What is Bethel about?

With God & His People

“And let us consider one another in order to provoke love and good works, not neglecting to gather together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging each other, and all the more as you see the day approaching.” - Hebrews 10:24–25

What this means
Discipleship begins with connection—both personally with God and relationally with His people. We grow best when we are rooted in prayer, Scripture, and Christian community.

Personally

• Spend time in prayer
• Read and reflect on God’s Word
• Sit in stillness and listen
• Journal your conversations with God
• Stay connected with other believers

In Church

• Attend worship services
• Join a life group
• Engage in fellowship
• Participate in prayer gatherings

His Word Deeply

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” - 2 Timothy 3:16-17

What this means
God uses His Word to shape, correct, and equip us. As we learn Scripture, our minds are renewed and our lives are transformed.

Personally

• Study the Bible regularly
• Learn to use biblical study tools
• Meditate on Scripture
• Memorize key passages
  

In Church

• Attend Bible studies
• Participate in Bible engagement classes
• Listen actively to biblical preaching and teaching
• Ask questions and grow together

Ourselves Through Sacrifice

“Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship. Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.” - Romans 12:1-2

What this means
Following Jesus is a life of surrender. We offer every part of our lives to God as an act of worship, allowing Him to renew our minds and shape our priorities.

Personally

• Regularly evaluate your time, talents, and resources
• Ask, “Am I living fully surrendered to God’s purpose?”
• Seek God’s will over personal comfort or convenience
• Practice obedience, even when it costs

In Church

• Serve and give sacrificially
• Be encouraged by the body of Christ
• Commit to a life that multiplies disciples
• Lay down preferences for the sake of unity

In His House

“The one who descended is also the one who ascended far above all the heavens, to fill all things. And he himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into maturity with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness.” - Ephesians 4:10-13

What this means
God has given each of us gifts to build up the church. Serving is how we participate in God’s work and help the body of Christ grow into maturity.

Personally

• Pray about where and how God is calling you to serve
• Encourage and support others
• Be faithful with what God has entrusted to you
• Carry a servant’s heart daily

In Church

• Serve on a ministry team
• Lead or support a life group
• Use your gifts to build the church
• Take responsibility in God’s house

Proclaim the Gospel

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20

What this means
Disciples are sent people. We live on mission, sharing the hope of Jesus through our words, actions, and relationships—locally and globally.

Personally

• Share your testimony
• Live a life that points others to Jesus
• Be ready to share the hope within you
• Build relationships with purpose

In Church

• Participate in outreach and evangelism
• Support missions through prayer and giving
• Engage in local and global missions
• Serve the community together