Gulfhaven
Mennonite
Church
God
We believe in one true and living God, eternal and almighty, who has revealed Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God is holy, loving, righteous, merciful, and good. He is the Creator of all things and the source of our salvation.
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Matthew 22:37; John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 13:14
The Holy Spirit
We believe the Holy Spirit is God’s presence among His people.
The Spirit convicts us, leads us to Christ, gives new life, empowers believers, and transforms us into the image of Jesus.
A life surrendered to God produces the fruit of the Spirit.
Scripture: John 16:7-15; Romans 8:1-17; Galatians 5:22-25; Ephesians 1:13-14
Creation and Humanity
We believe God created all things and made humanity in His image.
Every person has value and dignity because every person is created by God.
God created humanity with the ability to know Him, love Him, and respond to Him. He is sovereign over creation, yet He holds us accountable for our choices.
Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 26-27; Psalm 139:13-16; Romans 8:28; Colossians 1:16-17
What We Believe
Jesus Christ
We believe Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, fully God and fully man. Jesus came into the world to reveal the Father, defeat sin and death, and reconcile humanity to God. He lived a sinless life, died on the cross, rose from the grave, ascended into heaven, and reigns as Lord. Salvation is found in Jesus Christ alone.
Scripture: John 1:1-14; Luke 19:10; Romans 5:8-11; Colossians 1:15-20; 1 Timothy 2:5
The Bible
We believe the Old and New Testaments are the inspired Word of God and the foundation for faith and life.
The Scriptures reveal God’s plan of redemption and point us ultimately to Jesus Christ. We seek to read and understand all of Scripture through the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Christ.
Scripture: Luke 24:27; John 20:31; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 1:1-2
Sin and Redemption
We believe humanity was created good but was separated from God through sin.
Because of sin, humanity experiences brokenness, rebellion, and death. Yet God continues to call people to repentance and offers forgiveness through Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12-21; Ephesians 2:1-5
Salvation
We believe salvation is a gift of God’s grace.
We are not saved by our own goodness, religious effort, or human achievement, but through faith in Jesus Christ.
Those who repent and believe receive forgiveness, new life, and adoption into God’s family.
Saving faith means trusting Christ, surrendering our lives to Him, and following Him as faithful disciples.
Scripture: John 3:16; Romans 4:1-5; Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 3:5-7; 1 Peter 1:2
The Church
We believe the church is the community of those who belong to Jesus Christ.
The church gathers for worship, teaching, fellowship, encouragement, accountability, and service. Every believer is called to use the gifts God gives for the building up of His body.
The church exists to proclaim the Gospel and make disciples.
Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 2:42-47; Romans 12:4-8; Ephesians 2:19-22; Ephesians 4:11-16
Baptism
We believe baptism is an act of obedience commanded by Jesus.
Those who repent, believe in Christ, and confess Him as Lord are baptized as a testimony of their new life in Christ.
Baptism represents cleansing from sin, union with Christ, and a commitment to walk in faithful discipleship.
Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 2:38; Romans 6:3-5; 1 Peter 3:21
The Lord’s Supper
We believe communion is an ordinance given by Jesus Christ.
Through the bread and cup, believers remember Christ’s sacrifice, proclaim His death, and celebrate the unity of His body.
We approach the Lord’s Table with humility, self-examination, and reconciliation with one another.
Scripture: Luke 22:19-20; 1 Corinthians 10:16-17; 1 Corinthians 11:23-29
Marriage and Family
We believe God established marriage as a lifelong covenant relationship between one man and one woman.
Marriage is intended to reflect love, faithfulness, sacrifice, and commitment.
The Christian home is a place where faith is nurtured and where generations are taught to follow God.
Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24; Matthew 19:4-6; Ephesians 5:21-33; Ephesians 6:1-4
Discipleship and Holy Living
We believe following Jesus changes every area of life.
Christ calls His followers to reject sin, pursue holiness, practice humility, love others, and live as faithful witnesses.
Our lives should reflect the character of Christ.
Scripture: Luke 9:23; Romans 12:1-2; Galatians 5:16-24; Colossians 3:1-17
Mission and Service
We believe the church is called to carry the message of Christ to the world.
Jesus sends His people to make disciples, serve those in need, care for the vulnerable, and demonstrate the love of God.
The Gospel is both proclaimed and lived.
Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 10:45; Romans 1:16; James 2:14-17
Christ’s Return and Our Hope
We believe Jesus Christ will return.
He will defeat sin and death, judge the world with righteousness, and establish His eternal kingdom.
Our hope rests in the promise that God will make all things new.
Scripture: John 14:1-3; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 21:1-5