Growing One Step Closer to Jesus
Jesus calls His followers to continually grow in faith and become more like Him. At Mountain View Bible Church, we are committed to helping people know God’s Word, build meaningful relationships, serve others, and share the hope of the gospel. The early church provides a model for this growth, and its example continues to shape our ministry today.
Acts 2:42
The Marks of a Healthy Church
The early church devoted itself to four essential priorities: God’s Word, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. These same commitments continue to guide our church today as we seek to grow in Christ and encourage one another in faith.
The Word
We are devoted to God’s Word as the foundation for truth, spiritual growth, and daily living. Through preaching, teaching, personal study, and discipleship, we seek to know Christ and follow Him faithfully.
One Another
Christianity was never meant to be lived alone. We are committed to encouraging, serving, supporting, and growing alongside one another as a church family.
Breaking Bread
Sharing meals and gathering around the Lord’s Table remind us of our unity in Christ. Fellowship and communion help strengthen relationships and keep the gospel at the center of our lives.
Prayer
Prayer is one of the primary ways we depend on God. As individuals and as a church, we seek His guidance, wisdom, strength, and provision through a life of prayer.
Living Out the Gospel
As you continue reading Acts, you see that the devotion of the early church naturally overflowed into worship, fellowship, and a powerful witness in their community. As a result, “the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved” (Acts 2:47). This is our heart and prayer for our church too!
A real life following of Jesus makes Jesus’ life real to those around us.
We believe one of the most effective ways to share the good news of Jesus is through a faithful Christian testimony. When believers genuinely follow Christ, love others, serve faithfully, honor God in their homes, and reflect Christ in their workplaces and communities, people see the reality of the gospel lived out.
In Scripture, discipleship and evangelism are closely connected. As we grow in our relationship with Christ, we become better equipped to point others to Him. We call this E2 Ministry, a commitment to both building up believers and reaching others with the hope of the gospel. Together, these priorities help shape the life and mission of our church.
Our Values
What drives everything we do and how we serve others every day
The Bible
God has spoken, is speaking and will speak in and through His word. To know God, we have to read His Word. (John 1:1-5)
Reaching the Lost
Lost people matter to God and, therefore, they matter to us. (Luke 5:30-32, Luke 15, Matthew 18:14, Romans 10:14-15)
Discipleship
Teaching and sharing our faith is the cornerstone of building our faith and transforming our lives. (Romans 12:7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:23-25).
Service
Believers should serve as the hands and feet of Christ, using their spiritual gifts and ministry callings to build God’s Kingdom. (1 Corinthians 12 and 14, Romans 12:1-8, Ephesians 4:11-13, Psalm 133:1)
Prayer
Prayer is foundational for your relationship with Christ. (Acts 2:42; Philippians 4:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:17)
Relationships
Discipleship works best when it’s built around authentic relationships that help people come to know Jesus and grow stronger in their faith. (Matthew 22:36-40)
Community
Life-change happens best in community. (Luke 6:12-13, Acts 2:44-47)
Compassion
Forgiveness and building each other up are central to the teachings of Christ. (Matthew 6:14, Matthew 18:21-22, Ephesians 4:32, Psalm 116:5, James 5:11, John 13:34-35)
