In 1970 Wayman Mitchell went to the small town of Prescott, Arizona. From
here, a spiritual fire was launched that is spanning the globe. In a few
short years, hundreds of churches have been planted. This church is a product
of that vision and is working to see it expanded in the short time that
remains before Jesus' return. Our message is simple: Jesus Christ is the
only hope for human's salvation.
THE VISION AND THE METHOD: THE INDIGENOUS CHURCH
In the Bible we find that each church was a launching pad to win the world,
supporting itself, disciplining, training, equipping, and releasing workers
into the world. We believe the church is the bride of Christ and the most
vital institution on Planet Earth.
EVANGELISM
Jesus commanded: "Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel." The fulfilling
of this command brings great spiritual health. The power of the Holy Spirit
is brought to bear in order to accomplish the command, and joy is released
in those who obey. Our primary goal is to lead men and women to Jesus. The
result of obedience to this command is that God is glorified and honours
his word through signs, wonders, and manifestations of the gifts.
MATURITY THROUGH A LIFESTYLE
Jesus looked for those who were dedicated to following him. It is our goal
as a church not just to learn but to live the truths of scripture. The members
of our churches desire to be "doers of the word of God." They come faithfully,
give joyously, worship fervently, and witness loyally. They have found Jesus
Christ to be "the same yesterday, today, and forever ."
DISCIPLESHIP
Each church in the New Testament copied Jesus' method of calling those who
God had chosen and trained them through example and release. The book of
Acts demonstrates the powerful impact that is possible to those who obey
Jesus' command. Our vision is the restoration of the Bible pattern of church
growth. In the years, hundreds of churches have been started according to
this method.
PRAYER
Daily prayer is a normal part of our churches. Robbed of prayer, the church
is robbed of power, direction and divine presence. We know that the kingdom
is built by God's power, not man's. That is why we place emphasis on touching
God.
PREACHING
The Bible is the guide book of the Christian life, and preaching is God's
method of bringing it to the hearts of God's people. We believe that honest,
direct and anointed preaching has always been used by God to shake the nations.
That is why our order of worship is centred around the preaching of the
gospel.
FAMILY
We believe that the family is the first foundation of God's established
order and the cornerstone of God's government. It is our belief that a real
church, with a variety of programs and a full schedule is a tremendous unifier
of the family and the only foundation of a real move of God. While having
a full program to reach and minister to children, we feel that the key to
the family is the parents. The Bible emphasizes adults and their commitment
to God. If the parents are disciples of Jesus, the children will be also.