christ

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” (1 Peter 3:15 NIV)

We must be willing to place ourselves in another person’s world to reach them for Christ. It requires a willingness to become a trusted friend for the sake of eternity.

Empowering Environments

“For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.” (Matthew 18:20 NIV)

In order for us to pass His message on, we must use what is cultural to say what is timeless.

Strategic Service

“As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” (1 Peter 4:10 NKJV)

The foundation of our future growth is our dedicated volunteers. In order for us to maintain our quality environments, we need every member and regular attendee to be involved in a gift-related area of ministry.