Our Beliefs

In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made. In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome.
- John 1:1-5 NIV

In essential beliefs, we
seek unity.

"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit- just as you were called - one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all." (Ephesians 4:2-6) We affirm the high value of this Scripture and seek to practice it at New Heights Church.

In nonessential beliefs, we allow Liberty.

Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls…Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind…So then each of us will give an account of himself to God…So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.(Romans 14:1, 4, 5, 12, 22)

In all things, love.

"A new command I give you. Love one another as I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. (John 12:34-35) "If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge and if I have a faith that can move mountains but have not love, I am nothing." (1 Corinthians 13:2) "The whole point of what we're urging is simply love - love uncontaminated by self-interest and counterfeit faith, a life open to God." (1 Timothy 1:5)

Essentials We Believe

The Bible is the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God; it is the final authority in life and doctrine. (2 Tim. 3:16-17 ; 1 Thess. 2:13; 2 Pet. 1:19-21; 3:15-16)
There is One God, eternally existing in three co-equal Persons: The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Rom. 8:14-17; 2 Cor. 13:14; Eph. 1:13-14 )
Jesus was both fully God and fully human (John 1:14; Phil. 2:5-11; Colossians 2:9)
We believe in the virgin birth of Jesus, his sinless life, his miracles, his visible and bodily resurrection, his ascension to the right hand of the Father, and His visible and bodily return. (Matt. 1:23; 2 Cor. 5:21; Mk. 1:32-33; Lk. 24:36-43; Acts 1:9-11)
All have sinned, but all can be saved. On the cross Jesus died as our substitute, atoning for our sins and granting forgiveness and salvation to all who trust in Him. (Rom. 3:23-26; 1 Peter 2:24; John 3:16; 1 John 2:2)
Salvation is a free gift of God. The death of Christ on the cross is the only sufficient payment for our sins. All have sinned, but all can be saved. This salvation is available for any who put their trust in Christ as Savior. (Romans 3:23, 6:23; John 1:12, 3:16)
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit who indwells, transforms, and empowers believers to live a Godly life. (Ezk. 36:26-27; Acts 1:8; 2 Cor. 3:18)
The church is the body of Christ on earth, empowered by the Holy Spirit to continue the task of reaching the lost and discipling the saved, helping them become fully devoted followers of Christ. (Acts 1:8; Ephesians 1:13-14, 4:1-16)
Christ will one day return and reign forever. (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)
When we die, we will either be eternally separated from God by sin or eternally with God through faith in Jesus. (John 3:16, 14:1-3; Revelation 20:11-15)

Our Core Values

Word and Spirit

God’s word is the standard by which we measure all truth. God has revealed Himself through His Word. It is our final authority in life and doctrine. The Holy Spirit empowers, comforts, guides, and points us to Jesus. We seek His presence in all things.

Passionate Worship

Intimate and passionate worship is our way to glorify God, who is worthy of it all. Our vertical love for God fuels mission and ministry.

Transforming Community

Robust community is the vehicle for transformation. Through authentic, transparent, Christ-honoring relationships, we care for one another and challenge each other to Abide in Christ.

Kingdom Mission

God has made us for a purpose. We live out the great commission and the great commandment, sharing our faith, making disciples, and serving others.

Generous and Welcoming

God has made us for a purpose. We seek to love God and others and to go, disciple & serve locally and globally, living out the great commandment and great commission.