Distinctives

Churches abound in the world, but not all churches are equal. In fact, some churches are not churches at all. Therefore, biblical discernment must be exercised before choosing a church. To aid your discernment, the elders of Grace Central set forth the following distinctives.

To be clear, our desire is not to be distinct for the sake of being different. We simply desire to carry the baton of faithful ministry that many others churches have carried before us while running alongside other sound churches who are carrying that baton of faithful ministry now.

So what are some distinctions of a faithful church? We offer the following 7 Distinctives of Grace Central Church.

The Sovereignty of God

Grace Central Church affirms God’s sovereignty over all things (Psalm 115:3). Therefore, we will maintain a high view of God and a low view of man in terms of our worship, our view of salvation, and our philosophy of ministry.

The Sufficiency of Scripture

Grace Central Church affirms that Scripture is inerrant, infallible, and sufficient (Psalm 19:7-14). Therefore, we will feature expository preaching and biblical counseling.

Biblical Eldership

Grace Central Church affirms what the Bible teaches about church leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7). Therefore, we will be ruled and served by a plurality of biblically-qualified elders.

Church Membership

Grace Central church affirms the importance of Christians being added to a local body of believers (Acts 2:41;47). Therefore, we will practice formal church membership.

Church Discipline

Grace Central Church affirms the Scriptural mandate to keep the church pure and free from the leaven of unrepentant sin (Matthew 18:15-20). Therefore, we will practice church discipline.

The Family

Grace Central Church affirms God’s creation of the family, and His designation of the roles within the family. Therefore, we will encourage families to obey God’s design for husbands, wives, parents, and children.

Evangelizing Children

Grace Central Church affirms God’s sovereignty over salvation and man’s responsibility to preach the gospel. Therefore, we will preach the gospel to our children while trusting the Lord’s sovereignty over their salvation.